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lsundarinfo · 1 month

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Top 10 Motorable Passes in Australia and Your Foreign Driving Guide

Australia, the land down under, beckons with its vast landscapes, diverse ecosystems, and iconic landmarks. But for the truly adventurous soul, there’s a unique way to experience its beauty: a road trip through its stunning motorable mountain passes. These winding ribbons of asphalt climb through breathtaking scenery, offering unparalleled views and unforgettable driving experiences.

This blog unveils the top 10 motorable passes in Australia, taking you on a virtual journey across the country. We’ll also provide essential information for foreign tourists planning a driving adventure in Australia, including international driving permits and camping recommendations.

Top 10 Motorable Passes in Australia:

Black Spur Drive (Victoria): Nestled in the Yarra Valley, the Black Spur Drive winds through lush rainforests and towering eucalypts. Take in cascading waterfalls, charming towns like Warburton, and stop for a spot of wine tasting at local wineries.

Great Alpine Road (Victoria): This iconic route stretches from Mansfield to Metung, traversing the Victorian Alps. Witness the majestic peaks of Mount Hotham and Falls Creek, explore charming mountain villages, and marvel at the ever-changing scenery.

McKenzie Pass (Queensland): Located in the Scenic Rim region, this pass offers panoramic views of the Great Dividing Range. Visit Lamington National Park for hiking trails and waterfalls, or explore the charming town of Boonah.

Springsure Savannah Way (Queensland): Embark on an outback adventure on this unsealed section of the Savannah Way. Drive through sandstone gorges, spot diverse wildlife, and camp under a blanket of stars in Carnarvon National Park.

Thunderbolt Pass (New South Wales): This scenic route in New England National Park is known for its dramatic drops and sweeping vistas. Explore historic towns like Hillgrove and Ararat, or take a detour to Wollomombi Falls, the tallest waterfall in Australia.

Kosciuszko Road (New South Wales): Climb to the highest point in mainland Australia, Mount Kosciuszko, via this scenic route. Enjoy snowfields in winter (check for road closures) or explore the stunning Kosciuszko National Park year-round.

Picton to Mittagong (New South Wales): This scenic stretch along the Hume Highway offers a glimpse of the Southern Highlands. Stop at historical villages like Berrima, visit wineries in the Mittagong region, or explore the beauty of Nattai National Park.

The Bluff (South Australia): Experience rugged Flinders Ranges on this scenic drive. Take in breathtaking views of Wilpena Pound, spot native wildlife like kangaroos and emus, and explore the rich Aboriginal history of the region.

Gibb River Road (Western Australia): This legendary off-road track in the Kimberley region is not for the faint-hearted. However, the reward is a journey through remote outback landscapes, with opportunities for swimming in waterholes, exploring ancient rock art, and experiencing true wilderness.

Great Ocean Road (Victoria): No list of Australian drives is complete without the Great Ocean Road. Cruise along the coastline, witness the iconic rock formations of the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge, and explore the vibrant surf towns along the way.

Driving in Australia as a Foreign Tourist:

To drive legally in Australia as a foreign tourist, you’ll need to have:

Your valid driver’s license from your home country.

An International Driving Permit Australia (IDP).

An IDP translates your driver’s license into several languages and is valid for up to 12 months in Australia. You can apply for an IDP through your local motoring authority in your home country.

How to Apply for an International Driving Permit (IDP) in Australia (Online – Not Applicable):

There is no online application process for an IDP in Australia. You’ll need to apply through your home country’s motoring authority.

Best Places for Camping in Australia:

Australia offers a plethora of camping options, from national parks with designated campsites to caravan parks with amenities. Here are some recommendations:

National Parks: Most national parks have designated camping areas with basic amenities like toilets and fire pits. Popular options include Kakadu National Park (NT), Fraser Island (QLD), and Freycinet National Park (TAS).

State Forests: State forests often offer free or low-cost camping options. Be sure to check regulations and fire restrictions before setting up camp.

Caravan Parks: These offer a range of amenities like powered sites, camp kitchens, and swimming pools. They are a great option for those seeking a more comfortable camping experience.

Tips for a Safe and Enjoyable Road Trip:

Plan your route: Research road

conditions, closures, and fuel stops beforehand.

Check the weather: Be prepared for changing weather conditions, especially in remote areas.

