The year is 1536. Lawyer Matthew Shardlake finds his life turned upside down when Thomas Cromwell sends him to investigate a suspicious death at the remote monastery of Scarnsea. Deception, deceit, and corruption are rife as it soon becomes clear that the murder is not the first. Shardlake is drawn into a web of lies that threatens not only his integrity but his life.
Episode 1
During the dissolution of the monasteries in the Tudor era, Matthew Shardlake is sent by Thomas Cromwell to investigate the death of a commissioner in a remote town of Scarnsea.
Episode 2
Shardlake's investigation intensifies and suspicion arises among the monks.
Episode 3
When Goodhap is discovered missing, something does not add up.
Episode 4
Cromwell is furious at Shardlake's lack of results and gives him a terrifying ultimatum.
