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The Forgotten Photograph Shaina Tranquilino September 3, 2024

The small, cluttered studio had the scent of chemicals and dust, a familiar blend that clung to the air as Cole Huber worked in the darkroom. The soft red light bathed the space in an eerie glow, casting long shadows as he meticulously developed a roll of film he’d discovered in an old, boxy camera.

The camera had been a forgotten relic from an estate sale, a clunky thing of metal and leather that caught Cole 's eye. It was the kind of piece that hinted at history, at stories long past, and he couldn’t resist adding it to his collection. The roll of film inside was a surprise, a forgotten memory waiting to be unveiled. Curiosity pushed him to develop it, to see what secrets the film held.

As the images began to take shape in the developing tray, Cole's casual interest turned to confusion, and then to a creeping unease. The photographs were clear, well-composed, capturing a sequence of events that seemed almost surreal. They showed an old house, nestled deep within a dense forest, the kind of place where silence hung heavy and time seemed to stand still. The house was unfamiliar, yet something about it tugged at the edges of his memory, a vague sensation that he should know it.

The first few images were unremarkable—shots of the house’s exterior, a wide front porch, a cracked windowpane. But as the sequence continued, the tone of the photographs shifted. The next image was of a woman, standing in the doorway, her face half-hidden in shadow. Her expression was unreadable, her eyes dark pools that seemed to stare directly into the camera—directly at him.

Cole frowned, peering closer at the developing image. The woman’s face was hauntingly familiar, yet he couldn’t place her. She seemed out of time, her clothes vintage, her hair pinned up in a style that belonged to another era.

He moved on to the next photograph, and his heart skipped a beat. The woman was now standing in the middle of a room—an old parlor, perhaps—holding something in her hands. It was the same camera that Cole had bought, the one he now held in his hands. The realization sent a chill down his spine. How could this be? He stared at the image, trying to make sense of it, but there was no explanation that came to mind.

The subsequent images grew stranger. In one, the woman appeared to be speaking to someone just out of frame, her face twisted in a look of anguish. Another showed a figure—a man, his features blurred and indistinct, like a shadow—standing in the corner of the room, watching her.

The final photograph made Cole's breath catch in his throat. The woman was lying on the floor, the camera still clutched in her hands, her eyes wide open and staring, but lifeless. The shadowy figure loomed over her, its form now clearer but still impossible to fully discern. The image was grainy, as if time itself had frayed the edges, but the horror it captured was palpable.

Cole stumbled back from the developing tray, his mind reeling. This wasn’t possible. He had never taken these photographs, never been to the house in the images, and yet… they were undeniably real. He could feel the weight of the camera in his hands, its leather strap cool against his skin, the very same camera from the photographs.

His thoughts spiraled as he tried to comprehend what he had seen. The woman, the house, the shadowy figure—they were all fragments of a nightmare he had never had, yet one that seemed deeply familiar. He felt an inexplicable connection to the events, as if he had been there, as if he had witnessed it all… but had somehow forgotten.

A sudden, sharp knock on the studio door jolted him from his thoughts. Cole turned, his heart pounding, but the knock was not repeated. The silence in the studio was deafening, pressing in on him from all sides. He hesitated, then moved towards the door, his steps slow, as if he were moving through water. His hand trembled as he reached for the doorknob, but when he opened it, the hallway outside was empty.

His eyes darted around, searching for any sign of movement, but there was nothing. Just the empty, dimly lit corridor.

He closed the door, his breath unsteady, and turned back to the darkroom. The photographs were still there, hanging to dry, each one a piece of a puzzle he couldn’t solve. The woman’s lifeless eyes seemed to follow him, accusing, pleading.

Cole knew he needed answers. He grabbed the camera, turning it over in his hands, searching for some clue. There was an engraving on the bottom, worn and nearly illegible, but as he tilted it towards the light, the words became clear: "Property of C. Huber."

His own name.

The world seemed to tilt, his vision narrowing as a rush of memories flooded his mind. The house, the woman, the shadowy figure… he had been there. He had taken those photographs. But the memory was fragmented, like a dream slipping away upon waking. He remembered the woman’s name—Lynne. His wife. His heart ached with a pain that felt both ancient and fresh, a wound reopened after years of being buried.

But the shadow, the figure in the photographs… that was the part that didn’t make sense. He couldn’t remember its face, couldn’t remember what it was. But he knew it was important, knew that it was the key to everything.

The camera felt heavy in his hands, and as he looked at it, he felt a pull, a compulsion to return to that house, to find it again. It was as if the camera itself was guiding him, urging him to uncover the truth.

With a final glance at the photographs, Cole made his decision. He packed his bag, the camera carefully placed inside, and left the studio. The answers were out there, waiting in the shadows of his forgotten past. And he would find them, no matter the cost.

As he stepped out into the night, the wind whispered through the trees, carrying with it the echoes of a forgotten photograph—a moment in time that was never meant to be remembered, yet demanded to be uncovered.

