Here are the specific locations mentioned in the book:
* St. James's School: This is the all-boys boarding school where the story unfolds. The school has various buildings and locations:
* Dormitories: Where the students live.
* Classrooms: Where lessons take place.
* Library: A quiet place for studying and research.
* Dining Hall: Where students eat their meals.
* Chapel: A place of worship.
* The Quad: An open area in the center of the school, often used for sports and recreation.
* The Greenhouse: A place for growing plants.
* The Tennis Courts: Where students play tennis.
* The Woods: A wooded area near the school where the story takes place.
* The Bridge: A bridge over a stream in the woods.
* The River: A river that flows near the school.
The novel focuses on the relationships between the students and the mysterious happenings within the confines of the school. The boarding school setting allows Cooney to create a sense of isolation and suspicion, adding to the suspense of the mystery.