In 19th century New York City, the mutilated body of a boy is found on Williamsburg Bridge. Alienist Dr. Kreizler notices similarities to an unsolved murder involving a former patient of his.
Tropes:
- Establishing Character Moment: Sara's first appearance is asserting her position as the first woman employed by the New York City Police Department.
- "It" Is Dehumanizing: Captain Connor calls Giorgio "it" because he was a prostitute dressing up as a woman. Moore calls Connor out on it.
- Of Corset Hurts: Sara has her maid, Tessie, help her out of her tightly laced corset at the end of the day.
