The Past Tense

Dr. Mark Sloan's tranquil life takes a dark turn when he stumbles upon a haunting scene-a lifeless woman in a dazzling mermaid costume, washed ashore. With the sun glinting off her scales, the discovery plunges Mark into a web of intrigue and mystery that he never anticipated.

As Mark, a dedicated doctor and amateur sleuth, navigates the complexities surrounding this unusual death, he finds himself entangled with a cast of colorful characters, each holding secrets and shadows of their own. The beach community is buzzing with speculation, and suspicion quickly stretches beyond the sands.

With each clue he uncovers, Mark grapples with the challenge of distinguishing friend from foe. The path to the truth is winding, filled with unexpected twists that keep him on his toes. It's a race against time, as he works to unravel the mystery before another life is claimed.