The Secret Keeper of Main Street: A Novel BY Trisha R. Thomas

The Dressmaker’s Secret by Trisha R. Thomas is a captivating tale set in 1950s oil-rich Oklahoma, where scandal and intuition collide in a riveting narrative. The story follows Bailey Dowery, a Black dressmaker in the quaint town of Mendol, who possesses a unique gift passed down from her mother: the ability to see glimpses of people’s hopes, dreams, and even their darker truths through fleeting touches.

Bailey’s talent, while a remarkable asset, is also a heavy burden. To protect herself from the emotional overload of her gift, she always wears gloves while working on the designer gowns and custom wedding dresses for the town's elite. Her discretion is critical, as her insights often reveal uncomfortable truths about her clients' personal lives and marriages.

When Elsa Grimes, the daughter of one of Oklahoma’s wealthiest oil magnates, comes to Bailey for a fitting, Bailey’s intuitive gift reveals a disturbing vision. Elsa, despite the grandeur of her wedding, is plagued by an ominous secret that Bailey cannot ignore. Despite her aunt Charlene’s warnings to steer clear of “White folks’ business,” Bailey feels compelled to help Elsa.

Her decision thrusts her into the midst of a scandal when the son of a prominent family is found dead on the eve of Elsa’s wedding, and Elsa is accused of the murder. Caught in a storm of intrigue and danger, Bailey must navigate a treacherous path to protect herself and those she loves, unraveling a web of deception that threatens to destroy everything she holds dear.

The Dressmaker’s Secret is a spellbinding blend of mystery, drama, and personal courage, offering a glimpse into a world where hidden truths are as perilous as they are revealing.