Pack for all seasons: Australia has diverse climates, so pack layers of clothing suitable for varying temperatures.

Respect the environment: Leave no trace behind and adhere to camping regulations in national parks and state forests.

Be aware of wildlife: Watch out for animals on the road, especially at dawn and dusk.

Carry a spare tire and basic tools: Be prepared for unexpected breakdowns.

Travel with a mobile phone: Ensure good coverage in case of emergencies. (Satellite phones might be necessary for remote areas)

Beyond the Drive: Exploring Australia’s National Parks:

Australia boasts some of the world’s most spectacular national parks, offering a plethora of activities beyond the scenic drives. Here are some suggestions:

Hiking: Tackle challenging trails in the rugged terrain of Tasmania’s Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park or explore the ancient rainforests of Daintree National Park (QLD).

Wildlife watching: Witness the unique fauna of Australia, from koalas and kangaroos to crocodiles and whales. Take a boat tour in Kakadu National Park (NT) or explore the coral reefs of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park (QLD).

Aboriginal Culture: Learn about Australia’s rich Indigenous history through guided tours, cultural experiences, and rock art sites. Visit Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park (NT) or Kakadu National Park for a deeper understanding.

Conclusion:

Australia beckons with a road trip adventure unlike any other. Explore the diverse landscapes through its stunning motorable passes, embrace the freedom of the open road, and delve into the country’s unique culture and natural wonders. By following these tips and recommendations, you can plan an unforgettable journey Down Under.

#International Driving Permit Australia

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hillbillyhippiemusicreview · 1 month

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WHAT A SWEET SERENADE TO SWEET HOME: TAYLOR HUNNICUTT SHOWCASES THE ALABAMA SOUND WITH RELEASE OF DEBUT RECORD

Reviewed by: Lyssa Culbertson

In the day and age of the overnight TikTok craze where going viral somehow equates to an instant record deal without any real road readiness to back it up, some success stories are just a little bit sweeter, taking their due time aging like a fine Muscadine wine. When bands like the one I’m about to mention finally have their day in the sun, so to speak, after many weary years of blazing down the highway as road warriors trying to keep their lights on as they played till the lights went out, it makes the music so much hardier and heartfelt. Authentically Alabamian, indie artist Taylor Hunnicutt and her band of rowdy sons have more than earned their moment in the spotlight—and we hope it lingers, shining down on them for years to come. Over the past several years, Southern rock has been in a revival period, with throngs of long-haired hippies in various bands across the land taking the stage and playing their new-age versions of it, as if stepping back in time to Skynyrd concert in '69. With the release of her debut LP, Alabama Sound, a mere few weeks ago, it's already evident that Hunnicutt has taken her rightful throne as the Queen, solidifying her long-overdue status as one of the frontrunners of not only the Southern rock revival, but today's music in general. Talk about a huge win for female artists everywhere!

Let's pause for a little background before we dive into her long-awaited debut: with a deep love for music formed early in childhood and an innate talent developing well into her teens and young adult years, Hunnicutt spent time honing her craft in various ways, from school choirs and a short stint in college studying Opera to where she ultimately began paying her dues while manifesting that signature sound: a blues juke joint somewhere deep down in Birmingham sitting in with bands rolling through the area. During her come-up, she also spent time cutting her teeth under the tutelage of the King of Alabama, Wayne Mills, and other regulars on the southeastern circuit as well as a stint touring with the Black Jacket Symphony. Previously operating for a spell as a bit of a singer-songwriter show alongside her husband and lead guitarist Josh McKenzie, recent years have seen Hunnicutt form a top-notch ensemble (Taylor Hunnicutt: vocals, acoustic guitar, percussion; Josh McKenzie: electric guitar; Tyler Treadwell: electric guitar; Ethan Perkins: bass; Christian Sanders: drums) taking her music to all new levels by hitting the road all across America, baring her soul on stages near to and far from her roots. To put it simply, everything she encompasses is everything she is as an artist and is everything she has to offer—she's all or nothing. That notion speaks volumes to how she chose to cut her debut record after all these weary years of burning rubber from town to town, tracking it mostly live at Clearwave Recording Studio in between shows with the band family she curated. It's homegrown, well-worn, and fully loved, making it safe to say: You can take the girl out of Alabama, but you can't take the Alabama out of the girl.

