Ashwood City: a metropolis of luxury and extravagance, where wealth and power reign supreme. Majestic skyscrapers pierce the sky, their facades glinting with gold and glass, while grand boulevards weave through the city like veins on a map of prosperity.
Manicured lawns and gardens bursting with vibrant flora surround grand estates, their ornate gates and fences a testament to the treasures within. The air is alive with the hum of luxury cars and the soft chatter of the elite, as they sip champagne and savor the finest cuisine in the most exclusive restaurants.
In the heart of the city, the prestigious Diamond District dazzles with its array of high-end boutiques and jewelers, showcasing the rarest gems and most exquisite designs. The Ashwood Tower, a majestic skyscraper of sleek steel and crystal, stands sentinel over the city, its rooftop terrace hosting the most coveted parties and events.
Yet, amidst the splendor, whispers of corruption and greed linger in the shadows, waiting to be uncovered. In Ashwood City, the pursuit of wealth and status comes at a steep price, and the line between luxury and decadence is often blurred.
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.