Dissolution

Dissolution by C.J. Sansom

 

It is 1537 and Thomas Cromwell has ordered that all monastries should be dissolved. Cromwell's Comissioner is found dead, his head severed from his body. Dr Shardlake is sent to uncover the truth behind what has happened. His investigation forces him to question everything that he himself believes.

This first novel featuring Matthew Shardlake will make you eager to continue the series.  Interesting character and plot development.

-Mona