After being the only survivor during a family massacre, 17 year old Alex Foster tries to adapt to a new home, new family, new life. But the past just can't seem to get away from him, as one day he receives a note, one that would change his live forever. If what was said in the note were true, it would be the first lead in months, and he could finally bring justice. But the deeper he goes, the more dangerous it gets, until it's life or death, Alex will do anything to find the truth, even if it means sacrificing the ones he loves the most...
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.