A controversial book and a disastrous affair have made Jim Glass a public laughing-stock and a figure of hate. Now the disgraced historian wants to get away from his past and the ruins of his career. In a secluded community on a little-known island in the Thames Estuary he thinks he has found peace and quiet in which to lick his wounds and start thinking about a fresh start. But Havensea is no ordinary island. It is a place where the past is always only just around the corner. History just won't leave him alone - and the island also seems to have plans for him. On Havensea there is no such thing as a chance encounter. Pretty soon Jim finds himself in plenty of trouble and up to his neck in ancient mysteries and modern conspiracy, danger and weirdness; and he learns that Havensea's secrets are not only archaeological, and that some deaths are more permanent than others. Jim also finds out a great deal about himself, including just how far he is prepared to go to protect the things he cares about. Once again there's a woman involved - but this time it's different and more than Jim's reputation is on the line. The Forgotten Stars is the first book in the Havensea trilogy. It will be followed by Secret Songs and The Hand of Fire.