Lt. Joséphine Brookes and Detective Penelope Washington were just two strangers at the New York City Police Department. They hardly knew one another, and the only thing they had in common, was their passion for solving cases. One day, they're put on a case together by Chief Anderson, their boss. They aren't too thrilled about working together. But over time, their trust towards one another grows, soon creating a bond that could never be broken. Joséphine's boyfriend, on the other hand, isn't fond of her so-called partner. He decides to take matters into his own hands one night, causing things to grow tense in the heart of the city. Penelope is running out of time and Joséphine fears for her life. You will get to see where their story starts and where it ends.
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.