In the shadowy depths of Lübeck, Germany, 1989, Dr. Heinrich Keller finds himself ensnared in a chilling mystery. As autumn winds howl through the ancient cobblestone streets, Keller is drawn to the eerie quiet of St. Marien Hospital. Here, a young boy lies in an inexplicable coma, his mind teeming with strange, uncharted activity. With no identity or family, the boy's presence seems to disturb the very fabric of reality, as supernatural disturbances plague the hospital. When Keller uncovers cryptic documents hinting at a dark, awakening force, he is confronted by a menacing figure emerging from the shadows. In a night of terror, Keller must unravel the mystery before it's too late. But as ominous warnings and malevolent forces converge, he realizes he's delving into a realm far beyond his understanding.
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.