The Raven's Head

Set in 1224 Norfolk, this gothic tale from Karen Maitland follows Lord Sylvain, an alchemist working in secret to create the Philosopher’s Stone, with the help of the Apothecary’s niece. When a mysterious figure arrives at Langley Manor, secrets and symbols intertwine as Sylvain navigates blackmail and hidden truths. Meanwhile, a nearby abbey conceals a vital missing ingredient, hinting at a larger destiny for a young boy named Regulus.