An author is in the cusp of a writer's block... his worst yet... With no emotional stamina, he Finds himself spiraling into addiction. His tools- alcohol and an abnormally aggressive, shape shifting doll- are ineffective. He is uninspired, and spirits are flying everywhere in his home, some that he had already casted out weeks prior. Tired and worn out, he looks to the aid of unusual help to find the missing pieces to his story, one that he feels will give him proper meaning to his life, and perhaps the spirits will drive themselves away; this after many attempts. He must, however, dig deep within himself to uncover the deeper issues in his strife, as he crosses through valleys and trains, fights against spirits and uncover hidden deals, all just to meet a deadline!
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.