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LUCY is my ongoing story that I’m writing and releasing in chapters. Enjoy and feel free to reach out to me with feedback.

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SUMMARY:

Lucy appears to be a typical household cat, but behind her feline exterior lies a mind enhanced by a revolutionary neural chip that allows her to navigate the worlds of both humans and animals. As a newly minted agent of the Cat Intelligence Agency (C.I.A.), Lucy leads a hidden life of espionage that stretches far beyond the walls of her home with her master, Tom. Through a mysterious portal hidden in a bathroom mirror, she is pulled into a dark, reimagined Transylvania where historical shadows come to life and a secret war between werewolves and vampires threatens the balance of power. Blending surreal noir elements with a techno-thriller edge, the story follows Lucy as she balances her domestic loyalties with a mission that could reshape the course of a hidden history.

  • LUCY – Chapter 1
    I: The Neural Enhancement and the Portal Hi. My name is Lucy. I am Tom’s cat—and no, I am not a “tomcat,” that’s gross! Tom is my master, and I generally do what he… Read more: LUCY – Chapter 1
  • LUCY – Chapter 2
    II: C.I.A. Training and the First Mission I decided not to tell Desi about Hitler. I don’t like keeping secrets, but he hasn’t been programmed and likely doesn’t even know who Hitler is. It… Read more: LUCY – Chapter 2
  • LUCY – Chapter 3
    III: The Investigation of Hitler’s Castle “How’s the packing going, Lucy?” Tom asked. “Good, Tom,” I said. “My butt-pack is almost full. I just hope everything makes it through the transformer. I’ve never tried… Read more: LUCY – Chapter 3
  • LUCY – Chapter 4
    IV: The Dinner Party and the Nazi Secrets “I was beginning to worry about you, Lucy,” Tom said when we reunited. “Whitey showed me the Eagle’s Nest—the highest place in the castle,” I explained.… Read more: LUCY – Chapter 4
  • LUCY – Chapter 5
    V: The Whitey Night Party and Hitler’s Speech “Lucy!” Whitey called out. “What, Whitey? Why are you so excited?” I asked. “Lucy, Friday night is ‘Whitey Night’ in the castle!” she exclaimed. “Really? What… Read more: LUCY – Chapter 5
  • LUCY – Chapter 6
    VI: The Mouse Hunt and the Tragedy of Panzer I was very nervous translating for all those cats. I didn’t notice any boy cats and got the impression that all the girl cats were… Read more: LUCY – Chapter 6
  • LUCY – Chapter 7
    VII: The Werewolf Rage and the Dark Secrets of the Kitchen “Lucy,” Whitey called out. “Have you met Panther yet?”. “No,” I said. “I saw her talking to Panzer”. “She is Panzer’s twin sister,”… Read more: LUCY – Chapter 7
  • LUCY – Chapter 8
    VIII: Christmas in Transylvania and Desi’s Injury “So Whitey,” I asked, “how is Christmas in the Hitler household?” “We have a good Christmas,” Whitey replied. “This will be my third. He seems to really… Read more: LUCY – Chapter 8
  • LUCY – Chapter 9
    IX: The Final Mission and the Spring Offensive It was nice to be back at C.I.A. Headquarters. “Yes, Lucy, we are so glad to see you,” a C.I.A. handler said. “I thought we should… Read more: LUCY – Chapter 9