Meet Sameera, a fearless and tenacious private investigator with a curious twist to her own past.
When the echoes of a long-forgotten communal riot that shook India 25 years ago begin to resurface, the present beckons Sameera with an intriguing proposition. A mysterious client, seeking to shed light on the truth behind the haunting events of that fateful time, hires her to write a book about the grim events that transpired during the riot. For Sameera, this task is not just another case; it is an enigmatic journey into her own family's past.
You see, Sameera carries a secret that has shaped her life. She is the granddaughter of one of the accused in that riot. While she has spent her life distancing herself from her family's controversial legacy, destiny has now brought her face-to-face with it once more.
Scars of the riot run deep within the hearts of those who lived through it, as she unearths long-buried memories she finds herself confronting not only the dark history of her family but also the collective pain of an entire community.
In her pursuit of the truth, Sameera comes across some political agendas, and moral dilemmas that come with unraveling a truth that some may wish to keep buried forever.
As she finds her way through this compelling tale, Sameera discovers that past is not a mere recollection of previous events, but an intricate tapestry that influences the present and shapes the future.
Will she have the courage to confront the truth, even if it means unraveling the very fabric of her family's history?
Join Sameera as she unravels the mystery of the communal riot uncovering the hidden tales of a dark past. The lines between right and wrong, truth and deception, justice and vengeance blur, makes us think about the complexities of human nature in an ever-changing world.
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.