The story begins when Margaret Lea is engaged to write the biography of one of the best known authors of her time- Vida Winter. She is best known for her book, The Thirteenth Tale. Many have attempted to publish her biography- but Miss Winter tells different stories every time she sits down with a biographer. But this time is different. She promises Margaret the truth, and she promises three verifiable facts. What unfolds is an unbelievably twisted tale of the life of Vida Winter. This unexpected tale will keep you guessing until the very end.