In the first book in this gripping historical mystery series, Boston police reporter Michael Merrick investigates a series of fires--one of which led to murder--within a local Shaker community.

Praise for Mary Jo Adamson's previous novels:

"An engaging detective story peopled with striking characters."--Publishers Weekly

"A good, solid mystery that is satisfying and fun."--The Drood Review of Mystery

"She writes like a dream."--New York Times Book Review