Dorothy Harcourt's secret : Sequel to "A deed without a name"

On a bright Christmas morning the Wesleyan Flats buzz with laughter, twinkling lights, and the unexpected arrival of Santa and his aides. In the midst of the celebration, Mr. Merritt cradles a sleepy child named Owlet while the household’s curious residents—Roma, the lawyer, and the enigmatic Madame Nouvellini—exchange weary banter. The festive cheer masks a deeper unease, for the Harcourt family’s most cherished hope, Will, remains missing, his fate whispered only in speculative doubts.

Against this backdrop of holiday merriment, Dorothy Harcourt wrestles with a secret that could alter the course of her life and those around her. As friends and acquaintances gather, each conversation hints at hidden motives, clandestine plans, and the looming question of whether Will will ever return. Listeners are invited into a world where loyalty, love, and intrigue intertwine, promising a tale that balances the warmth of the season with the tension of an unresolved mystery.