Demons are on the loose. A disagreement over theological issues escalates until opposing groups are at each other’s throats. Neal tries to calm everyone to avoid publicity. Yet, violence and then strange murders. Every character has a motive to have committed the crimes. The problem for Neal is to connect the method and opportunity to the culprit. Additionally, Neal becomes worried whether the case is affecting his family. Ten chapters, 52,000 words.
Selmoore Codfish is not really a fish, but a chicken. He’s hiding because celebrity would show that he is not actually funny, just faking it. If the public knew Mr. Codfish’s identity they would demand that he be funny all of the time. However, he would prefer to remain a dour, grumpy person. Funny people don’t get respect but are thought of as special or different. His friends and associates appreciate his dry seriousness and they shouldn’t be let down by humor.