The House on the Hill – #fiction #99-word stories

On By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Fiction Short Stories, Stories

“I swear evil lurks in that house, Jim,” Patty said to her husband. From their patio, the ginger dwelling is in full view.

“Honey, it’s your imagination. They’re on vacation.”

“I don’t think so. I’ve seen him coming and going, but she’s been nowhere in sight.”

“You know it’s not our business, Sweetheart.”

Just then, three police cars and an ambulance sped up the street and right into the sloping driveway.

The next day…

“Patty, you were right! I heard on the news the husband was arrested for murder. His wife’s battered body was found in the attic. Geez!”

© Lauren Scott, Baydreamerwrites.com – All rights reserved.
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This story is not like my usual uplifting writings I share, but like Michele Lee says, “It’s good to stretch our writing wings.”

68 thoughts on “The House on the Hill – #fiction #99-word stories”

    1. So true! There is a house from my past that provided the inspiration for this story. The idea kept swirling around in my mind until I finally took the time to write the story. It was fun. Thanks for chiming in, Anneli. 🙂

    1. Thanks so much, Layla. This is my first attempt at a 99-word story, and it was kind of challenging. But it’s fun to try something new, let alone a genre I don’t normally write about. I know, there’s a house from my past that inspired me to write this. So, keep your eyes open. 😁

  17. Lauren, you say a lot in 99 words. We learn that Patty suspects something evil happening in the neighbor’s house. Her husband, Jim disregards her concern. Police arrive. Jim tells Patty about the woman’s dead body in the attic confirming her intuition.
    Moral of the story: A husband should pay attention to his wife’s intuition.
    Well done!

  18. Perhaps not your usual uplifting style, but as you say – It’s good to spread wings.

    More importantly,, How many times have I heard people say on the news “it was none of my business, he seemed nice, they never made noise, we thought those were some kind of garden sheds in the back… after an horrendously grizzly situation was discovered.
    People have been held prisoner, sex slaves and worse for years. The neighbours noticed something, but it was none of their business.
    When does it become our business?
    Interesting write, Lauren.
    💥💖

    1. Oh, Resa, you make a great point. And I don’t know when it becomes our business. I think intuition and our gut feeling should be our guide.
      There was a house in a past neighborhood that inspired this story, totally out of my ‘norm.’ I could never be a thriller writer. This is it for me. Anyway, thanks for reading, and I appreciate you sharing your thoughts. ❤️

      1. Although you say you could never be a Thriller writer, you can write thrilling.
        If that makes sense?
        It goes to show the breadth of your talent, I think.
        Anyway, I love what you’ve chosen to write. You are a positive, growing and sharing person, and it shows in your poems and tales. I love it!
        You next book is awaited.
        Did you find out if it will be available on Kobo? ❤️❤️

      2. Wow, Resa, you had me at “you can write thrilling!” It makes sense and made my day! Thank you so much for your lovely words. They really made my day. As to my book, I’m still waiting to receive an e-proof from the program I used. Things are going slowly, and I don’t know yet about Kobo. But if you really want to do an early review for which I am grateful (hoping you love the book because I’ll be holding my breath), then I’ll send you a copy. If you feel comfortable giving me your address, then email me at baydreamer25@gmail.com. I’m happy to do this. If you don’t feel comfortable then I’ll keep you posted and should have more info. next week. Thanks again! Hugs 🩷🙏🏻

      5. 🥰 Sent the mail! If you don’t get it soon, check Spam. OH,I forgot to put Canada after the Postal Code!
        Remember to add the Canada.
        There is an Ontario in California! It might go there! 🙄

    1. Hi Michelle, thanks so much, and yours is on its way for me. I have a few books ahead of yours, but it will be in my stack ready to read. I can’t wait! And it’s great to connect with you in this blogging community. 🩷

      1. Thank you for connecting too Lauren. I got your “More Than A Coffee Book”..for one i love coffee…so i wonder what’s in it that’s better than coffee? 🤗🤗🤗☕️☕️☕️i’m thrilled to find out.

      2. Aww, another coffee drinker! 🙂 Well, there are lots of memories that to me are much better than coffee, but as you’ll read, coffee is the bonus. I truly hope you enjoy the stories and poems, Michelle. Thank you so much! ☕️🩷🤗

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