“In Victorian England, Power lies in the hands of the privileged few and so does Justice.”

The Turkish sailors are regarded with distrust by much of the local community and when Kemal is accused of murder there seems little hope of him escaping the gallows.

Only two people believe in Kemal’s innocence: Molly, a lady’s maid, and her mistress, Adelaide, a penniless widow. Can two young women without power and influence save Kemal’s life?

Is there anybody they can trust to aid them? Or will they bring down danger, disgrace and destruction upon themselves and those they love?