We are presented with an alternative Russian Empire of the early 20th century. In it, magic coexists with technical progress, and the foundation of both is malachirium—a material that the state watches over very strictly. So strictly that a separate College of Magical Security exists, investigating crimes in this sphere. It is precisely there that Mikhail Skuratov, a descendant of a noble family who, due to tragic events, has remained the last in his line, applies to serve.
In the fourth book, Skuratov gets closer and closer to the main organizer of jade нефрит smuggling, and the criminal—ideally—should not be saved even by high-ranking patrons. Especially since Skuratov’s chief is finally someone devoted to his work, genuinely concerned for the magical security of the Empire. Revenge for the death of his family is also not complete: Skuratov and the Zakhrebetnik are on the trail of a traitor who once worked for Mikhail’s family. The hero is also destined to be sent on a business trip to the Urals—the heart of malachirium extraction—where Skuratov will not only have to confront ancient chthonic forces of this land, but also acquire a new dangerous enemy, and perhaps meet a woman who will capture his heart. Listen to the continuation of this exciting story!