The Mitarai family are wealthy and they have run a hospital for generations. One day, their home burns down in a fire. 13 years later, Murata Anzu, from a housekeeper agency, is hired by Mitarai Makiko. Anzu and her sister Yuzu are convinced that Makiko, their mother's ex-friend and father's new wife burned down their childhood home thirteen years ago and destroyed their family in the process. Their mother who admitted to causing the fire is currently hospitalized with a case of amnesia and they are desperate to find evidence proving she is innocent hoping it will help her to heal. Anzu uses her best friend'sname to get hired on as maid at Makiko's house..
If you're into suspense thrillers that will keeps you on the edge of your seat, Burn the House Down may not fulfill your desire.
But for me, it's More of a family mystery than vengeful thriller, like you see in old mangas like Kindaichi involving super rich families...
The sisters determine to clear their mother's name regarding a fire from thirteen years ago by taking on their greedy stepmother who is evil beauty.. The kind of woman that I love... The unexpected turns kept me intrigued throughout the story.
Additionally, the bond between Anzu and Kiichi was a highlight for me. I admired how Anzu made efforts to heal Kiichi's emotional wounds.