With her signature husky, bluesy drawl that she can either make mellow or roar depending on the moment, Hunnicutt and her crew crafted quite the genre-bending, eclectic mix of tunes with this release. Is it country? Americana? Blues? Outlaw? Soul? Southern rock? The gospel of a road-weary troubadour? However you decide to label it—and we truly believe it defies labels—one thing is for certain: it’s undeniably Alabama and certifiably Taylor. The record rolls in the same way it leaves us, full of spitfire and sass. Longtime fans know a Taylor Hunnicutt show is lively in all its candor and bordering on raucous (which we promise is a damn GOOD thing), much like the more rockin' tracks on the album. In the softer bits in between, however, we find a dulcetly pensive Taylor drenched in melancholy at times as she lowers her vocals and the band turns down the sound. Amid jam-worthy, boogie-woogie barn burners that showcase her chops alongside her vivacious vibe and percussion talents on stage, these quiet moments are where she really shines. Right ‘round the midpoint of the record, though, we’re hit with the title track “Alabama Sound” that is definitive of everything the debut release aspires to be. It’s a gritty little ditty reminiscent of the journey she’s been on over the past decade paying her dues in dusty bars with old guitars all over the southeast and beyond…but no matter how far from home she was, she couldn’t ever outrun that Alabama Sound that flows through her blood and out her fingertips as she howls her stories alongside the best backing band in Bama every night—and we’re certainly glad she never did.

A couple songs off the record, the hardy “Trail of a Broken Heart” and cheeky “All or Nothin’,” were previously offered as singles to critical acclaim (check out our review of the latter here) as they displayed not only her varied vocal ability and musicality but also her penchant for witty songwriting. They fit well into the thematic presence of the record, which is a lyrical and sonic showcase of the bona fide sounds and stories from the heartland Hunnicutt hails from, and has long been leaving behind. Perhaps a pining love letter of sorts, reminiscing on what she leaves behind—or loses—every time she "unpacks this [her bags] just to pack them up again." The long-awaited debut starts off strong, with a heavy-laden vocal as she takes it back about 80 years, bellowing out the story of an illegal still and the fate of too-curious lawmen in "Saw Blade Hill." Rollin' on down the trail of broken hearts that is woven throughout the entire record, listeners are soon greeted with a heartfelt duet featuring another well-known Alabamian, Mr. Adam Hood. "Nobody's Business" (Adam Hood/Bonnie Bishop) is a self-love scripture honoring all the messy, and beautiful, parts of being human while giving the proverbial middle finger to anyone in disagreement of owning and loving who we are. Mighty fine piece of Aladamnbama right there. Albeit a winner, "Losing Streak" finds an even more ruminative Hunnicutt mulling over the pitfalls of life, perhaps a nod to the years spent chained to the highway, running down a dream.

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On the same emotional wavelength, "Way to Get Out" sings of a lost soul, chained to a dead-end, seemingly abusive relationship—there's a lyrical nod to one of Hunnicutt's 2018 releases, "Flower in a Drought," so be sure to catch it and lend your ears to that EP, too. In the same realm of the depths of pain, "Undone" is one of the darkest tunes on the record, yet sonically has a more sanguine feel than the prior forlorn ballads, which is a clue listeners need to pay closer attention to the lyrics because it's a deep one. The final ballad on the record, "In it for the Pain," focuses on a dejected relationship once more, but in a different way than "Way to Get Out" as this time, she physically leaves but can't quite seem to emotionally, which could even be likened to the relationship between artist and song and the stronghold the artistic curse can have despite the hurt it can cause. Energetically (and shamelessly) rounding out the album, "Upside Down and Shaken" is a toe-tapping little jive about life on the road meant to get you moving and grooving. Speaking of witty songwriting, there's just something about the candor of southern phrases such as "colder than a witch's titty" that puts a grin on my face and makes it feel as genuine as it comes.

