That Affair Next Door

That Affair Next Door introduces Amelia Butterworth, Anna Katharine Green’s unforgettable amateur sleuth and one of the earliest models for the modern female detective. When a young woman is found murdered in a respectable New York household, suspicion and gossip ripple through the neighborhood. While Detective Ebenezer Gryce is officially on the case, it is the sharp-eyed Miss Butterworth who uncovers crucial clues, proving that determination and intelligence can rival even the best-trained detectives. Blending suspense, wit, and social insight, Green delivers a mystery filled with unexpected twists and a strong, engaging heroine. First published in 1897, this novel paved the way for later women detectives in fiction, making That Affair Next Door both a thrilling read and a milestone in the history of mystery literature.