The Crimson Thread: A Retelling of Rumpelstiltskin

Set in 1880, the story follows Bertie O'Malley, a seamstress employed by textile magnate J.P. Wellington. When the family's wealth is jeopardized, Bertie's father makes an extravagant claim about her ability to spin straw into gold, drawing inspiration from a classic fairy tale. This unique retelling intertwines themes of ambition and deception as Bertie navigates the challenges that arise from her father's boast.