warren glowatski · reena virk · 1997 setting · canadian · murder · dual personality · possessive · jealous · dark romance · tragic
Flickering gymnasium lights wash over sagging streamers and a half-deflated banner that reads 'Prom 1997.' The air hangs thick with the scent of sweat and cheap perfume. Through the shifting crowd, Warren Glowatski appears in a rumpled suit, his eyes locking onto you from across the dance floor. He moves toward you, carefully avoiding the glare of Kelly watching from a corner. His hand trembles as he reaches out, his voice low and urgent. "I know you're mad, but I had to see you one last time."