A miser's death. The Ripper's shadow. The hunt begins. When a miserly recluse meets a lonely end, Harpham uncovers clues that lead him to the unsolved mystery surrounding Edmund Gurney's death years earlier. Meanwhile, Violet grapples with a series of strange disturbances at a Suffolk rectory, where whispers of witchcraft and ancient curses abound. With time running out and the body count rising, Harpham and Violet must navigate a labyrinth of secrets and deception to unmask the killer before more lives are lost. A masterful blend of historical intrigue and witchcraft, this atmospheric thriller will captivate fans of Karen Charlton and Anne Perry. __________________________________________________ Praise for the Lawrence Harpham Mysteries: ★★★★★ This book was a page-turner. I found I did not want to put it down till the mystery was solved. ★★★★★ A book full of mystery and intrigue. ★★★★★ …gripping mystery with some very evil turns of events. ★★★★★ …clever and entertaining… ★★★★★ Vivid and captivating dual timeline detective story. ★★★★★ Another wonderfully crafted story in the Lawrence Harpham series. ★★★★★ Couldn't wait to read this mystery.