As I sense something closing in, I break into a frantic sprint. My vision blurs, my chest tightens, and every breath burns. I can't stop; pure terror propels me forward. Whatever is hunting me is getting closer, but I can't see it. My lungs scream for air, and my legs turn to lead. Stumbling, my vision slowly darkens. Just as I think I can't go on, I see a version of myself ahead, stumbling in the pitch darkness, reaching out for help. I try to move, to help, but I'm paralyzed. Suddenly, a sharp, excruciating pain pierces my flesh. I feel it too and hear my own voice cry out, 'It's painful... HELP ME!' I watch in horror as the other me's eyes bleed. Gasping in terror, I close my eyes tightly, consumed by fear.
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.