In this carefully calibrated mystery, Madame Karitska makes a very clairvoyant reappearance. After a violin prodigy dies in an apparent accident, the countess-seer begins to piece together the real story from psychic clues. To deal with all the thorny complications, she enlists the help of Detective Lieutenant Pruden to investigate a sinister cult. But even her prescience and his help can't keep this likable immigrant out of danger's path. Gilman's Karitska mysteries aren't just paranormal gimmickry. They feature winning -- and frequently quirky -- characters, fast-breaking action, and well-timed plot surprises.