A compelling installment in the Inspector Lynley series, Deception on His Mind begins when a member of the local Asian community is found murdered in a small seaside town on the Essex coast. Sergeant Barbara Havers and Inspector Thomas Lynley are drawn into an investigation that uncovers prejudice, hidden loyalties, and long-buried secrets. As tensions rise within the community and personal stakes intensify, the detectives must navigate a complex web of lies and cultural divides. Elizabeth George combines social commentary with psychological depth, creating a mystery that is both suspenseful and thought-provoking.
Pages: 754
Publication Year: 1997
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Language: English
Original Language: English
Author: Elizabeth George
Series: Inspector Lynley mysteries
ISBN-10: 0340688823
ISBN-13: 9780340688823
Format: Hardcover / Paperback editions
Intended Audience: Adults who enjoy layered psychological crime fiction and socially aware mysteries
