From Library Journal
Thomas Lynley (the earl turned policeman) and Sergeant Havers focus their prodigious talents on uncovering the murderer of a young boy from an exclusive independent school near London. While author George necessarily centers the plot on solving the case, she adroitly plumbs the emotional and psychological depths of fully fleshed characters coping with various forms of personal stress in addition to the murder. As in her previous work ( A Great Deliverance ; Payment in Blood , LJ 7/1/89), George offers refined, feeling prose, an abiding sense of humanity, and a pervasive undercurrent of mystery. A necessary purchase, exceedingly fair and full of grace.

I read this some years ago and thought it was as good as the other books in the series. I especially liked the British background and atmosphere.

Sent off to brunton11 in the UK today as part of a trade. Enjoy!

Received today with some lovely cards. Thank you so much for initiating a trade. I'm looking forward to reading this book.

I really like George's style and have a few more Lynleys to look forward to :)

Left on the Bookcrossing shelf.