Tom Weston-Jones

Loyalties will be bought and sold as Detective Kevin Corcoran struggles to tame a lawless New York City in this critically acclaimed series.

Loyalties will be bought and sold as Detective Kevin Corcoran struggles to tame a lawless New York City in this critically acclaimed series.

Set in the ruthless world of San Francisco in the late 1800s, rival Chinatown crime families are pitted against each other, against the police, and against an overtly racist white working class.

Inspector Bucket discovers a vital clue has been under his nose all the time but will it bring him the satisfaction he desires? Surely even Compeyson can't talk himself out of the situation he finds himself in now. An unexpected visitor gives Arthur hope that he may still prevent his sister's marriage.

A potential rival at Satis House gives Compeyson cause for concern. When a drunk prank goes dangerously wrong Arthur realizes the lengths to which Compeyson will go to achieve his aims. Meanwhile, will Arthur find the courage to confide in Matthew Pocket before Compeyson continues his plan to rid Satis House of his rival? Edward Barbary comes into the sights of Inspector Bucket.

Bucket's detecting skills are called into question when another body is discovered and a new Inspector joins the force. Hawdon goes for promotion but makes a discovery about Frances which leaves Honoria devastated. Later, dramatic events bring Frances and Honoria closer than they have ever been, but both of them are forced to make decisions that will change their lives forever.

Already facing financial ruin Edward Barbary's situation deteriorates when Scrooge demands his loan is repaid. Devastated by the loss of Jip, Amelia is comforted and surprised when Compeyson arrives with a present and a declaration. Meanwhile, Arthur's drinking nearly gets the better of him and Compeyson is forced to teach him a lesson, while Bucket gets a major new lead.

It's Christmas Eve and as Amelia and Arthur Havisham gather to hear the reading of their father's will their lives are left in turmoil by the unexpected contents. Elsewhere, a young boy makes a macabre discovery in an alleyway. Later, as the news of a murder filters through the Christmas day celebrations and Inspector Bucket begins his investigation.