In quiet Maplewood, Vermont, art restorer Clara Benson inherits her reclusive great-uncle Theodore’s Victorian home and discovers a hidden Winslow Homer seascape concealed beneath another portrait. Following cryptic clues—a map, a cemetery vault, and whispers of a 1985 forgery scandal—Clara uncovers layers of deception and family secrets. With help from friend Mia, historian Hal, and former appraiser Raymond Voss, she navigates threats from a vengeful consortium and a break-in attempt. Choosing transparency over profit, Clara reveals the genuine masterpiece to the world, restoring Theo’s reputation and finding peace in truth. A warm tale of art, trust, and seeing what lies beneath.
