Between the Lines is a gripping thriller that follows a group of unlikely allies drawn together by a missing person's case that spirals into a web of dark secrets and betrayal. Jasmine Phillips, a quiet bookworm with a painful past, finds herself reluctantly caught up in the mystery surrounding Ethan, a party-loving friend who vanishes without a trace. As Jasmine, Leo, and the others dive deeper into the investigation, they uncover shocking truths that tie back to their own lives, forcing them to question everything they thought they knew about each other.
In the search for answers, the group uncovers hidden messages and clues that lead them closer to a chilling revelation. A cryptic letter left behind by Ethan reveals a twisted plot, and time is running out as they race to piece together the puzzle before it's too late. But with someone much closer to them than they realize pulling the strings, their lives are in more danger than ever.
The tension builds as trust erodes, and dark forces close in. Will they uncover the killer in time, or will their own fears tear them apart first? Between the Lines is a story of friendship, secrets, and survival, where every hidden truth could be their last.
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.