Step into the shadowy world of the Noir family, where ancient alchemy entwines with modern science, and eternal love defies the very fabric of nature. At the center of this haunting tale are the twins, Lucian and Lumina Noir - beings suspended between life and death, bound by a millennia-old promise that refuses to fade.
Family bond is challenged by the unknown, caused by the consequences of playing God.
'Noir' is a mesmerizing story of love, loss, and the perilous beauty of defying the natural order. It challenges the understanding of good and evil, leaving the questions about the very essence of humanity.
Cover art by @drawnkean (me)
CW: Dark theme, morale ambiguity
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.