A Play of Piety

Set during the harvest of 1436, the story follows Joliffe as he navigates unexpected challenges after his troupe leader's injury. While seeking work, he encounters Mistress Cisily Thorncoffyn, a demanding widow with a penchant for exaggerating her ailments. This situation leads to a mix of humor and tension as Joliffe balances his responsibilities and the whims of a difficult patient, all while trying to keep his troupe afloat.