In the quiet town of Crestwood, nestled between rolling hills and dense forests, an enigmatic murder shrouds the community in fear. The victim, a respected archaeologist named Dr. Eleanor Hale, is found brutally murdered in her own home, surrounded by ancient artifacts and mysterious debris from her recent expedition.
Detective Alex Turner, known for his keen instincts and unwavering determination, is assigned to the case. As he delves into Dr. Hale's life, he uncovers a web of secrets and hidden tensions among her colleagues and friends. The debris she brought back from her latest dig site appears to be at the center of the mystery, leaving a trail of unanswered questions.
As Detective Turner interviews the eclectic group of people connected to Dr. Hale's life, he discovers that each artifact has its own tale and potential motive for murder. The once seemingly straightforward case becomes a labyrinth of deceit, jealousy, and long-buried grudges. Could the answer lie in the ancient relics she unearthed, or is the murderer someone much closer to home?
The investigation takes a sinister turn when more bodies begin to pile up, each victim surrounded by fragments of the archaeological find. Turner races against time to unravel the truth before the debris claims more lives. The town's dark secrets begin to surface, and Turner realizes that the key to solving the case may be hidden in the past.
As he inches closer to the elusive killer, Turner discovers that the debris holds a power beyond imagination, linking the present to an ancient curse. In a heart-pounding climax, Detective Turner must confront the malevolent force manipulating the artifacts and uncover the identity of the murderer before Crestwood descends into chaos.
"Debris" is a gripping murder mystery novella that weaves together the realms of archaeology, ancient curses, and the complexities of human relationships, culminating in a thrilling tale of suspense and revelation.