Dark Fire: A Matthew Shardlake Tudor Mystery
Dec 2005 · A Matthew Shardlake Tudor Mystery Book 2 · Penguin
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The second novel in the Matthew Shardlake Tudor Mystery series—the inspiration for the Hulu original series Shardlake!
In 1540, during the reign of Henry VIII, Shardlake is asked to help a young girl accused of murder. She refuses to speak in her defense even when threatened with torture. But just when the case seems lost, Thomas Cromwell, the king’s feared vicar general, offers Shardlake two more weeks to prove his client’s innocence. In exchange, Shardlake must find a lost cache of "Dark Fire," a legendary weapon of mass destruction. What ensues is a page-turning adventure, filled with period detail and history.
"Atmospheric and engaging" (Margaret George), this second book in Matthew Shardlake Tudor Mystery series delves again into the dark and superstitious world of Cromwell's England introduced in Dissolution.
Awarded the CWA Diamond Dagger – the highest honor in British crime writing
In 1540, during the reign of Henry VIII, Shardlake is asked to help a young girl accused of murder. She refuses to speak in her defense even when threatened with torture. But just when the case seems lost, Thomas Cromwell, the king’s feared vicar general, offers Shardlake two more weeks to prove his client’s innocence. In exchange, Shardlake must find a lost cache of "Dark Fire," a legendary weapon of mass destruction. What ensues is a page-turning adventure, filled with period detail and history.
"Atmospheric and engaging" (Margaret George), this second book in Matthew Shardlake Tudor Mystery series delves again into the dark and superstitious world of Cromwell's England introduced in Dissolution.
Awarded the CWA Diamond Dagger – the highest honor in British crime writing
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January 20, 2013
Excellent story, exciting mystery, could not guess until plots were revealed by the author, great character development, really enjoyed the character of Barak, and of course Shardlake, all other characters were vivid/felt- real. Awesome 16th century historical fiction, very enjoyable to read, makes you feel like you are living in that time and place.
Sarah Brennan
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July 4, 2023
WOW!! So well written and descriptive. So full of intrigue, I was engaged on every single page and couldn't put the book down.
Jim Garnett
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January 11, 2023
A highly engaging read that combines historical settings, a fast-paced plot, and good characterization.
About the author
C. J. Sansom, the internationally bestselling author of the Matthew Shardlake series and the novels Winter in Madrid and Dominion, earned a Ph.D. in history and was a lawyer before becoming a full-time writer.
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