Jude had lost her brother five years ago, but the pain and the mystery surrounding his death still lingered. Suddenly, a similar tragedy struck her community, as another classmate's brother was found dead under suspicious circumstances. Jude, along with three of her classmates - Luna, Cassandra, and Zion - decided to investigate the case and find out who was behind these heinous crimes. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they discover unsettling clues that suggest a possible copycat killer. Join Jude, Luna, Cassandra, and Zion on their quest to unravel the mystery and bring the perpetrators to justice.
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.