The beginning of summer heralds a few things: freedom from chemistry labs, some new neighbors, and an interesting new criminal. At first, the crimes seemed like petty thefts of cheap china. But when a connection is found and a disturbing pattern is discovered, tracing back all over the country, Riley is called to examine the evidence to stop the criminal in his tracks before the trend can continue.
CHARACTERS
Riley Smith. Age: 16
Traits: Proud, determined, over-dramatic.
Likes: Video games, mysteries, cloud-gazing, solving cases from the comfort of his own home.
Dislikes: Chemistry, cliches, sweet potatoes, being forced into going in the field.
Quote: "Why is it always summertime when people go crazy?"
Jess Johnson.
Age: 17
Traits: Friendly, outgoing, open.
Likes: Parties, meeting new people, learning random facts.
Dislikes: Discrimination, her step-mother, being ignored, rats and spiders.
Quote: "Step away from the keyboard, we're going to go have fun."
Elinor Ryerson.
Age: 16
Traits: Bubbly, protective, emotional, painfully honest.
Likes: History, reading, dancing, helping out others.
Dislikes: Violence, liars, judgement, thunderstorms.
Quote: "Be honest. How often does the butler do it?"
Alastair Ryerson.
Age: 21
Traits: Good-humored, teasing, arrogant, uppity.
Likes: Working with numbers, jogging, family, thrills.
Dislikes: Assumptions, gossip, perfumes and strong scents.
Quote: "I may not be a blatant purse-toting stereotype, but I don't think it's that much of a secret."
Those are the mains, sketches of the mains and a list of secondaries should be up in a few days. I'd love to hear feedback on the characters or the story, or both.
