Scarlet, the ruthless Mexican mafia queen, finds her world turned upside down by a ghost from her past-a figure determined to destroy her, strip away her power, and make her feel the helplessness she once inflicted on others. This shadowy enemy doesn't just threaten her life but her legacy, her sisters, and the empire she built with blood and fire. But what did she do to deserve this? Is her downfall truly inevitable?
As Scarlet fights to reclaim her throne, she's forced into an uneasy alliance with Jugeum, the mafia king and her sworn rival. While his support could tip the scales, Scarlet knows better than to trust anyone-especially him. Her instincts warn her that his help might come at a devastating cost. Yet, with betrayal in every corner and her sisters' lives at stake, Scarlet must take calculated risks to survive and strike back.
The battle for power turns personal as her unknown enemy inches closer, threatening to shatter everything she holds dear. Will Scarlet rise again, or will her sins catch up to her, ending her reign forever?
Dive into this gripping tale of revenge, betrayal, and survival as Scarlet fights to protect her family and reclaim her crown-on her terms. (This is a story I wrote back when I was 10.......so if some scenes don't make sense.......Its just the 10 year old me enjoying)
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.