Bellman & Black

In "Bellman & Black," a gothic historical novel by #1 New York Times bestselling author Diane Setterfield, the life of William Bellman is forever altered by a childhood act of cruelty when he kills a rook with a slingshot. This seemingly forgotten incident resurfaces with haunting consequences as he grows into a family man. When a mysterious stranger appears, William’s fortunes begin to shift, leading him into an unusual partnership that gives rise to a macabre business. This lyrical and mysterious tale explores themes of guilt, consequence, and transformation.