Lilias Greyson. A 16 year old rift raft turned delicate swan. Years of bending herself over the toilet with a finger down her throat, and regrets flying through her head finally payed off.Her life couldn't be any better. She has the job of her dreams, performing on the stages of Declan Halls Grand Theatre, every weekend. Nothing could take the happiness out of her life. Aspen Mcgreggory. Known as the Stealer of Happiness. 16, tall, pale, naturally skinny, and rich. Snooty attitude and a burning passion for dance has brought her here. Well technically her parents money has brought her here. Here being Declan Halls Grande Theatre. 16,tall,pale,rich, and now dead. But the show must go on...right? Right.
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.