Paddlers, Promises, & Poison

In the small, quirky town of Normal, Kentucky, the discovery of realtor Chelsea O'Connell's death sparks tension amid local opposition to new development projects. Meanwhile, Detective Hank Sharp faces job uncertainties as rumors of outsourcing threaten his department, while his girlfriend Mae West considers whether to involve herself in the investigation of a prominent suspect. The story delves into community secrets, personal relationships, and the challenges of small-town life—all set against a backdrop of suspense.