#1 Matthew Shardlake

Dissolution

C.J. Sansom
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Henry VIII has ordered the dissolution of the monasteries and England is full of informers. At the monastery of Scarnsea, events have spiralled out of control with the murder of Commissioner Robin Singleton. Matthew Shardlake, a lawyer, and his assistant are sent to investigate.
Genres: Historical FictionMysteryFictionHistoricalCrimeHistorical MysteryMystery ThrillerAudiobookBritish LiteratureThriller
456 Pages

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