~~ Passionate about mysteries, Emily Brown has a knack for puzzles.
When her friend, Mary Rosa, is tragically found dead in her apartment, Emily already knows there are secrets behind it. But it's not until the cause is labeled as a suicide, that she decides to investigate with the help of her coworker Aiden.
Not only driven by revenge, but by curiosity, she will unravel secrets never meant to be found, as well as well-hidden truths and devastating lies.
To her, this is practically the end, but she will soon learn that it is only the beginning. ~~
A crime novel with a little romance and lots of suspense.
Inspired by real events.
• Start: August 1st, 2022
The plot and characters belong to me.
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.