Tyler Blackout- Once a street kid, he now works with the FBI as one of their best undercover agents and snipers. When put on a protective detail assignment, Tyler's forced to come face-to- face with his past.
Jasmine Laize- One of Detroit's top lawyers, her stubbornness and spirit are reflected both inside and outside the courtroom. When someone makes an attempt on her life, will she keep going with the case that nearly killed her, or will she admit defeat?
Lucas 'Luke' McKandless- At only 14, the boy has seen too much and grown up too fast. He's been abused, ignored, and mistreated. Now, it's time for him to face his fears and move on- but can he do it alone?
Enter Seth McKandless- Lucas' older brother, street kid, and the one person who connects these three people together. But as tension rises and with danger around every corner, is Seth really ready to take on the mistakes of his past and face the future?
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.