Hand and Ring

Hand and Ring is a tense and intricately plotted mystery from Anna Katharine Green, the trailblazing author often credited as the “mother of the detective novel.” When a respected and wealthy woman is brutally murdered, suspicion quickly falls on those closest to her—each with hidden motives and secrets to protect. Detective Ebenezer Gryce returns to unravel the tangled web of lies, rivalries, and betrayals, aided by Green’s signature attention to detail and legal precision. Combining courtroom drama with a compelling whodunit, Hand and Ring showcases Green’s ability to blend suspense with social insight. This is a classic that helped shape the foundations of modern detective fiction and remains a must-read for fans of gripping mysteries.