In the heart of a forgotten town, the Barlow Library stands as a relic of the past, abandoned and shrouded in mystery. Local legends warn that those who enter are never quite the same, as the library holds more than just books-it holds memories, forgotten dreams, and alternate realities. When Olivia, a curious college student, stumbles upon the library, she unknowingly opens a door to a world where time bends, and nothing is ever what it seems. Trapped in a place where dreams and reality collide, she must face a terrifying choice: escape and forget, or stay and become part of the library's eternal collection. Will she uncover the truth before it consumes her?
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.