by The_Technician
Not many have the talent for a compelling short detective story but you obviously do. I am delighted to have read this tale and I look forward to reading your other works. Good luck in the contest. I can easily see you as a novel or novella writer. I am trying my best not to come across as a sycophant but I appear to be failing miserably. Cheers and thanks again.
The story had a Halloween vibe to it that enjoyed. The discussion of the detective with the librarian did not fit the rest of the story and it was useless. Some explanations appear rushed and don't appear naturally, they come across as exposition.