Andruw Callahan is a distinguished detective, the best New York City has seen in awhile. Even though he is a distinguished detective, he can have his moments. Druw was suspended indefinitely for beating a child molester essescively. The accused child molester however was a Isearali diplomat with lots of power. The diplomat got away with his crime. Angering Druw, he chased down the diplomat and attacked him as soon as the diplomat was boarding his private plane. Many officers praised him for his bravery, even the captain, Captain Hutchins, praised him for his bravery. But was forced to suspend him anyways. His wife of 12 years soon left him tiring of the bad press on their already strained relationship. Druw took a job at a local coffee shop to pay the excessively high rent while on suspension. But not even a week later, the police force is demanding he return. The city is being probed by an elusive serial killer. The most elusive serial killer NYC has ever seen. The NYPD need his help if they're going to put the killer away....
Following her partner's death, FBI Agent Natalie Caldwell has been demoted in rank. Her partner's death Roy Kline was killed in a shootout involving some of america's most notorious drug smugglers. To make matters worse, the drug dealers managed to escape as Natalie cowered in fear, taking tons of narcotics with them. Her boss was infuriated at her failure. He also learned that Natalie and Roy had had a romantic relationship which was strictly forbidden in FBI. Not wanting to fire one of his best agents, he ordered her out-of-state to the NYPD temporarily. Natalie is less than thrilled after learning she will be working the serial killer case with Druw Callahan....who she thinks is a total ass...
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.