Nolan Kirby's life takes an unexpected turn when a mysterious key reveals a hidden legacy. Abandoned by his father and burdened by family secrets, Nolan uncovers a link to a 1964 art heist and a fortune in diamonds and cash. As he navigates the treacherous world of stolen art and criminal intrigue, Nolan is torn between temptation and redemption. Will he succumb to the allure of wealth or find the courage to rewrite his family's legacy? With the FBI closing in and dangerous alliances unraveling, Nolan's next move could change everything. Can he outsmart his past and secure his future?

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The Key


A mysterious old lady shows up at Grandpa's funeral and slips Nolan Kirby a note.
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The Letter

I stood in the dim storage unit and read Grandpa’s letter. “Dear Nolan, If you are reading this it must be the year 2006 and ... Read Chapter

The Diamond

My court appointed lawyer got the intent to distribute charge dropped since I didn’t have any of the tools a dealer would possess.... Read Chapter

Art Appreciation

The jeweler at the Cloverdale Mall was apparently reporting me to the mall cop so I took off running. He yelled for me to stop.... Read Chapter

August Denton, III

When I rang Cynthia Starr's doorbell, I wasn’t surprised when a nurse came to the door. I suspected she wasn’t well and that was... Read Chapter

Show Me the Money

Richard Blair was right. The Second Street Newsstand had The New York Times. I bought Wednesday’s issue but wouldn’t be able to visit... Read Chapter

Employees Only

I desperately tried to open the van’s door to no avail. Richard Blair turned and told the men in the back to unlock the case. “If... Read Chapter

A Greater Treasure

The wise guys dumped Richard Blair’s body in the Susquehanna River and Fat Eddie considered the delinquent loans settled. *** I... Read Chapter

Return of Sergio Ricci

Charles Wellington put on his thick glasses and knelt in front of the Genova Luci series and studied each piece carefully.  His... Read Chapter

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P.D. North

Gripping first chapter! Vivid writing style that portrays an interesting story, makes me curious what will happen next. Like what does the letter say! Nice work, will read more.

Wed, September 18th, 2024 9:43pm

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Thank you!

Wed, September 18th, 2024 7:39pm

R. R. D. BLANCO

Lovely Story. Nice to reed.

Tue, January 7th, 2025 6:07am

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