John Laslett has just arrived in Green Valley as the new parish minister, employed by the patron, Lady Vera Wallace. At first it seems that thegrand lady is full of grace and her intention is to see to his every need.However, there is something strange about the housekeeper she has sent.Kate is efficient in every detail, but John cannot seem to break throughthe cold exterior. Something is wrong, he is sure, but he doesn't knowwhat . . .Kate has a secret she doesn't want anyone to know, especially thehateful new minister--the man who has taken her father's place.
