In desperation to evade the unwanted attention, they end up digging deeper into underhand affairs. They know too much to live an unconcerned life now, but too little to draw a clear conclusion. Unwillingly, they were gambling against the odds only to get caught in the fire of conspiracy.
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Daneen Tabreez, a girl neglected by her own father, a loner but an overly courageous person visit a remote village for medical camp where she meet Shan Jamali, a young educated lad, caring but cautious by nature. When situation compelled them into an unexpected alliance, their companionship began to grow into something meaningful.
Bottling up the storm of feelings became even more impossible when they're left with no choice but to face and fight the unknown together. For Daneen, a week long camp turned her life upside down as she came across the fact that her presence there isn't a mere coincidence. Obliviously, she has walked into dangerous arrangement and now, everyone she care for is part of this menacing game.
[DISCLAIMERS]
✓ Cover and descriptive images at the commence of each chapter are not mine. Credit goes to the rightful owner.
✓ This is a dual-POV story in the voices of Shan Jamali and Daneen Tabreez.
[ACHIEVEMENTS]
✓ACE Awards Supreme 2020 - 3rd place (Mystery/Thriller category)
[WARNING]
✓Mature content, strong language and violent scenarios.
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.