In it's full essence, Alabama Sound is a truly hospitable record, welcoming you in for a homey, southern-fried musical meal before having you dancing around and slamming back shots of Jameson in the depths of your feels when the midnight hour hits, feeling just like the fierce firecrackers Hunnicutt and her band are. One thing I've always appreciated about Taylor is that she is real: there's no smoke and mirrors trying to hide her true spirit in efforts to "fit in" to the industry or to stay in her lane—the gal plum is who she is and is bound and determined to knock down any door in her way. The way she effortlessly translates that into her songwriting and overall sound is something to be admired, and the “realness” left in the authenticity of the mostly live takes the album was recorded in speaks volumes. Our takeaway? Y'all best stop what you're doing and hop aboard the Taylor Train before ya derail yourself. It's destination? Universal domination. Okay, maybe not universal, though I do believe the aliens would dig it and throw a spectacular party in the sky jammin’ along—but it's surely bound to change the musical landscape of at least this Earthly generation.

When HHMR asked Hunnicutt what she hoped to accomplish with the release of her debut record, she expressed:

"I hope Alabama Sound puts out an accurate representation of what we are trying to do, to bring Alabama to the forefront of the scene. Other bands like Muscadine Bloodline, Red Clay Strays, Them Dirty Roses and Adam Hood are all doing that already, and we are happy to fall in behind them leading the way. I felt like the record captured who we are as a live band and was a transition from singer/songwriter into more of an Outlaw Country Southern Rock feel."

Undoubtedly, we believe she has achieved just that with band in tow over the years, grinding out the grassroots as a true testament to the beauty of hard work fueled by a true talent and immense passion. Such a sweet serenade to Sweet Home!

Here's to over a decade of cuttin’ teeth in bars and her sh***y broke down car just to be grinnin’ like the devil when it debuted ahead of a STACKED album release tour headlining her own shows as well as opening for legends like Marshall Tucker Band and the Allman Betts Band, as well as current showstoppers like Whitey Morgan, Silverada, and more on top of a ton of festival appearances. Cheers to Hunnicutt, her team, and the future of female-driven music—we're looking forward to what's to come!

CATCH TAYLOR HUNNICUTT AND HER BAND TOURING ALABAMA SOUND AT A VENUE NEAR YOU:

*All press images used with the permission of Taylor Hunnicutt’s team

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BUT WAIT—don’t just listen to us…what are the fans saying?! HHMR asked listeners what their favorite song was and why:

“‘In It For The Pain!’ Such a deeply written song, showcasing why we continue doing the things that hurt us. The live version and album version are both so full of emotion, musically as well as verbally. Definitely has been a tear jerker for me as much as Ive heard it, and that's been quite a few times.” B.G.

“‘In It For The Pain’ is my favorite from the album and that should be a tough decision with all the amazing songs, but there's something about that one that makes it an easy decision for me and it's off of my favorite album in a very long time!Definitely the front runner for album of the year at this point for me!” C.E.

“Nobody's Business with Adam Hood...It speaks for itself as to why for me.” L.P.

“Definitely a hard choice, but my fave is ‘Saw Blade Hill.’ From the content to the music and overall vibe, it screams Alabama.” L.C.

“WOAH, that album slaps! Can’t choose.” A.L.

#SoundCloud #Spotify #debut album #alabama #new music #taylorhunnicutt

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roadwarrior1970 · 2 months

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Southeast Australia - Big City, Beaches and Backroads

Southeast Australia – Big City, Beaches and Backroads Distance: 1100 miles. Main Highways: Highway A1, B500, M31 Recommended time: 7-8 daysHighlights: Sydney, beach towns, McKenzie River Rainforest, Beechworth, Canberra While I found New Zealand’s South Island like putting Switzerland, Hawaii and Great Britain in a blender, I found Southeast Australia like blending California and Great Britain,…

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moorebreakingnewz · 4 months

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One Airlifted After Accident Outside Seven Lakes Monday

Emergency responders were dispatched to a vehicle overturned on McKenzies Mill Road off of Carthage Road just after 6:00 pm.

Firefighters cut the windshield out of the Nissan Pathfinder to free the injured adult female driver.

The victim was transported by ambulance to a landing zone that had been set up at the Seven Lakes Fire Department to meet a helicopter for transport to a Trauma Center.

McKenzies Mill Road was briefly closed to traffic while the victim was assisted and the vehicle removed from the side of the road.

Responding tonight were units with Seven Lakes Fire Rescue, West End Fire & Rescue, Eastwood Fire Department, Moore County EMS, and the NC State Highway Patrol.

