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Now a major Disney+ original series, this first novel in C. J. Sansom's bestselling Shardlake series is perfect for fans of Hilary Mantel and Philippa Gregory. Set in England in 1537, a time of upheaval and transformation, the story begins with the brutal murder of a commissioner sent by Thomas Cromwell to investigate monasteries. As Henry VIII declares himself Supreme Head of the Church, the nation grapples with harsh new laws and a network of informers. Amidst this turmoil, Robin Singleton, a commissioner, is found dead at the Scarnsea monastery, his murder accompanied by acts of sacrilege. Matthew Shardlake, a lawyer and supporter of Reform, is dispatched by Cromwell to uncover the truth behind the chaos at Scarnsea. However, as Shardlake delves deeper into the investigation, he is forced to confront unsettling truths that challenge his beliefs and perceptions. This gripping tale invites readers to explore the dark heart of Tudor England, setting the stage for the next installment in the series, Dark Fire.
Acquisto del libro
Dissolution (Matthew Shardlake 1), C. J. Sansom
- Lingua
- Pubblicato
- 2024
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- (In brossura)
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- Lingua
- Inglese
- Autori
- C. J. Sansom
- Editore
- Pan Macmillan
- Pubblicato
- 2024
- Formato
- In brossura
- Pagine
- 480
- ISBN10
- 1035012286
- ISBN13
- 9781035012282
- Serie
- Matthew Shardlake
- Tag
- Narrativa, Gialli & Thriller, Prosa storica, Gialli, Temi religiosi, Thriller, Omicidi, Giallo classico, Inghilterra, Regali per la nonna, Detective, Letteratura inglese, Medioevo, Gialli Storici, Chiesa, Cinquecento, Adattato in una serie, Monasteri, abbazie, Thomas Cromwell
- Prima pubblicazione
- 2003
- Titolo originale
- Dissolution
- Valutazione
- 4,05 su 5
- Descrizione
- Now a major Disney+ original series, this first novel in C. J. Sansom's bestselling Shardlake series is perfect for fans of Hilary Mantel and Philippa Gregory. Set in England in 1537, a time of upheaval and transformation, the story begins with the brutal murder of a commissioner sent by Thomas Cromwell to investigate monasteries. As Henry VIII declares himself Supreme Head of the Church, the nation grapples with harsh new laws and a network of informers. Amidst this turmoil, Robin Singleton, a commissioner, is found dead at the Scarnsea monastery, his murder accompanied by acts of sacrilege. Matthew Shardlake, a lawyer and supporter of Reform, is dispatched by Cromwell to uncover the truth behind the chaos at Scarnsea. However, as Shardlake delves deeper into the investigation, he is forced to confront unsettling truths that challenge his beliefs and perceptions. This gripping tale invites readers to explore the dark heart of Tudor England, setting the stage for the next installment in the series, Dark Fire.