Dark Fire

Set in 1540 Tudor London during a scorching summer, Dark Fire follows lawyer Matthew Shardlake as he becomes entangled in a complex case involving murder, political intrigue, and the secret of Greek Fire—the legendary substance once used to destroy Arab navies. Tasked with recovering a mysterious formula, Shardlake uncovers a web of danger and deceit that challenges his understanding of truth and justice. This thrilling historical crime novel is the second book in C. J. Sansom’s acclaimed series.