In the eerie small town of Stone Creek, high school is a battleground where friendships are tested, secrets are buried, and every shadow hides a threat. The story follows a group of high school students-Kitty, Gavin, Dreka, and Felicia-as they navigate the chaos unleashed by a shocking murder that shakes their community.
When Alyssa and Chase are found dead under mysterious and brutal circumstances, the town is plunged into fear and suspicion. The group must confront their own dark secrets and unravel the mystery behind the murders before the killer strikes again. As tensions rise and trust is eroded, they realize that the true danger lies not just in the murders, but in the secrets they keep and the lengths they will go to protect themselves.
In a gripping blend of high school drama, psychological suspense, and horror, Stone Creek delves into the darkness within and the consequences of the secrets people keep.
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.