A Drowned Maiden's Hair by Laura Amy Schlitz

A Melodrama

Set in the early 20th century, this captivating tale follows Maud Flynn, a spirited orphan who is unexpectedly adopted by the enigmatic Hawthorne sisters. Initially thrilled to leave the orphanage, Maud soon discovers that her new guardians are involved in a deceitful scheme to exploit grieving families by pretending to communicate with the dead. As Maud becomes entangled in their world of deception, she grapples with her conscience and the desire for a true family, ultimately embarking on a journey of self-discovery and moral awakening.