"Shadows' Resurgence" is a gripping tale of mystery, betrayal, and redemption set in the enigmatic town of Ravenwood. In the aftermath of a young girl's disappearance, Detective Ethan Blackwood returns to uncover the truth buried beneath layers of deception and darkness.
Ravenwood, with its mist-shrouded streets and whispered secrets, serves as the perfect backdrop for a story where nothing is as it seems. As Detective Blackwood delves deeper into the town's troubled past, he finds himself ensnared in a web of lies spun by those he once trusted.
Amidst the lingering silence of Ravenwood, Detective Blackwood forms an unlikely alliance with Sarah Montgomery, a recluse haunted by her own demons. Together, they navigate the treacherous waters of betrayal and deceit, determined to uncover the truth at any cost.
But as they unravel the threads of Aurora's disappearance, they unearth forgotten tragedies and buried secrets that threaten to tear Ravenwood apart. With each revelation, they draw closer to the heart of darkness that has plagued the town for generations.
"Shadows' Resurgence" is a tale of redemption forged in the crucible of despair, where the echoes of the past reverberate through the present, and the shadows of the forgotten rise once more. It is a story that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page, where the truth finally emerges from the depths of Ravenwood's darkest secrets.
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.