Continuing on my last post for teaser content from Bygones, which is due out on September 5, 2022:
6. It’s hot in Palm Springs.
I mean, no kidding, right? But it’s something that Vasily has forgotten given his near two-decades living in the more temperate climate of Maine — though experiencing it again while tracking down a lead for the case may have contributed to his new hairstyle.
7. It does rain in Southern California. Sometimes quite a bit.
I rather shamelessly use this joke later in Duality, but an excess of precipitation figures rather prominently in Bygones. It truly pained me to damage Vasily’s favorite running trail in Rancho Linda.
8. Yes, Olive Garden is still a favorite.
Vasily can’t seem to get enough of their lasagna and breadsticks. Who can blame him? Fortunately, Alejandro appears to also be a fan.
9. There’s Gnome place like home.
I can see you groaning but I couldn’t resist, especially when Vasily happens upon a yard full of the little critters.
10. Vas discovers telenovelas.
Although his watch list is already full to overflowing with science fiction and anime shows, he has Alejandro to thank for getting him hooked on soap operas. Watching them while eating dinner together is but one small part of the new domestic bliss Vas is enjoying with Alex — that, and the amazing talents in the kitchen his soulmate has.
Okay! We’re getting closer! More tidbits in my next installment.