The Bystander

In "The Bystander," TV reporter Pete Lemaster attends a college football rivalry tailgate party only to find himself at the center of chaos when a bystander heroically stops an active shooter. Capturing an exclusive video that quickly goes viral, Pete enjoys the perks of sudden fame but suspects there's more to the story than meets the eye. As he digs deeper, he faces threats from political and media figures who want him to stay silent. This gripping tale weaves suspense and intrigue, drawing comparisons to Catherine Steadman’s engaging storytelling and Carl Hiaasen’s distinctive Florida humor.