Dark Fire

Set in Tudor London, Dark Fire follows lawyer Matthew Shardlake as he becomes embroiled in a dangerous quest involving the secret of Greek Fire, a legendary substance from Byzantine times. As he investigates the mysterious murders of officials involved in uncovering the formula, Shardlake must navigate political intrigue and hidden truths while also defending a young client falsely accused of murder. This riveting historical mystery is the second installment in C. J. Sansom's bestselling series, praised for its richly textured storytelling and vivid depiction of 16th-century England.