The Puzzle of a Bastard

In The Puzzle of a Bastard, Frances Longworth, an expert in pottery restoration, navigates a male-dominated museum world while forming an unexpected connection with Gabe Wellingham, a fellow archaeologist with a prickly demeanor. Meanwhile, Emily Grandby offers refuge to her childhood friend James Burroughs, who is seeking a peaceful retreat after a personal loss. As their stories unfold, themes of hidden passions and newfound relationships emerge, set against the backdrop of a historical museum and estate.