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    Get Rid of the Gnome: A Brian Vale Short Story
    Get Rid of the Gnome: A Brian Vale Short Story
    Get Rid of the Gnome: A Brian Vale Short Story
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    Get Rid of the Gnome: A Brian Vale Short Story

    By Tamara Ward

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    When Detective Brian Vale resigned from the police force to be a stay-at-home dad, he never thought he'd use the skills he gained from years of detective work around the house. But that's before a neighbor asks him to solve a mystery: the neighbor's yard has been destroyed overnight, and a beloved gnome has disappeared. Granted, the crime isn't near as serious as the cases Brian worked on the force. Still, despite the activity a young daughter, toddler twins, and a 9-month-old bring to his life, Brian takes the case and finds himself intrigued.

    This 25-page short story is written by bestselling author Tamara Ward, who has written multiple novels and short stories and knows what it's like to be a stay-at-home parent occasionally longing to use skills from life before kids to do something that she's temporarily persuaded herself matters more.

    This story is about 25 pages in length.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherTamara Ward
    Release dateOct 18, 2015
    ISBN9781310695230
    Get Rid of the Gnome: A Brian Vale Short Story
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    Tamara Ward

    Tamara Ward’s storylines and characters combine for fun, fast-paced, can’t-put-it-down reads. Her bestselling novels include Private Deception, Hidden Betrayal, Storm Surge, and Silver Flashing. In her mysteries, you’ll find characters who keep readers hooked, strong-willed sleuths, and a sprinkling of humor. For more information, visit Tamara Ward’s website at http://authortamaraward.com.

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