The Glass of Time

Set in 1876, Michael Cox's The Glass of Time is a captivating period mystery that explores themes of identity, secrets, and the lingering impact of past obsessions. When orphan Esperanza Gorst arrives at Evenwood to serve as a lady's maid, she is tasked with uncovering hidden truths about her employer's secrets and her own life. As she becomes entangled with the estate's inhabitants, she navigates a complex web of seduction, intrigue, and deception that keeps her well-immersed in a world of 19th-century suspense.