Shardlake: Sovereign

Set in autumn 1541, this dramatic BBC Radio 4 adaptation of C.J. Sansom's acclaimed Tudor crime novel follows hunchback lawyer detective Matthew Shardlake and his assistant, Barak, as they arrive in York ahead of King Henry VIII's grand Royal Progress. Tasked with ensuring the safety of a conspirator and preparing petitions for the King, Shardlake soon finds himself investigating a suspicious death that uncovers a plot capable of destabilizing England. With its captivating storytelling and vivid portrayal of Tudor life, this two-and-a-half-hour production, featuring BAFTA-winning actor Jason Watkins, promises to immerse listeners in a fast-paced murder mystery.