Love Story, With Murders

This originally appeared at The Irresponsible Reader.
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For me, these things aren't only about finding the killers, but about giving peace to the dead. It's not primarily a question of justice. The dead don't care about that. The murder investigation, arrest and conviction are just part of the funeral rite, the final acts of completion. Gifts I bring the dead in exchange for the peace they bring me.

The peace of the dead, which passeth all understanding.

Talking to the Dead

Some people are better as corpses. They're easier to like.