The Devil and the Dark Water

In Stuart Turton's gripping new novel, set in 1634, the world's greatest detective, Samuel Pipps, faces execution on a treacherous sea voyage to Amsterdam. Accompanied by his loyal bodyguard, Arent Hayes, who is determined to clear his name, they encounter bizarre occurrences—such as the haunting presence of a twice-dead leper and ominous symbols—hinting at a potential demonic force at play. As the situation escalates and danger looms over the passengers, Arent races against time to unravel a deadly mystery that threatens to take everyone down with the ship.