Miguel and Janet have shared six blissful months together, each moment deepening their bond. As their half-year anniversary approaches, Miguel plans an unforgettable proposal, confident that Janet is the one he wants to spend the rest of his life with. However, his romantic gesture takes a harrowing turn when he arrives at the address Janet provided, only to discover that no one by her name lives there.
Confused and heartbroken, Miguel learns that the only Janet who ever lived there was a young girl who tragically died ten years ago, a victim of a heinous crime. As Miguel delves into this unsettling mystery, he embarks on a journey filled with shocking revelations and emotional turmoil.
Determined to uncover the truth, Miguel pieces together Janet's fragmented past, leading him to a haunting realization about the woman he loves. "Whispers of a Lost Past" is a gripping tale of love, loss, and the quest for truth, exploring the depths of human connection and the shadows of hidden trauma. As Miguel navigates this labyrinth of secrets, he must confront the ultimate question: can love survive the weight of untold truths?
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.