This is a version of the "Sherlock Holmes" series of novels by Arthur Conan Doyle. It is based off his books AND the BBC television show Sherlock. This is not a fan fiction of the show, however the idea was based off it, along with the books. It takes place in today's time:
Helena Watson has a pair of missing parents. With the help of Sherlock Holmes, her lifetime idol, who has mysteriously come back from the dead, Watson battles through mystery, breakups, and true love. Are her parents even still alive? Is it possible that her old love life could act up again? And most importantly, who is behind the massive restoration of the worlds greatest detective, Sherlock Holmes? Want to find out? Read this short story by wannabe author, Eva Dale.
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.