01/22/24

Billy Marts

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someonesawsomething · 6 months

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The Unsolved Murder of Hillary Angel Wilson

The Unsolved Murder of Hillary Angel Wilson #Unforgotten #unsolved #coldcase #sharethispost #truecrime #homicide #murder #winnipeg #manitoba #canada #indignenous #mmiw #2smmiwg

Hillary Angel Wilson was last seen alive on the evening of August 19, 2009 in Winnipeg’s North End at Selkirk Avenue and McKenzie Street. On Thursday August 20, 2009 shortly before 3:00 pm, her body was discovered in a field near the intersection of the Perimeter Highway and Highway 59 by a teenage boy walking his dog. She was barely 18 years old at the time of her death. Law enforcement has not…

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casspurrjoybell-17 · 6 months

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Heart’s Choice - Chapter 5

*Warning Adult Content*

- John -

On the security monitor, I watch the mechanic with the soulful brown eyes huddle miserably in the corner of his cell.

It's freezing in there, he's barefoot and his clothes are wet, so I don't blame him for shivering.

Not that I sympathize.

He didn't put up a fight, didn't say anything, in fact, until we got back to the station and took his belongings for safekeeping.

He handed over his wallet and phone without a second thought but when we tried to take his jewelry, he flipped.

Begged us to let him keep his mama's crucifix or some shit.

No can do, bucko.

Weirdly, he seemed terrified.

Guilty conscience, probably.

I was hoping I was wrong about him, hoping he wouldn't be the one who showed up under that bridge but that's just my luck.

The pretty ones are all crazy.

I don't usually go for long hair on guys, either, I like just enough length to grab hold of but it suits him.

Too bad he's a murderer.

The fact is Kyle Peters wasn't found under the highway overpass.

He was found under the bridge and nobody but the fly-fisher who found him, the cops and his killer knew that.

I'd acted on a hunch.

Something about the way the body was laid out so carefully, like a banquet ready to be served, made me think the killer was the sort who would like to revisit the scene, especially while it was still fresh.

All that weird occult graffiti must have taken hours to paint and it can't have been easy reaching the underside of the bridge like that.

Even so, I hadn't expected to get lucky so quickly.

I wanted eyes on that bridge twenty-four seven for at least the next two weeks.

I never ask my team to do something I'm not willing to do myself, so I'd intended to take the first overnight shift.

I'd barely arrived and got myself in position before this fool wandered up and sprang the trap.

All the better, I suppose.

It'll be an open and shut case.

Justice will be served and they'll be one less crack-pot murderer on the loose.

Everyone wins.

Well, except for the poor kid who got strung up and gutted like a fish.

I've seen a lot of shit in my time but that was something else.

"You ready for this?"

I turn to my partner.

With her matronly hips, her hair in long braids and her purple nails dotted with sequins, Latoya McKenzie doesn't fit the stereotypical idea of a cop but like everyone else under Chief Laura Coleridge's command, she's earned her place.

When this position opened (after the last guy left the force to become a private investigator, for whatever reason) Coleridge lured me here with an unusual proposition.

I could choose my partner from among a pool of willing officers.

The catch was, I couldn't know who was who.

The day I arrived she handed me a stack of dossiers with all identifying info removed.

Credentials only.

I picked the one I felt was most qualified and that turned out to be Latoya.

Best partner I've ever had.

"Yeah. Put him in room one."

"You want company?"

"Nah. You observe."

"All right."

Latoya shrugs and leaves the room, keys jingling.

A moment later she appears on the monitor screen, unlocking the cell and beckoning for the suspect to exit and walk in front of her down the hall to interrogation.

He obeys meekly and I shake my head.

He can play innocent and confused all he wants.

I'll get the truth out him.

If I'm lucky, I'll have a signed confession on the Chief's desk first thing in the morning.

Not bad for my first case in Spring Lakes.

~ ★ ~

"Please state your name for the record."

"Carlos Martinez."

"Your full name, please."

The suspect pushes a lock of dark brown hair behind his ear with a shaking hand and leans towards the recording device, a.k.a. my cell-phone, a second time.

"Carlos Ángel Martinez."

"Angel?" I raise a brow at him. "That's ironic."

"It's pronounced ‘AHNG-hehl’. And I'm not a murderer. You got the wrong guy."

"Uh huh. Mr. Martinez, you have no alibi for the night of Kyle Peters' death, we have evidence linking you to the crime and now you show up at the scene, the location of which was deliberately kept secret. The sooner you come clean, the easier it will be for you."

