In this gripping novel, Margaret Bell Houston weaves a tale of intrigue and suspense set in the rural American South. When a wealthy landowner's wife is found dead under suspicious circumstances, all eyes turn to the beautiful and enigmatic little straw woman that he keeps by his side. As the investigation unfolds, secrets are revealed and alliances are tested, leading to a stunning and unexpected conclusion.

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