Salome

In the tranquil world of Maplestone Court, a spacious red‑brick home set beside a shimmering lake, fifteen‑year‑old Salome finds refuge on a weathered wooden seat. With a straw hat at her feet and a beloved, dog‑eared book in her hand, she watches the water lilies drift while the summer heat settles over the garden. Her striking, tawny hair and quiet demeanor set her apart, and the gentle rhythm of her days is punctuated only by the occasional bustle of her siblings and the distant clatter of a carriage.

When the sound of wheels on the drive breaks her reverie, Salome’s routine is interrupted by a hurried brother and the unexpected arrival of a visitor. The ordinary peace of her surroundings begins to shift, hinting at family dynamics and secrets that will soon surface. Listeners are invited to follow Salome’s thoughtful observations as the calm of her summer world gives way to the subtle stirrings of change.