[drfloundus]

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"Dune House" by Eunice Mays Boyd with Elizabeth Reed Aden - Book Review @levelbestbooks #VintageMystery #DuneHouse #BookReview #HistoricalMystery

It has been some time since I’ve read vintage mystery fiction. “Dune House” reacquainted me with it, while reminding me of some of the great writers of times past. Lark Williams was a young, fairly naive woman in her twenties. She works as a stenographer in a San Francisco law firm in the late 1940s. She is ‘secretly’ married to one of the firms head lawyers. Secretly, because he is paying…

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4k Byomkesh Bakshi | Byomkesh Bakshi Episode 16 - Vansh Ka Khoon | ब्योम...

Byomkesh Bakshi Episode 16 - Vansh Ka Khoon - DD National Byomkesh Bakshi is a fictional detective character created by the renowned Bengali writer Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay. The character first appeared in the story "Satyanweshi" (The Truth-seeker), which was published in 1932. Byomkesh Bakshi is a brilliant and observant private investigator who uses his intellect and deductive skills to solve crimes. Key features of Byomkesh Bakshi: Background: Byomkesh Bakshi is a middle-class Bengali man who left his studies at the university to pursue a career in investigation. His keen powers of observation and logical reasoning make him a formidable detective. Your Queries : - Byomkesh bakshi 4k Byomkesh bakshi Ep 15 Byomkesh Bakshi Episode 15 - Aag aur Patanga - DD National Byomkesh Bakshi is a fictional detective character created by the renowned Bengali writer Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay. The character first appeared in the story "Satyanweshi" (The Truth-seeker), which was published in 1932. Byomkesh Bakshi is a brilliant and observant private investigator who uses his intellect and deductive skills to solve crimes. Key features of Byomkesh Bakshi: Background: Byomkesh Bakshi is a middle-class Bengali man who left his studies at the university to pursue a career in investigation. His keen powers of observation and logical reasoning make him a formidable detective. Your Queries : - Byomkesh bakshi 4k Byomkesh bakshi Ep 16 Byomkesh bakshi serial Detective Byomkesh Bakshi 4k ब्योमकेश बक्शी Byomkesh bakshi episode 16 4k Byomkesh Bakshi Byomkesh Bakshi Episode 16 Byomkesh Bakshi Episode 16 - Vansh Ka Khoon, Byomkesh Bakshi Episode 16, Vansh Ka Khoon, Episode 16  - Vansh Ka Khoon Assistant: Byomkesh is often accompanied by his friend and chronicler, Ajit Bandyopadhyay. Ajit is the narrator of most of the stories and plays a crucial role in helping Byomkesh solve cases. Setting: The stories are primarily set in Kolkata (Calcutta) during the British Raj. Byomkesh encounters a variety of cases, ranging from murder mysteries to thefts, and deals with a diverse cast of characters. Approach: Byomkesh Bakshi is known for his rational and scientific approach to solving crimes. He relies on logical deduction and careful observation rather than relying on coincidence or intuition. Adaptations: Byomkesh Bakshi has been adapted into various forms of media, including television, radio, and film. Perhaps the most well-known adaptation is the television series "Byomkesh Bakshi," which aired in the 1990s and featured Rajit Kapur in the lead role. Legacy: Byomkesh Bakshi remains one of the most beloved and enduring fictional detectives in Bengali literature. The character's popularity has led to numerous adaptations and continues to captivate audiences. Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay wrote a total of 32 Byomkesh Bakshi stories, and they are still widely read and appreciated by fans of detective fiction. The stories are known for their engaging plots, well-crafted characters, and the atmospheric depiction of pre-independence Kolkata. #classicdetective                 #VintageCrime #SleuthStories #LiteraryDetective #crimefiction                   #whodunit                   #indiandetective                   #BookDetective #mysteryseries                   #VintageMysteries #bengalibooksummary                 #detectiveadventures               #crimesolvers                 #literarymysteries                 #DetectiveLiterature

