Book review

Carol Goodman's third novel is a murder mystery that also serves as a textbook on stained glass techniques.

The story is set in North America by the Hudson River and the central character, Juno, is a glass artist whose family firm has been hired to restore the stained glass window at her old college, Penrose. As work commences, Juno's best friend drowns mysteriously after uncovering the dark secret of the Penrose family.

Was it murder or suicide? The scene depicted in the window holds the clue, while interference from the Penroses and the reappearance of Juno's ex-husband add further complications.

The references to Greek mythology can get a bit wearing but nevertheless, Goodman’s story is a page-turner with a surprise twist at the end.