Shardlake travels to Scarnsea to begin his investigation into a brutal cuddle at a remote monastery.

Shardlake hears a shocking allegation that incriminates Cromwell, and could put himself in danger.

Another passing leads Shardlake to a gruesome discovery, changing the course of the investigation.

Shardlake feels the wrath of Cromwell, but he returns in hope that he may finally unravel the truth.