The Spark: From Digital Forensics to Fictional Crime

Every story has a beginning, and for me, the initial flicker of inspiration for my upcoming novel came from a place I know intimately: the often-hidden world of digital and mobile investigations.

As a digital investigator, I've spent years sifting through the digital footprints people leave behind – the whispers in data, the echoes in deleted files, the silent stories told by cell phone towers. It's a field brimming with complex cases, high stakes, and the constant dance between cutting-edge technology and human behavior. While my day job focuses on uncovering facts, my mind has always been fascinated by the what ifs that lurk beneath the surface.

The "aha!" moment didn't arrive with a sudden flash, but rather evolved from countless hours immersed in the intricacies of digital evidence. I found myself pondering the ethical dilemmas, the psychological toll on investigators, and the sheer power of information in the wrong hands. What if a case wasn't just about finding the data, but about understanding the very human motivations behind its creation or destruction? What if the tools I use every day to solve real-world puzzles could be woven into a gripping narrative that explores the darker side of our digital existence?

This curiosity, born from my daily work, became the bedrock for my story. It’s about more than just technology; it’s about the human element intertwined with every byte of data, every ping of a cell tower, and every hidden file. It's about taking the very real tools and techniques of digital forensics and asking: What happens when those tools are pushed to their limits, or even misused?

So, while the final story is a work of fiction, its very genesis is rooted in the authentic experiences and fascinating challenges I've encountered as a digital and mobile investigator. I'm excited to share more of this journey with you as I bring this world to life on the page.