I loved everything about this novel and as soon as I finished it, I immediately put the second book in the series on hold for my Kindle. The mystery takes a bit of a backseat to Maisie's story (which is fine!)--how she came to be what she is, what she experienced as a nurse during WWI, who she loves and spends time with. The story is beautifully told and I appreciated each aspect of it. I can't wait to see what else Jacqueline Winspear has in store for Maisie!