The story revolves around a young woman who returns to her hometown after being away for several years. She becomes embroiled in a mystery surrounding the death of a local man and must navigate complex relationships with the people she knew before, including a former lover. As she delves deeper into the truth behind the man's death, she uncovers secrets about her own past that challenge her perceptions of herself and those around her.
By Heman White Chaplin · First published 1865 · Genre: Social Commentary, Historical Fiction, Drama