In the heart of London's shadowy streets, Detective Inspector Lina Haines finds herself embroiled in a case that blurs the lines between her professional duties and personal loyalties.
When her husband, Benji Haines, is implicated in a gruesome murder, Lina must navigate the treacherous waters of a high-stakes investigation that threatens to shatter their lives. Amidst mounting evidence, Lina's belief in Benji's innocence is unyielding, but with each twist and turn, the case delves deeper into a labyrinth of crime, revealing sinister undercurrents in their seemingly tranquil life.
As Lina and her team unearth clues that hint at a copycat killer mimicking the infamous Jack the Ripper, the stakes are raised to perilous heights. The city of London, with its dark past and labyrinthine alleys, becomes a character in its own right, setting the stage for a chilling pursuit of justice. Lina's dedication to the badge is tested as never before, pitting her against a cunning adversary whose obsession with historical murders casts a long shadow over Whitechapel.
With time running out and the body count rising, Lina is drawn into a deadly game of cat and mouse. The investigation takes a personal turn, bringing her face to face with her deepest fears and a past that refuses to stay buried. Will Lina's resolve hold fast against the encroaching darkness, or will the secrets from hell she uncovers consume everything she holds dear?
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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.