Mr. Kingston, a man of fewer words than action, had finally been broken.
As more assignments are accepted, he is caught between the hands of grief and professionalism. Tiresome as it is. He fears that once he experiences the morbid side of this world, the ugly truth, he will no longer be the same.
And he was right, but who says he had to go through them alone?
*There may be triggering content included. If you feel uncomfortable or triggered on subjects such as suicide, self-abuse, or suicidal thoughts, please do not proceed, I beg of you.*
*Also slight to medium cursing because our male lead is a pissy bean*
This story is my first attempt at truly trying to write, please forgive my grammar, spelling, and every other error.
Also major plot holes!
And if I have to put a warning that there is hella cute gayness in here than be my guest and fuck off.
The cover is mine.
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.