Hangman's Root

In a tense mystery, prominent animal researcher is discovered hanged amidst fierce protests against his controversial experiments, leading police to suspect biology professor Dottie Riddle, affectionately known as the Cat Lady of Pecan Springs. With her compassion for stray animals clashing with the victim's disdain, Dottie's innocence is called into question. Unconvinced of her guilt, China Bayles steps in, hiring a lawyer and embarking on a perilous quest for clues, uncovering dark secrets that threaten to ensnare her as well.