The Chemist - Based on a True Story
by Chris Blewitt
34 pages· 2011
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"Prohibition may seem like an unlikely catalyst for a work of suspense fiction, but Chris Blewitt makes it work--flawlessly. From the exciting opening chase scene down city streets, to the ending's shocking revelation, The Chemist is a terrific work of historical short fiction guaranteed to make you want to finish it in one sitting." -- Michael Robertson, author of Regret (writing as Dan Dawkins)
Charlie White leads a simple life in 1920's Philadelphia as a chemist at the Dupont Corporation. One day, as he's walking home from work, he is approached by two men and is forced into the world of bootlegging, corruption and murder. When tragedy strikes, Charlie must decide whether to continue his double-life or tell the world his story before it's too late. The Chemist is based on a true story during Prohibition.
Short Story - 7500 words/35 pages
Interview with Anne Helmenstine - PhD from chemistry.about.com follows the story.
Charlie White leads a simple life in 1920's Philadelphia as a chemist at the Dupont Corporation. One day, as he's walking home from work, he is approached by two men and is forced into the world of bootlegging, corruption and murder. When tragedy strikes, Charlie must decide whether to continue his double-life or tell the world his story before it's too late. The Chemist is based on a true story during Prohibition.
Short Story - 7500 words/35 pages
Interview with Anne Helmenstine - PhD from chemistry.about.com follows the story.
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