In a world where shadows and speed collide, two opposing forces are destined to cross paths. Shadow, a renowned and highly skilled agent, is known for his unmatched talent in dismantling the most elite of criminal organizations. With icy determination and a reputation that precedes him, he has spent years chasing elusive targets across the globe.
On the other side of the law is Sonic, a dangerously cunning criminal whose identity remains a mystery. Feared by authorities and admired by those who dwell in the underworld, Sonic's reputation as a master thief and trickster has left even the most seasoned agents in the dust. No one knows the real Sonic, the man behind the blue blur, and that's exactly how he likes it.
When a series of high-stakes heists start to unravel in a city already teetering on the brink of chaos, Shadow is assigned to bring Sonic to justice. As the two engage in a thrilling game of cat and mouse, they discover a connection that neither of them expected. Faced with deception, danger, and undeniable chemistry, Shadow must decide if capturing Sonic is worth sacrificing his heart.
In this gripping tale of intrigue and romance, alliances will be tested, secrets unraveled, and the line between hero and villain will blur. Will Shadow succeed in his mission, or will he find himself drawn deeper into the alluring world of the very criminal he's sworn to catch?
Join Sonic and Shadow on a pulse-pounding journey where love and betrayal go hand in hand, and nothing is quite as it seems. Prepare for a story filled with intrigue, thrilling heists, and a romance that could change everything. Who will emerge victorious when the final shadow falls?
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.