'Miss Maitland, Private Secretary' Summary

When a robbery occurs at the prestigious Janney mansion on Long Island, semi-retired sleuth Molly Morgenthau Babbitts finds herself disguised as a governess, determined to uncover the truth. Her investigations lead her into the opulent world of the Janney family, where secrets are carefully guarded and appearances are everything. Molly's sharp intellect and keen observation skills quickly identify Esther Maitland, the family's competent but enigmatic private secretary, as a potential key to the mystery. As she unravels the intricate web of relationships and hidden motives, Molly discovers that the robbery is only the tip of the iceberg, leading her to face a far more shocking crime and a complex web of deceit. Molly's journey to uncover the truth about Esther Maitland and the shocking crime that transpires in the heart of the Janney family unfolds in this engaging and suspenseful tale of intrigue and deception.