Mary Lou Cheatham

Beach Story Mary Lou Cheatham

The North Carolina Foothills:

Twenty-seven-year-old Dove Abernathy, a beautiful woman
with Asperger's, has established herself as an artist. She
depends on Bess, her mother, for emotional support. After Bess
receives a severe head injury while in the prayer garden, their
lives are forever changed.

A North Carolina Barrier Island:

Dove's father, Harold, is generous with his wealth but stingy
with affection for Bess and Dove. He sends them to live in
two condominiums by the beach. Someone wants to destroy
both women. Harold hires Vic Brunson, a private investigator,
to find the evil force seeking to kill the mother and daughter.
Harold demands that Vic serve as a bodyguard for Dove. Once
the criminal is discovered, Vic must determine her motive and
prevent her escape. All the while, can he keep Dove safe?