Killingly

Based on the real-life 1897 disappearance of a Mount Holyoke student, "Killingly" is a compelling work of literary crime fiction that centers on the mysterious vanishing of Bertha Mellish. As her family, friends, and investigators search for answers, secrets and conflicting motives come to light, revealing a richly detailed historical portrait of queerness, family, and societal risks at the turn of the century. The novel invites readers into a haunting and thought-provoking exploration of unanswered questions and hidden truths.