The Bedlam Detective

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Set against the backdrop of London's Bethlehem Hospital, a former policeman turned investigator, Sebastian Becker, delves into the unsettling case of Sir Owain Lancaster, who believes that dark forces from the Amazon are responsible for local tragedies. As Becker navigates a web of madness, historical secrets, and the eerie past of a rural town, he must discern whether Lancaster is a delusional murderer or if genuine horrors lurk in the shadows. The narrative unfolds through a rich tapestry of locations, from asylums to the early film industry, exploring the nature of sanity and monstrosity.