The Mystery of the Sorrowful Maiden

In the spring of 1853, Private Detective Laetitia Rodd is tasked with helping the wife of a retired actor secure a fair settlement as her husband contemplates leaving her. Initially a simple negotiation, the case takes a dark turn when a body is uncovered in the ruins of a tragic theatre fire. As Laetitia navigates a complex web of family intrigue and rivalries reminiscent of Shakespearean drama, she must employ her keen investigative skills to prevent further calamity.