What The Devil Knows

Sebastian St. Cyr is drawn into a case that threatens to upend everything he thought he knew about justice when a series of gruesome murders rocks London in 1814. The killings bear eerie similarities to the Ratcliffe Highway murders of three years prior, which were solved with the arrest of a young seaman named John Williams. But before Williams could be brought to trial, he took his own life in prison, and the case was closed. Now, as more victims fall victim to similar brutal attacks, St. Cyr is convinced that something is amiss. With the help of Bow Street magistrate Sir Henry Lovejoy, he sets out to uncover the truth behind the murders and determine whether Williams was truly guilty. As they delve deeper into the case, St. Cyr becomes increasingly certain that Williams was not the killer. But who was, and why are they now being targeted again? The investigation takes a complex and sinister turn, forcing St. Cyr to confront his own doubts and assumptions about justice and morality. With its intricate plot and atmospheric setting, this historical mystery will keep you on the edge of your seat as it explores the darker side of human nature.