For Love of Livvy
(Book1 Esposito Series)
by J.M. Griffin
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After her
favorite aunt is found dead and an alarming box is mysteriously left on the
doorstep of her aunt’s house now legally hers, Lavinia Esposito wants
explanations. But, having cleared the package of explosives, the local cops are
dumbounded by the precious stones which came without an explanation, just an
address─her Aunt Livvy’s. Frustrated by the cops’ refusal to share their
theories, criminal justice instructor Lavinia Esposito, a.k.a. Vinnie, takes
investigation matters into her own hands. Vinnie is soon dragged into
situations beyond her control, finding herself in hot water with the law, the
crooks, and her Italian father. Willing to put her life at risk to find out
what really happened to her beloved Aunt Livvy, and why jewels would be
addressed to her aunt, Vinnie plunges ahead with her usual tenacity, bravery,
and keen wits to solve and survive this mystery.
The
trooper turned to leave and I stepped forward.
“Uh,
I’d like to know what’s in the box, if it’s not too much to ask.” My hand snuck
up to my hip as my cocky Italian attitude slid into place.
Tall
and Curious stiffened at my tone and turned to stare at me. It seemed he wasn’t
used to being spoken to in this manner, which wasn’t any big surprise. Women
tend to respond differently to men in uniform, especially a man such as this
luscious creature. Well, not this chick.
I
teach guys like him all year long and the “I’m so wonderful” thing gets old
fast.
“I’ll
be sure to let you know, Miss Esposito. If we have any questions, you’ll hear
from us right away.”
I
gawked a moment and my eyes narrowed. His opened wide in contrast and he
waited, his body tense. Maybe he thought I’d pitch myself off the steps onto
his perfectly toned frame and pummel the daylights out of him or something. It
was a thought, but I really wanted to know what was in the package. Besides,
his muscles were bigger than mine.
In
an effort to change tactics rather than be handcuffed and dragged off to jail,
I smiled and spoke in as nice a manner as I could muster.
“I’d
appreciate any information you could give me officer, since the package was
left in such an alarming way. Should I call headquarters tomorrow?”
His
look narrowed. I suspected he was unsure of where this was headed. There was a
moment’s hesitation before he answered the question.
“Sure,
that would be a good idea.” He gave a nod of the stiff brimmed campaign hat
that covered cropped brown hair.
“All
right then. I’ll call the colonel first thing.” My voice remained light and
sweet, and the smile was charming, at least I hoped it was.
The
colonel runs a strict police force and is a tough disciplinarian with an
intense dislike for any
impropriety,
implied or otherwise. I’d gleaned that much from the cops in my criminal
justice classes.
A
tight lipped smile crossed his face. I figured he couldn’t decide whether I
really knew the colonel or if this was a ploy. To be truthful, I lied by
omission. I hadn’t said I knew the colonel, I just said I’d give him a call.
“That
won’t be necessary ma’am. As soon as there’s any information, I’ll get in touch
with you.” With a nod of his head, he turned and left.
AUTHOR Bio and Links:
J. M. Griffin is a student
of the human condition, wielding the written craft to stimulate the imagination
much like she wields her paint brush. The pages are a blank canvas on which
J.M. draws vivid characters. J.M. is the author of the popular Vinnie Esposito
mystery series featuring the sexy sleuth Vinnie Esposito and the engaging
Deadly Bakery mystery series featuring the sassy baker/sleuth Melina Cameron.
J.M. lives in rural Rhode Island, a state she considers colorful and
interesting.
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