Veronica

Introduction

A quiet walk along the water's edge at the beach after a storm can at times act as a cleansing agent to Ron Bennett, a freelance reporter for the Evening Bulletin, a Philadelphia newspaper.

His stories at times are mired in tragedy and corruption that make this 60 mile trip from the city a necessity.

The Discovery

The discovery of a human arm protruding from a sand dune on Long Beach Island, New Jersey, will alter his life.

Meeting Veronica

Seeking a telephone to summon authorities, he meets Veronica, a woman standing on the walkway looking out at the ocean.

His opinion of her extravagant beachfront home, encroaching on his quiet place, is one of the changes on the island he didn't care for.

Developing Relationship

The chance meeting on several trips to the shore begins an interest in a relationship he desires, and he believes the feelings are mutual.

The innuendos about an abusive husband Joel create a stronger desire to get her to come to her senses and leave him.

Conflict and Tension

After seeing marks on her neck as if she was being strangled, his frustration becomes a compulsive effort to convince her every time they meet to leave her husband.

He gets caught up in a situation that would make the worst story he covered pale by comparison.