Catching Hemlock || ONC2025
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  • Reads 211
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  • Parts 16
  • Time 2h 15m
Complete, First published Feb 02
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Detective Michael Wulfe has solved every case that has come across his desk--with a little supernatural help. However, a recent string of unconnected murders leaves him stumped and the people of Keirwood Heights nervous. On top of everything, the police chief is getting dangerously close to Michael's own secret that could end both his career and his life if he doesn't close the case soon. 


ONC Prompt 87: A skilled detective has solved almost every case that has come across their desk. But one case seems to elude them, with no apparent connections between the murders. That is, until something changes everything.

Rated T for violence, but there's no swearing or smut.
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