The Icy Veil

In the winter of 1789, beneath the frozen surface of the Kennebec River, a dark secret lies entombed. When the body of a prominent townsperson is discovered in the icy depths, the tranquil town of Hallowell is thrust into a storm of suspicion, deceit, and deadly intrigue.

Eliza Harding, a revered midwife and healer, is the first to examine the body. She knows this is no accident. As whispers of foul play spread through the snow-covered streets, Eliza is drawn into an investigation that will test her resolve and unearth hidden truths that some would kill to keep buried.

But Eliza is no stranger to the secrets of Hallowell. Her detailed diary, once a simple record of births, deaths, and daily life, becomes a key to unlocking the mystery surrounding the victim's death. As she delves deeper, Eliza uncovers a web of lies, betrayal, and treachery that ensnares even the town's most respected gentlemen.

The closer she gets to the truth, the more dangerous her quest becomes. Powerful figures are determined to silence her, and the town itself begins to turn against her. With time running out and the stakes growing higher, Eliza must decide how far she is willing to go to expose the real killer before she becomes the next victim.

The Icy Veil is a gripping tale of justice, loyalty, and courage in a time when women were expected to stay silent. Eliza Harding defies the expectations of her world, risking everything to uncover a chilling conspiracy that threatens to tear her community apart. This riveting historical mystery, woven with rich period detail and complex characters, will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final, shocking revelation.

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