Michael T. Ringer

"Sam and Joe" tells the story of an abusive relationship that refuses to end. Eventually, they do find the strength to separate and Sam is given the perfect opportunity to start again with her boss, Eric. But ultimately, her deep feelings for Joe and his efforts to win her back succeed. Soon the violent, alcohol ridden pattern of their love re-emerges and as is so often the case, the story ends tragically.

A group of rich women gather for a night of sex, fun and games. Meanwhile a detective and ex-reporter investigate the games to find out what's going on and stumble into a murder plot.