In a world on the brink of chaos, two unlikely heroes emerge. A selfless young man, driven by a thirst for justice, and a spirited girl, the voice of reason amidst disbelief and faith. Their paths converge in a time of unprecedented challenges: political collapse, unpredictable weather, and a mysterious drought that plagues the land. Together, they embark on a journey to restore balance, facing battles both internal and external. With the weight of the world on their shoulders, they must confront fear, madness, and the unknown, uniting their unique strengths to bring hope to a world drowning in uncertainty.
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.