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This week is seriously kicking my butt. Nothing is going as planned, and I’ve forgotten to do about 100 things already 😅 Oh and Thanksgiving is next week! Where did this month go?! . 🔍 . Happy book birthday to CITY OF SECRETS by Victoria Thompson 🎉🎈 I just learned about this series and it immediately went on my tbr list. What could be more interesting than a con woman living in the 1920s?! . 🔍 . 💬 Have you read the first book in this series, City of Lies? . 🔍 . Summary: . Con artist Elizabeth Miles has determined that Society is the biggest con of all. So far, Elizabeth’s only real social success has been with Priscilla Knight. Priscilla is a dedicated suffragist who was recently widowed for the second time in her young life. Her beloved first husband, DeForrest Jenks, died in a tragic accident and left her with two young daughters and a comfortable fortune. Soon after his death, her pastor convinced her she needed a man to look after her. Before she knew it, he had engineered a whirlwind courtship and hasty marriage to fellow parishioner Endicott Knight. Less than nine months later, Endicott is also dead in a somewhat less tragic and even more suspicious accident. Priscilla confides to Elizabeth that she had understood Endicott was wealthy in his own right, and she had brought a sizeable fortune to the marriage as well. Now her banker is telling her she has hardly any money left and that her house has been mortgaged. The banker has hinted at a scandal that could damage the family’s reputation and her daughters’ future prospects. Fearing destructive gossip, Priscilla doesn’t know whom to trust. Elizabeth discovers some unsavory evidence that seems to point to the possibility that Endicott’s death may have been connected to blackmail. To save her new friend’s future, Elizabeth must use her special set of skills to find the truth. . #prhpartner #cityofsecrets #victoriathompson #berkleybooks #1920s #historicalmystery #jennblogsbooks #vintagemystery #conwoman #readersofinsta #booksbooksbooks #becauseofreading #booksofinstagram #bookbeau https://www.instagram.com/p/BqJKbArl9Ox/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1pb6y630iuxbm

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Need a good laugh today? Found these crazy burlap and lace undies in amongst a large lot of other items I bought at a sale. The kicker is the hand written note pinned to them that reads "Your secret pal would like you to model these this evening - so I can see if they fit - I made them and wasn't sure of your size." I would LOVE to know the rest of this story...I think😂😂😂. #sweetgingervintage #vintagemystery #thingsthatmakeyougohmm #pranks #secretsanta #sugarandspice #withfriendslikethesewhoneedsenemies (at Sweet Ginger Vintage)

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Do you live for vintage, pulps, or mystery? This Dime Detective pulp magazine cover from the 1940's makes a fun vintage inspired compact shoulder bag! This little purse measures 6.5"w x 7.25"h x 2.5"d black satin shoulder bag and a sturdy adjustable woven nylon strap that you can wear over one shoulder or across your body. The flap is 7.375" x 8.75"” this really gets attention! We'll make you one, the link to our shop is in our profile. #pulpfiction #pulpmagazine #vintagepulp #vintagefashion #nofilter #love #girl #skullart #amazing #instagood #noir #vintagemystery #mystery #detectivenoir

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4k Byomkesh Bakshi | Byomkesh Bakshi Episode 15 A - Aag aur Patanga | ब्...

Byomkesh Bakshi Episode 15 - Aag aur Patanga - DD National Byomkesh Bakshi is a fictional detective character created by the renowned Bengali writer Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay. The character first appeared in the story "Satyanweshi" (The Truth-seeker), which was published in 1932. Byomkesh Bakshi is a brilliant and observant private investigator who uses his intellect and deductive skills to solve crimes. Key features of Byomkesh Bakshi: Background: Byomkesh Bakshi is a middle-class Bengali man who left his studies at the university to pursue a career in investigation. His keen powers of observation and logical reasoning make him a formidable detective. Your Queries : - Byomkesh bakshi 4k Byomkesh bakshi Ep 15 Byomkesh bakshi serial Detective Byomkesh Bakshi 4k ब्योमकेश बक्शी Byomkesh bakshi episode 15 4k Byomkesh Bakshi Byomkesh Bakshi Episode 15 Byomkesh Bakshi Episode 15 - Aag aur Patanga, Byomkesh Bakshi Episode 15, Aag aur Patanga, Episode 15  - Aag aur Patanga Assistant: Byomkesh is often accompanied by his friend and chronicler, Ajit Bandyopadhyay. Ajit is the narrator of most of the stories and plays a crucial role in helping Byomkesh solve cases. Setting: The stories are primarily set in Kolkata (Calcutta) during the British Raj. Byomkesh encounters a variety of cases, ranging from murder mysteries to thefts, and deals with a diverse cast of characters. Approach: Byomkesh Bakshi is known for his rational and scientific approach to solving crimes. He relies on logical deduction and careful observation rather than relying on coincidence or intuition. Adaptations: Byomkesh Bakshi has been adapted into various forms of media, including television, radio, and film. Perhaps the most well-known adaptation is the television series "Byomkesh Bakshi," which aired in the 1990s and featured Rajit Kapur in the lead role. Legacy: Byomkesh Bakshi remains one of the most beloved and enduring fictional detectives in Bengali literature. The character's popularity has led to numerous adaptations and continues to captivate audiences. Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay wrote a total of 32 Byomkesh Bakshi stories, and they are still widely read and appreciated by fans of detective fiction. The stories are known for their engaging plots, well-crafted characters, and the atmospheric depiction of pre-independence Kolkata. #classicdetective               #VintageCrime #SleuthStories #LiteraryDetective #crimefiction                 #whodunit               #indiandetective               #BookDetective #mysteryseries                 #VintageMysteries #bengalibooksummary               #detectiveadventures               #crimesolvers               #literarymysteries               #DetectiveLiterature

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