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The discovery of dismembered body parts on the Thames leads a newly formed detective team in the Metropolitan Police into a chilling investigation. As they delve deeper, they uncover a series of horrifying scenes that reveal a darker side of modern London, involving missing persons and unspeakable crimes. The narrative explores the grim realities of loss and the complexities of human nature amidst a backdrop of urban mystery and suspense.
Set against the backdrop of a mysterious old priory and the haunting Abbot Ibáñez yew tree, the story follows Detective Sergeant Donald Lawrence and his wife, Janet, on their honeymoon. Their stay at The Crucified Abbot leads them into a web of pagan rituals and a chilling murder. As they delve into the dark history of the tree and its gruesome past, their personal and professional lives intertwine with the villagers and the killer. The couple must confront the malevolent forces at play to survive the sinister atmosphere surrounding them.
Set against the backdrop of 1930s England, the story follows Jane Hennessey, a maid who extorts money from her employer, Lady Caroline Melchester, whose affair with Adam Brownlow leads to tragic consequences. After the death of his sister Charlotte, Adam grapples with grief and resentment, ultimately enlisting in the army as World War Two erupts. His journey intertwines with the fates of Lady Caroline's twin sons, as they all face the brutal realities of battle on the beaches of Normandy, exploring themes of love, loss, and the impact of war.