[Currently being written, revised & edited.]
This is the story of Emmie Casey, who transfers to a prestigious art school in upstate Pennsylvania. Having received many a word of praise, the school is an all-inclusive paradise for teenage artists. Emmie has the time of her life - making new friends, hanging out with the band, and dancing her heart out onstage.
But, behind the golden doors of the academy, the darkest secrets await.
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This story is based around the Obsessed Artist trope, commonly seen in film and books, which is a topic I love writing about.
The Prestige is one of the most complicated stories I've written, and I wanted to make sure that it's as accurate as possible while still delivering a dramatic story for your entertainment. β¨
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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.