Melody

By William Semo

Melody Bierce, a talented and tough Chicago police detective, is forced to confront her past when she receives an invitation to her high school reunion. As she navigates the familiar streets of her hometown, she's drawn back into a web of lies and secrets that threaten to upend her present.

Years ago, a tragic accident took the life of Melody's former classmate, and now a new evil has targeted her old friends now connected to that loss years ago. Now, it seems someone is using that tragedy to blackmail Melody's old friends. As Melody investigates, she's forced to confront her complicated feelings for Trout, the man who has become essential to her both professionally and personally.

Her partnership with the brilliant but troubled Liam Trout, is put to the test as they work together to unravel the mysteries of her past. But as they delve deeper into the case, Melody finds herself torn between her loyalty to Trout, the man who has become essential to her both professionally and personally, and her growing feelings for an old crush from high school. As the forces from her past close in, Melody must decide what she's willing to risk for a chance at happiness. Will she choose to stick with Trout, or will she take a chance on a different future?

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FFS5LV76
• ISBN13: 9798289729811
• Release Date: June 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 358 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"