Shardlake: Dissolution

Set in the winter of 1537 during Henry VIII's tumultuous reign, this gripping BBC Radio 4 drama follows lawyer-detective Matthew Shardlake as he investigates the brutal murder of a King's Commissioner at Scarnsea monastery. Tasked by Thomas Cromwell to discreetly resolve the case without drawing public attention, Shardlake's inquiries quickly reveal a labyrinth of secrets among the terrified monks. This adaptation of CJ Sansom's best-selling novel weaves an engrossing murder mystery with a vivid portrayal of Tudor England, featuring a captivating performance by BAFTA-winning actor Jason Watkins.