George Martin and Mike Foster have been best friends since childhood, but recent events have brought them even closer together: Mike has moved into George’s house now that George’s unfaithful boyfriend has been kicked out. It puts Mike in a pinch, because he’s always loved George -- maybe more than a best friend should.<br><br>George doesn’t suspect Mike’s feelings, being wrapped up in his job as the youngest lieutenant in the Jacksonville sheriff’s office and investigating a series of murders. But it will all come to a head when George is stalked by a psycho and Mike steps in front of a bullet meant for George. George then realizes there’s much more to their relationship than he thought.

Bodies of Work

“Well, my old buddy Walter down in Duval County can be a pretty devious fellow when he needs to be.”


“You know my sheriff, Sir?” I said.


“Son, we’ve both been in law enforcement for a very long time, and at our level, it’s not a huge community. There’s something around 3,000 counties in this country, and most of them elect sheriffs. Walter and I have hoisted a few at conventions over the years.”


“Looks like your early-warning system is still working,” Bob said.


“His tail is wagging because he recognizes the sound of our truck,” I said.


Zeb and Zeke clattered up the stairs and into the cabin, followed by Mike. I introduced Mike to the sheriff, and Bob introduced his cousins.


“Did you really get shot, George?” Zeb said.


Bob waited a minute for the boys to calm down and said, “Okay, boys, there’s gonna be a lot going on here shortly, and you’ve got to get out of the way.”


Chapter 154