Elena has been accused of murdering her entire family. Due to the fact that she claims to see "Alice", she now resides in Times Asylum, where she is questioned by Dr. James Wilson. She is frequently visited by this "Alice" character, who for some reason, only visits those who want to go to Wonderland. Unfortunately with every visit you need a ticket, and every ticket has its price.
Wonderland used to be a place filled with wondrous things, intriguing knick-knacks of every kind, and mind-boggling characters that could never be forgotten. Now it is being devoured by Darkness, unknowingly brought upon by none other than "Alice's" apprentices.
Other's are seeing Alice now, and more blood is being shed. Mirrors are cloaked and people are being locked away.
What will happen to our most beloved Wonderland, if everyone who believes in it, are the ones who are destroying it?
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.