One of My Sons

"One of My Sons" by Anna Katharine Green is a captivating crime and mystery novel where a young lawyer, Arthur Outhwaite, stumbles into the chaotic aftermath of a wealthy stockbroker’s death. After aiding a dying man urged by the deceased's granddaughter, Arthur is thrust into the center of a family riddled with suspicion and secrets. As the story unfolds, Arthur navigates a web of shifting alliances, hidden motives, and unearthed letters that threaten to shatter the family's foundation, forcing him to confront moral quandaries and the haunting question of who can truly be trusted when tragedy strikes. The narrative emphasizes the intricate dynamics of family, testing the bounds of loyalty and exposing the dark undercurrents that lie beneath their gilded facade.