The plan was for Alice to pose as a man and run away with Freda. Unfortunately, their love letters were discovered and their families forbid them to see one another. Freda is seemly able to put her engagement behind her but Alice can’t or won’t give up on their dream. When Freda continues to rebuff her, Alice becomes unglued and slashes Freda’s throat. This story would be newsworthy at anytime but in 1892 it becomes an American obsession. Same-sex relationships were rarely spoken of and were considered a sign of insanity. Will Alice be hanged or sent to an insane asylum? How did it all begin? Read the sensational Alice + Freda Forever by Alexis Coe for a glimpse into a tragic love affair and a fascinating look at how same-sex relationships were viewed in 1892.