Chapter 7 Murder most foul. I, v. The Adams house was an impressive structure, situated among equally impressive homes along the illustrious block of residences dubbed “Governor’s Row.” Built in the once-popular Italianate style, it sported wide, elaborately-corniced eaves overhanging curved windows. A heavily-ornamented second-story gable crowned the whole. While it wasn’t the largest house on the block, it certainly spoke of the family’s wealth and privilege. Concordia hadn’t been here to visit since Sophia had gone to live at Hartford Settlement House. However, the settlement house was currently undergoing extensive renovations and expansion, so available space was tight. Sophia had volunteered to move back to her childhood home to ease crowding. Concordia knew it was a sacrifice

