Shadows of Athens

In 443 BC, as Athens thrives in peace after years of conflict with Persia, aspiring playwright Philocles returns home to discover a murder in front of his gate. With a crucial play premiering soon, he becomes determined to uncover the identity of the victim and the motives behind the crime. However, Philocles soon finds himself entangled in a larger conspiracy, facing dangers from those who wish to keep him from digging deeper.