In Joanna Campbell Slan's 'Death of a Schoolgirl,' young Charlotte Brontë finds herself entangled in a chilling mystery when a student at the grim Cowan Bridge School for Girls dies under suspicious circumstances. Determined to uncover the truth behind the tragedy, Charlotte leverages her sharp intellect and keen observational skills to navigate the restrictive Victorian society. As she delves deeper, she unearths dark secrets and hidden motives within the school's austere walls, challenging the authorities and risking her own safety in a compelling quest for justice. This historical novel cleverly reimagines a literary icon as an astute amateur detective.