Tessa Harris Series

This author delves into the beginnings of forensic science, anatomy, and surgery through compelling storytelling. Her work examines the ethical and practical challenges faced by anatomists of the past, particularly concerning the illicit trade in bodies. Through her characters, she explores the fascinating issues of accessing human remains for scientific study and the difficulties inherent in developing these crucial medical fields. She investigates the complexities of the era and the need for anatomists to gain access to bodies for dissection, which led to the illegal trade of the dead.