This is the second sequel in my HEARTBEAT series, which takes place five days after the events of The Angel Of Mercy. (I highly recommend reading The Awkward Villager and THEN The Angel Of Mercy before reading this.).

This is the revamped sequel to The Awkward Villager. As with the previous fic, characters and their roles have been adjusted. This takes place a week after the events of The Awkward Villager, which I suggest you read first.

See how PC John Stockwell copes with rural policing. See him meet family members new and old, experience heartache and love, and do his best to keep the village of Aidensfield safe from crime. (This is a revamped version of the previously taken-down fic, the reasons being maintenance.).

I'm rewatching Season 6, so these are some musings on what's going on behind what we see on our screens. Nick/Jo.

The immediate aftermath of Helens death, including the funeral, because 12 years later I'm still not over it. This is an earlier piece I wrote but I was never quite happy with it so I've made a few changes and republished it. I absolutely promise this time I will keep writing at I intend to cover the funeral and events right up to Rob leaving for Ireland

What does the Ashfordly Police station, the Aidensfield Arms and Vernon Scripps have in common? This a sequel to "Taking Stock"

Jenny is tired of coming second best to her husband's job and does something about it.

Believing they are responsible for the death of an old woman three local boys run away from home. The village of Aidensfield and the local constabulary turn out to hunt for them but the search takes a sinister turn when PCs Rowan and Bellamy make a routine call on a lonely and desolate farmhouse. *minor revisions 01.01.2016*

Jo and Nick's relationship is tested as he is given a cold reception by her parents. At the same time Nick is struggling to deal with a difficult and emotional case. As he is pushed to the limit Jo realises just how tough and dangerous police work can be. Can their fledgling relationship survive against the odds?

A man from Liverpool ends up dead in the area sparking up a series of events that might turn just as deadly for the police officers in Ashfordly. The stranger isn't as unfamiliar as it first appears and soon Dennis Merton has his hands full to try and sort out everything before it is too late. Will he make it? /As always please let me know what you think ;)

Christmas time in Aidensfield. Snow, smiles and shared secrets.

No matter how much someone tries, can life be what it used to be after so much has changed? A familiar face returns to Ashfordly after many years away.

The story of PC Walker and DS Dawson's previous relationship. Title is bad but was stuck for an idea. Not sure where this story is going, just going with the flow...

Joanna Weston has moved into the village wanting a fresh start. Things get complicated when she finds settling into her teaching post at the village school more difficult than she anticipated and leads her into dispute with PC Nick Rowan - but when her ex-boyfriend refuses to take no for an answer its Nick who has to come to her rescue.

Prequel to Can't Buy Me Love - A different beginning for the Pharmacist and Sergeant.

As requested, a sequel to Can't Buy Me Love- A period of calm before the storm leads Dennis to believe he can relax, but when he does...

As Jenny worries that Dennis doesn't love her, Dennis worries that Jenny has lost interest in him. Perhaps it's time for both to realise that love can be shown in many different ways.

A face from the past threatens to disrupt the life Dennis Merton has made for himself.

Snippets from the life of Jenny and Dennis

Nick's world comes crashing down when his daughter is snatched from her pram outside the Police House. His colleagues rally round in a desperate search to find Katie Rowan. Who could have taken her and why?

Jenny seeks Dennis's forgiveness after her arrest during the protest outside Pinder's quarry. Season 12, episode 21, "Lily of the Valley"

What caused the little smiles between Jenny and Dennis when she came to the station. Season 12, Episode 9, "Many Splendoured Thing"

Dennis was not all that amused by Jenny's flirtation with the new vet, Andrew. Season 12, episode 7 - "Dirty Len"

What made Sergeant Dennis Merton arrive late for duty and in a cheerful mood, during the sheepdog trials at Ashfordly Hall. Season 12, episode 3, "A Dog's Life"

A glimpse into the life of Dennis and Jenny Merton after they left Ashfordly, to seek medical help for Jenny's mental illness.