In the heart-pounding mystery "The Vanishing of Maher", readers are plunged into the enigmatic disappearance of Maher, a renowned reporter whose fearless pursuit of truth centered around debunking myths. Maher vanishes under perplexing circumstances in the obscure village of Gadi Paras, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions and unsettling clues.
Her childhood best friend and steadfast colleague embark on a relentless quest to unravel the mystery, piecing together fragments of evidence that ominously point towards her demise. As they delve deeper into the dark secrets of Gadi Paras, encountering suspicion and resistance at every turn, they confront the chilling possibility that Maher may have met a tragic end.
Yet, amidst the mounting evidence of her supposed death, inexplicable sightings and cryptic messages hint at Maher's survival, casting doubt on the grim conclusions drawn by authorities and media alike. As the search intensifies and tensions escalate, the line between reality and myth blurs, compelling the protagonists to confront their deepest fears and unravel the truth behind Maher's inexplicable disappearance.
"The Vanishing of Maher" is a gripping tale of friendship, loyalty, and the relentless pursuit of truth in the face of darkness, where every clue and twist leads to an electrifying revelation that challenges perceptions and leaves readers questioning the boundaries between fact and fiction.
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.