In a heart-wrenching tale of loss and desperation, two long-lost brothers, Souka and Ryo, are unexpectedly reunited under tragic circumstances. Ryo, battling terminal cancer and overwhelmed by the grim reality of his limited time left, makes the devastating choice to end his own life. Meanwhile, Souka, who had been tirelessly searching for his brother, finally locates Ryo just as he receives the devastating news of Ryo's suicide attempt. Unable to accept his brother's fate, Souka strikes a chilling deal with the devil to grant Ryo a second chance at life. As the shocking truth unravels, the impact of their choices reverberates through the siblings' lives, leaving them forever changed.
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.