Revision History
This novel is still work in progress. After chapters appear, they generally undergo slight modification. Perhaps in response to feedback (very much appreciated!), or changes of heart, or to repair plot conflicts. Minor fixes are not noted here.
And to avoid this revision history becoming overburdened, it has been granted a new beginning. Modifications posted before June 6, 2026 have been removed.
As before, only significant updates are summarized.
Chapters 1-11 were originally posted between July 23, 2025 and June 6 2026
June 24 and August 25, 2026. Revisions to Chapter 2, most notably the addition of a new character: Daniel Martinez, a reporter based in San Diego, who reveals details surrounding Standish's murder.
StaySmarts are introduced.
June 26, 2026. Revisions to Chapter 5 - mainly character polishing. And some Nobelitis is added.
July 24 and August 27, 2026. Chapter 3 extensively revised, with new plot points.
August 5, 2026. Chapter 10 revised, to include details of Chuck Standish's style of lab leadership.
August 25, 2026. Chapter 1: a more detailed and (hopefully) better illuminated backstory for Lydia.
September 7, 2026. Original Chapter 11 renumbered to 12, in preparation for a new Chapter 11 to be posted in October.
October 15, 2026. An invitation to a murder is added at the beginning of Chapter 7.