Bernard Knight

In 12th-century Devon, much of the country lies under the iron rule of the Royal Forest laws. When two Royal Forest officers are murdered, Sir John de Wolfe finds himself with another complex investigation.

When, in 1955, forensic pathologist Richard Pryor uses his 'golden handshake' from Singapore to set up in private practice with former Home Office scientist Angela Bray, their risky venture in the Wye Valley depends on getting enough case-work to survive.

Pathologist Doctor Richard Pryor is pleased when his business partner, forensic biologist Angela Bray, is able to return earlier than expected to their private forensic consultancy. Together, they persuade locum doctor Priscilla to stay longer, and Priscilla's flair for anthropology comes in handy when a body is found in a bog.