Lady in the Lake

Set in Baltimore in 1966, this compelling story follows Maddie Schwartz as she transitions from her personal life to a role at a local newspaper, fueled by her desire to uncover the truth behind a mysterious murder. Her investigation centers on the death of Cleo Sherwood, an African American woman, and leads Maddie deep into the city’s social fabric. With the ghost of Cleo subtly intertwined in the narrative, the story explores themes of justice, identity, and the pursuit of truth.