"What evidence?"

"I beg your pardon?"

"You said you have evidence linking me to the crime. What evidence?"

I twist the wedding ring on my finger.

Don't know why I still wear the thing, except it saves me some unwanted attention.

Women find me attractive.

Men of a certain variety find me attractive, too and as the suspect's eyes flick to the symbolic jewelry, I wonder if he might be counted among the latter sort.

"Look," he says, leaning forward to rest his chained hands on the table. "You're making a mistake. I'm a friend of Dane Hunter. Well, a friend of a friend, anyway. I'm a friend of the Chief, too. Well, a friend of a friend of a friend, in that case. Anyway, I get a phone call, right? Lemme call someone. I'll prove it."

I frown.

Hunter is the guy I replaced but as I've discovered, everyone knows someone in this town.

"Prove what?"

The suspect swallows visibly, a cartoon-style gulp.

"I... I see dead people," he says.

Internally, I burst out laughing.

This is gonna go great in court.

Externally, I frown.

"Yeah? You gonna tell me my grandma's favorite color or some shit?"

Oddly, the suspect's expression remains entirely earnest, though borderline desperate.

"Look, you don't understand," he says. "It doesn't work like that. I'm not some TV charlatan. Kyle... he led me to that bridge. He wants me to help him."

"Help him?" I lift my brows.

There's a tan folder lying on the table.

It contains a set of photographs.

I push it towards the suspect without breaking eye contact.

"I think Kyle's beyond help, at this point."

Brows pinched with consternation, the suspect picks up the envelop, extracts the contents and examines the photographs.

I purposely didn't warn him, hoping to glean something from his reaction but his reaction isn't what I expect.

Clearly horrified, he drops the stack of pictures, leans over the side of his chair and pukes all over the floor.

"Shit," I slide the trashcan towards him under the desk.

"Aim for that, will you?"

I bolt to my feet and stride to the door, throw it open and snap at the officer stations outside.

"Paper towels and a cup of water. Now."

The officer scurries off and I turn back to my suspect as he coughs and retches again.

And begins to cry.

"Holy shit. Oh fucking shit," he moans. "Is that really...? Is that really him?"

"That's how we found him, yeah."

He risks another glance at the pictures, then shuts his eyes.

"Fucking shit."

"That about sums it up," I say, and scoop the pictures, which thankfully escaped the vomit splatter, back into the envelope.

But not without accidentally glancing at them myself.

According to the coroner, Kyle Peters was alive too long.

He was alive when someone chained him to the underside of the bridge, his head, arms and legs aligned to the points of a pentacle.

He was alive when someone cut him open, extracting his intestines and stringing them around him like a strand of Christmas lights.

He was alive when someone cut off his tongue, his nose, his ears and burned out his eyes with cigarettes.

He was alive until he bled out or until whoever removed his organs, one by one, got to his heart and lungs.

I thought I'd got that someone in front of me and I was ready to strap him to the electric chair myself 'not that they do that in this state, anymore' but a reaction like that can't be faked.

This isn't my guy.

Which begs the question of why he was...

The door of the interrogation room bangs open, startling both me and Martinez, who looks about to faint.

At this point, I'll be lucky if he doesn't need a trip to the ER and luckier if he doesn't sue.

Chief Laura Coleridge glares at me, hands on her hips.

Behind her, Latoya makes a 'don't blame me' sort of gesture.

"Turner. What the hell is going on?"

"I'm interrogating a suspect," I say, gesturing at Martinez, who shivers unhelpfully, dark eyes wide.

He reminds me of a Chihuahua I once had.

"Interrogating or torturing?"

"I thought he was my guy."

"Well, clearly he's not. Cut him loose."

"Yes, Ma'am."

She gives her attention to the suspect.

"Martinez. You okay?"

He nods.

"I will be."

"Good. Are you onto something?"

"Yeah. I think so."

Chief Coleridge turns to me.

"Congratulations, Turner. You found your guy. Just not in the way you thought. Martinez is your new partner."

She turns and exits the room.

I blink, as stunned as if she'd thrown a drink in my face and trail after her, leaving someone else to free Martinez.

"What? Hey, Chief, hold up. What do mean he's my new partner?"

She waves a hand over her shoulder at me.

"This town is weird but you'll get used to it. Welcome to Spring Lakes, Detective Turner."

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