In the aftermath of tragedy, Judy finds herself thrust into a world of uncertainty as she becomes the guardian of her orphaned niece, Penny. Seeking refuge and stability, she takes a job as a housemaid at the foreboding estate known as Pilgrim's Rest. But the tranquility of the house is shattered when Roger Pilgrim's father meets a suspicious demise, and attempts on Roger's own life follow suit. As the dark secrets of Pilgrim's Rest unravel, Judy turns to the astute Miss Silver for help.
