Four Minutes

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Four Minutes
A serial killer had gone undetected for ten years, claiming nineteen victims in six states. His killing spree might have continued, except for a rather unusual four minutes...

A Short Story

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AMP1972

Well, 4 minutes is about the time my connection throttle demands to open that second window, and read your story online. I guess your works are worth the lil bit of waiting. And, if it helps: I guess the Stephen King works, in original American titles, I liked the most; 'Salem's Lot', 'Thinner' (paperback) & the Dreamcatcher movie adaptation...

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AMP1972

"Be patient, Normie..." #lol

I know it sux, thanks due my own critics, but it does improve readability:

*Use commas to separate independent clauses, when they are joined by any of these seven coordinating conjunctions: and, but, for, or, nor, so, yet.

*Common starter words for... Show more

J.C. Laird

LOL, you should read the full length novel (of the same name and available on Amazon), should you ever decide to become a customer.

AMP1972

Monetarily impaired, as this lil ex-bum has to continue life, I might need a while to play purchasing customer again... But thanks, good day to you as well!

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bustareadnow

An inquisitively, enticing intro! Can't wait to read it in it's entirety! I've read several of your books now, all quite entertaining! Hello again John! Wishing many blessings! :)

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J.C. Laird

Hi, yourself! I'm glad you liked it. I'm hoping to have the short story blown up into a full length novel this year. Stay tuned....

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jesswygle

I have had this book on my nook for quite awhile now and I finally got a chance to read it. I am thoroughly impressed with the descriptive language of this short and the way you really put the reader into, not only the killer, but the victim. I can't forget about the twist! I am such a short story fan and this one is superb. I will be sharing this link on Facebook and through word-of-mouth. Thank you for sharing this twisted... Show more

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J.C. Laird

Considering that you are one of the better writers around here, I really appreciate your opinions. As I mentioned in a comment below, I'm using "Four Minutes" as the basis for a full length novel. Of course, there will have to be a different ending now....

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A.Harlow

And this is supposed to be short? any ways best book ever read!

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Deleted User

I don't have a download app available, so is it possible to switch the price to "For Free" instead of "$0.00"? I really want to read the entire book!

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J.C. Laird

I don't think so. BookRix put it up, as is, for a promotion. But Amazon has a free app to download books to your computer...

Deleted User

OK, thanks.

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Glynis Rankin

I'm speechless.
I have to give this story nothing but adjectives.
Frightening, gruesome, unnerving, loathing, unexpected, and finally brilliant!

Mr. Lard brought this story to a head with the skill of authors like Knootz and King.

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J.C. Laird

Again, thank you Glynis. I had to go to the 'dark side' to dredge that one up. I guess I was a cop for too long.

Glynis Rankin

I'm sorry to say, it served you well in this story my friend. Wonderful

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RebeckDawn

Not what I expected - it was even better! It was a little gruesome, but the ending made it worth while. Another great short story John!

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