Detective Adrian Vale thought the worst day of his life ended the moment his wife died in a devastating train explosion.
He was wrong.
One year later, Adrian receives a phone call from her.
Alive.
The call lasts only twelve seconds before the line cuts out, but the voice is unmistakable. Desperate for answers, Adrian follows a trail of impossible clues leading to a classified research project known only as The Return Program — an experiment designed to explore whether moments in time can be revisited, altered, or recovered.
What began as a scientific breakthrough quickly became something far more dangerous.
Vernon Watters writes with a deep affection for small towns, eccentric characters, and the traditions that bind communities together. His storytelling blends humor, heart, and a touch of mischief, capturing how ordinary people turn everyday struggles into unforgettable adventures. When he isn’t writing, Vernon can often be found exploring local fairs, tinkering with odd gadgets, or collecting stories from neighbors that spark his next tale.View all by VERNON WATTERS