First published as End of Term under A. C. Koning.Cambridge, 1935. Frederick Rowlands, blind war veteran, is happily married to his wife Edith. The couple are attending an event at St Gertrude's College when they hear about the suspicious death of a research student.Fred was one of the last people to see the student alive and consequently he becomes pivotal to uncovering the truth. While on the hunt to identify the killer, Fred is shocked to learn of the hidden secrets of this seemingly idyllic city.When another death occurs under suspicious circumstances, Fred must act quickly to save the reputation of St Gertrude's before it is too late .