Interrupted

Claire Benedict, a cultured musician compelled to teach for a living, confronts class prejudice and the practical difficulties of finding pupils while learning the skills of organized instruction. She improvises by forming classes and building relationships with students and local women, including Alice Ansted, and extends her efforts into church and community work. Those activities open new lines of labor, expose unforeseen dangers, and involve an escaped victim whose plight challenges the group. Personal revelations and a family secret emerge, friendships are tested, and gradual recognition of her persistent service brings professional and moral consequences.