This series follows a gifted young protagonist who leverages extraordinary forensic abilities to solve complex crimes. Often at odds with established authorities, the protagonist must navigate personal demons and treacherous intrigue. Each case presents a thrilling blend of detective work, supernatural elements, and coming-of-age struggles, where genius clashes with danger. Readers will be captivated by the suspenseful plots and the unique perspective on the world offered by this series.
The Bishop of Oxford is very, very dead. At least the police think it's the Bishop - it's impossible to be sure, since someone has made off with his head. By the terror that he's losing his Gift - the ability to work magic. And by all those stupid rules which get in the way of proving that everybody is wrong about the case .
Forensic sorcerer Frank Sampson reckons it's something to do with the bizarre magic symbols carved into his flesh. He thinks he knows the sorcerer behind it; Or not . . . Life can get confusing when your loyalties are divided, you're on the run, and the Inquisition are on your tail with a stack of dry firewood and a box of matches.