The Secrets of Life and Death

Set across two time periods, this story follows alchemist Dr. John Dee and Edward Kelley in 1585 Krakow as they uncover a sinister secret related to Countess Bathory’s mysterious illness, with potentially frightening consequences. Meanwhile, in 2013 England, occult enthusiast Jackdaw Hammond becomes embroiled in a dark mystery involving a suspicious death marked by arcane symbols, drawing her into a dangerous investigation alongside police consultant Felix Guichard. Both narratives intertwine themes of ancient secrets and contemporary intrigue, leading to a high-stakes quest for the truth.