Payment in Blood (Inspector Lynley, #2)
Payment in Blood (Inspector Lynley, #2)
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Novel • Fiction
Scotland • 1980s
1993
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Payment in Blood by Elizabeth George is a mystery novel where Detective Inspector Thomas Lynley and his partner, Sergeant Barbara Havers, investigate the murder of a playwright at a secluded Scottish estate. The pair uncovers complex relationships and motives as they work to solve the case amidst the artistic community.
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Payment in Blood by Elizabeth George receives praise for its intricate plotting and well-developed characters. However, some readers find its pacing slow and filled with excessive detail. The novel's atmospheric settings and strong dialogue are complimented, while its complex narrative may be challenging for some. Overall, it delivers a compelling mystery with depth.
Who Should Read Payment in Blood (Inspector Lynley, #2)?
Fans of intricate mysteries and character-driven plots will enjoy Elizabeth George's Payment in Blood. Readers who appreciate the nuanced storytelling of P.D. James or the atmospheric tension in Agatha Christie's works will find this novel engaging. Ideal for those who crave depth in detective fiction.
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Elizabeth George's Inspector Lynley series, including Payment in Blood, is renowned for its richly detailed settings, which offer readers an immersive experience in the English countryside, though George herself is an American author.
The Inspector Lynley series, to which Payment in Blood belongs, was adapted into a successful British television series, broadening the global fan base for George's mystery novels.
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Novel • Fiction
Scotland • 1980s
1993
Adult
18+ years
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