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The Shattered Alarm

Detective Watts #1

The Hollowed Chisel

Detective Watts #2

A Clever Counterfeit

Detective Watts Short Story (FREE!)

New Puzzles

Puzzle 18: Marie’s Quilt

Puzzle 18: Marie’s Quilt

Hello, and happy April! I decided not to post this yesterday, seeing as it was April Fool's Day. Nevertheless, I don't intend to trick you in today's puzzle; with a sound mind and a firm resolve, I'm sure you can figure out the solution. Let's get right into it, then!...

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Puzzle 17: Enzo’s Dominoes

Puzzle 17: Enzo’s Dominoes

Hey there! I hope your day, week, year, etc. is going well, and I'm happy to see you back for another puzzle. If you ever have questions about a puzzle's rules or solution, by the way, please reach out to me on my Contact page; I also accept suggestions for new puzzle...

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Puzzle 16: Vera’s Chessboard

Puzzle 16: Vera’s Chessboard

Welcome back to another month of puzzling! If you haven't already seen it, the second book in the Detective Watts series is now available for your reading pleasure (by the way, it properly introduces the character featured in this month's entry). Check it out if...

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About Me

Hey! My name is Joe Turcotte, and I’m a Virginia-based author who writes detective mystery novels. I welcome you to read more at Detective Watts (Series) about my authorship journey and writing style. I also have a Contact form where you can reach out for personal and business inquiries.

Outside of writing, I love painting and birdwatching at various nature preserves. I also enjoy traveling solo, although I have a growing backlog of places I’d like to visit. Thanks for visiting my website!

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