A Hanging at Dawn

In "A Hanging at Dawn," a gripping short story from the New York Times bestselling author of the Bess Crawford mystery series, Bess grapples with dark secrets from her friend Simon Brandon's past. Set in her childhood in India before the Great War, Bess navigates her bond with Simon, a young soldier who guided her through life on the perilous Northwest Frontier. Through the perspectives of multiple characters, the narrative unveils hidden truths about Bess's family that will profoundly impact her future.