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The Punishment She Deserves

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The Punishment She Deserves

Written by: Elizabeth George
Narrated by: Simon Vance
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 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

Detective Sergeant Barbara Havers and Detective Inspector Thomas Lynley are forced to confront the past as they try to solve a crime that threatens to tear apart the very fabric of a quiet, historic medieval town in England

The cozy, bucolic town of Ludlow is stunned when one of its most revered and respected citizens--Ian Druitt, the local deacon--is accused of a serious crime. Then, while in police custody, Ian is found dead. Did he kill himself? Or was he murdered?

When Barbara Havers is sent to Ludlow to investigate the chain of events that led to Ian's death, all the evidence points to suicide. But Barbara can't shake the feeling that she's missing something. She decides to take a closer look at the seemingly ordinary inhabitants of Ludlow--mainly elderly retirees and college students--and discovers that almost everyone in town has something to hide.

A masterful work of suspense, The Punishment She Deserves sets Detective Sergeant Barbara Havers and Inspector Thomas Lynley against one of their most intricate cases. Fans of the longtime series will love the many characters from Elizabeth George's previous novels who join Lynley and Havers, and readers new to the series will quickly see why she is one of the most popular and critically acclaimed writers of our time. Both a page-turner and a deeply complex story about the lies we tell, the lies we believe, and the redemption we need, this novel will be remembered as one of George's best. Detective Fiction Mystery Police Procedural Traditional Detectives Crime Solider Suspense
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Sometimes a long story can drag on but it was entertaining throughout the characters and performances outstanding.

From begging to end i enjoyed this book

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It has been a long time since I had read a Lynley novel. And I was pleasantly surprised to see that Ms. George has not tired of her characters and still writes a fine mystery. I like the way she explores the various characters: their motivations and in this case, their dysfunctional family lives and how this has impacted them. The depiction of the struggle with alcohol experienced by Isabelle is particularly evocative and enlightening. I've already decided to read the next one. Cheers to Barbara Havers and her tap shoes (spoiler).

A pleasant reunion

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Great voices and story! Elizabeth George and Simon Vance at their best. Easily a recommendation

Engaging listen

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This book is a compelling read. Takes a few unexpected turns to an exciting finish. a who done it that is not easy to figure out.

Linley and Havers Together Again.!

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It’s New Scotland Yard at it’s best. Lynley and Haversack unraveling details of crimes in the English countryside. A classic whodunnit.... I can’t wait for the next one!

Classic Elizabeth George!

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