In a world shrouded by secrets and manipulation, Anastasia Blackwood's life was a carefully constructed façade. Born into a family entangled in a web of darkness, she had always believed that loyalty was the ultimate virtue. But when her brother's tragic death exposed the truth, Anastasia's world shattered.
Haunted by her past, Anastasia embarks on a journey of redemption, determined to expose the puppeteer who had pulled the strings of her family's destiny. Her path collides with Detective Daniel Cole, a relentless seeker of justice who ignites a spark of hope in her heart.
As they navigate a treacherous labyrinth of lies, danger, and forbidden desires, Anastasia and Daniel must confront their own inner demons while unraveling the shadows that threaten to consume them both. In a deadly game of cat and mouse, can they outsmart the master manipulator, or will they become pawns in his sinister plan?
Triggerwarning: Murder, Abuse, Manipulation and Suicide
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.