In the grimy streets of 18th century Bristol, a brutal murder has shaken the city to its core. Detective Acker is on the case, determined to uncover the truth behind the slaying of Lady Penelope, a noblewoman found dead in an alleyway. As fear and whispers of Jack the Ripper's return spread like wildfire, Acker is thrust into a web of lies, secrets, and scandal that threatens not only his career, but the very fabric of the police force.

With every suspect hiding something, Acker races against time to expose the killer. The investigation takes a shocking turn when Acker uncovers Lady Penelope's darkest secret?a love child given away at birth. The deeper he digs into her life, the clearer it becomes why someone wanted her silenced.

But when the truth hits close to home and Acker's wife accidentally stumbles upon the murderer, the case explodes into a frantic race to stop him before more lives are lost. Will Acker bring the killer to justice, or will the secrets of the past tear his world apart?

Twists, betrayals, and a killer lurking in the shadows?The Bristol Murders will keep you guessing until the very last page.