Books by C. J. Sansom
Sovereign
Set in Tudor England during the reign of Henry VIII, 'Sovereign' follows lawyer-detective Matthew Shardlake as he investigates a dangerous conspiracy while accompanying the royal progress to York. The novel blends historical detail with mystery, exploring themes of power, justice, and faith in a turbulent era.
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A Journey North: The King's Progress and a Nation on Edge
In 1541, Henry VIII set forth on a royal progress to York, an extravaganza of control and theatre designed to remind the rebellious North of its king’s divine supremacy. The journey itself, stretching weeks through a landscape still raw from the Pilgrimage of Grace, became a backdrop against which t...
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Murder in York: A Conspiracy Unearthed
When the royal court reaches York, Shardlake finds himself drawn into the death of a local glazier—an incident so seemingly common it could have passed unnoticed amid the pageantry. But it is the manner of the man’s death and the whispers surrounding his lodgings that spark suspicion. What begins as...
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About C. J. Sansom
C. J. Sansom is a British author known for his historical crime novels, particularly the Shardlake series set in Tudor England. Before becoming a full-time writer, he worked as a solicitor. His works are praised for their rich historical accuracy and compelling storytelling.
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