Leon Reyes, young adult writer in NYC, has recently become a famous author, when his debut novel, Clawing at the Silk, hit the New York Best Seller's list. With money from his book sales and what he makes writing for a popular men's magazine, he’s been able to upgrade to a more lavish lifestyle that has always been his dream. But with the fame comes a responsibility to hold a standard for not only himself, but his peers, and the people who think they know what’s best for him. In the midst of his transition into his new life, he’s approached by Dr. Mirage James, social psychologist, who’s conducting a study, that involves her not only interviewing him one-on-one, but living with him to conduct intensive observation. Despite the insanity of her request, he accepts. Who Do You Think You Are? follows Leon's journey as this woman and his peers challenge his thoughts about who he is and what he stands for, especially when the secrets of Mirage's past come to the surface.
A criminal mastermind makes a bold move against a wealthy client to put himself in a position to retire in comfort. He has no idea what he's up against when a young widow, desperate to make ends meet, sets her eyes on earning the bounty set on his head.
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Newly widowed housewife Melody Scott needs to earn some major cash, fast. When her bright and busy children learn that a priceless ruby bracelet has been stolen and a six-figure reward is being offered, they convince her to try to do what the police, museum security, and the best private investigators have failed to do. Working against them is a notorious thief who has met people from around the world, but who has never once encountered a woman like Melody Scott. When the sweet innocence of the Scott family clashes against criminal forces more dangerous than they ever imagined, Melody is all too aware that a mom's got to do what a mom's got to do to protect her family.
The Widow, Melody Scott is a 2021 Watty Award Winner!
Content Warning: This story does contain depictions of stalking behavior.