In this gripping mystery, set in a small American town, a young woman named Miss Saunders is hired as a companion to the mayor's wife, who is plagued by strange occurrences in her home. As Miss Saunders delves deeper into the household's secrets, she uncovers a web of intrigue, hidden motives, and a dark past that threatens to unravel the lives of everyone involved. Anna Katharine Green, a pioneer of detective fiction, masterfully blends suspense and psychological drama in this compelling tale.