Killingly

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The disappearance of Bertha Mellish, a reserved junior at Mount Holyoke College, sets off a frantic search in the Massachusetts woods. As her family arrives, desperation mounts, and secrets begin to unravel, particularly through her best friend Agnes, who holds crucial information yet remains silent. The narrative explores the complexities of queerness, family trauma, and the societal risks women faced in the late 19th century. Katharine Beutner weaves a compelling literary crime fiction that delves into an unsolved mystery filled with intrigue and emotional depth.