Gillian Linscott's Sister Beneath the Sheet introduced her popular suffragette sleuth, Nell Bray, to critical acclaim. As a former BBC reporter, Linscott crafts compelling mysteries that delve into the social dynamics and ethical questions of the era. Her narratives are known for their intricate plotting and astute observations of historical context. Through her work, she explores themes of female agency and societal constraints, bringing a unique feminist perspective to the detective genre.
Visiting her brother, Nell is intrigued by the details of the murder of a local squire. As the days pass in idleness, she learns the dead man was not the paragon of virtue he'd claimed. Investigating further, she unearths a vital piece of evidence proving his deceit reached as far as the grave.