The Kitchen Mistress

Set in 1892 Des Moines, this story follows Katherine Arthur as she navigates family secrets, her burgeoning talents, and her complex relationships with Violet Pendergrass and Aleksey Zurchenko. When her family’s future hinges on an unexpected inheritance, Katherine steps into a new role that tests her loyalty, independence, and heart. Amidst hints of mystery, societal pressures, and personal ambitions, she must decide what truly matters in a world filled with secrets and shifting allegiances.