Shardlake

A chilling mystery tale set in 16th century England during the dissolution of monasteries. Shardlake, a sheltered lawyer, is thrown into chaos when Cromwell assigns him to investigate the murder of one of his commissioners in Scarnsea monastery. The commissioner was gathering evidence to close the monastery; it's crucial for Cromwell's political survival that Shardlake solves the case and closes the place down. He warns Shardlake not to fail. Cromwell brings along Jack Barak, a cocky and good-looking assistant (played by Boyle),leaving Shardlake uncertain if Barak is an actual helper or simply a spy. At Scarnsea monastery, the duo faces hostility, suspicion, and paranoia from the monks who fear for their future. They must navigate treacherous waters to uncover the truth before they lose everything.