HOT DOG HOMICIDE

Synopsis: >Desperate for a fresh start and fed up with being treated like a nobody, Jerry seizes an unexpected opportunity when he discovers a mobile hot dog business for sale at a garage sale. With dreams of turning his life around, he buys the cart and sets out to create a culinary sensation. However, when faced with the dilemma of sourcing quality ingredients, Jerry's life takes a chilling turn after a fateful encounter with a homeless man leads to an unthinkable act of violence. In a moment of panic, Jerry decides to dispose of the man's body using his new meat grinder, rationalising that he can turn his dark secret into something profitable by incorporating human flesh into his hot dogs. As he sets up his stand outside the Bronx police station, he quickly gains popularity, impressing law enforcement and locals alike with his unique creations. But as success grows, so does the pressure to keep his secret hidden. As Jerry navigates the complexities of his dual life, he grapples with paranoia and anxiety, feeling the walls closing in as a fireman named Mike intensifies his investigation into Jerry's operations. The tension builds as Mike interviews customers and pieces together clues that link Jerry to suspicious activities. With the stakes rising, Jerry devises a plan to distract the police by staging charitable events, but the cracks in his facade become increasingly apparent. His mental state deteriorates as the thrill of deception battles against the weight of his guilt. As he spirals deeper into darkness, the line between ambition and moral decay blurs, leading him to confront the true cost of his actions. In a gripping tale of desperation, ambition, and the consequences of one's choices, "Hot Dog Homicide" explores themes of identity, morality, and the lengths one will go-to achieve success. Jerry's journey into the depths of darkness forces him to confront his past and the haunting realisation that the very thing he sought to escape has become an inseparable part of who he is. As the investigation tightens and the threat of exposure looms, Jerry must decide whether to continue down the path of destruction or find a way to reclaim his life before it's too late.

Pages: 213, Paperback, Independently published