Dissolution by C. J. Sansom
A Shardlake Novel
Set in the 16th century during the reign of King Henry VIII, the novel follows the story of Matthew Shardlake, a hunchbacked lawyer, who is sent by Thomas Cromwell to investigate the murder of a royal commissioner at a monastery. As Shardlake delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a series of secrets, lies, and corruption within the monastery. The story is a blend of historical fiction and crime thriller, offering a vivid portrayal of the political and religious turmoil of the Tudor period.
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- Published
- 2003
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-500
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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- Der Lord
- El soberano
- Sovereign
- Горбун лорда Кромвеля
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