In this character driven crime novel we learn some of Eunice's story and how she came to be working as a housekeeper for the Coverdale family at Lowfield Hall. Eunice had had a hard life in contrast to the privileged life of the Coverdale family. However she was good at her job which she performed to her own exacting standards. When not working, Eunice preferred to be left to her own devices, especially watching television in her room. Eunice was basically a recluse who did not want people to know that she was illiterate. Then she met Joan Smith at the local store. Joan befriended Eunice and for a time Eunice appreciated having a friend. But Joan was involved with a religious group and was critical of others who did not share her beliefs.
A Judgement in Stone revolves around the relationship between the two women who are both aliens in their local community. This partnership ends in disaster.
Ruth Rendell is also known for the series of detective stories featuring Inspector Wexford. She also wrote books using the name, Barbara Vine. In her book, Backstage, by Donna Leon, Ruth Rendell is one of the authors Donna Leon refers to as having influenced her writing.
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