A Difficult Problem: 1900

A Difficult Problem, written by Anna Katharine Green in 1900, is a crime fiction novel that centers on Lucy Holmes, who receives shocking news about her husband, James Forsythe De Witt Holmes. As she grapples with the complexities surrounding his mysterious death, themes of trust, revenge, and the pursuit of truth emerge. The narrative unfolds as Lucy visits a detective, revealing layers of deception and connections to her past, ultimately leading to a tense climax that explores the psychological impacts of betrayal and human relationships.