A Traitor to Memory

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Families can be monstrous, and their secrets dangerous, as detectives Thomas Lynley and Barbara Havers discover while assisting the Hampstead police with the vehicular murder of a middle-aged divorcée. They find a connection to one of their superiors and delve into the life of Eugenie Davies, whose murder seems tied to her children: Gideon, a famous violinist struggling to play, and the long-deceased Sonia, whose drowning was shrouded in secrecy to protect Gideon's reputation. The nanny, Katja Wolff, recently released from prison, holds the key to the truth but has remained silent about that fateful night. As Lynley, Havers, and colleague Winston Nkata investigate, another hit-and-run occurs, broadening their list of suspects, including Wolff, Eugenie's suitor, her brother, and Gideon's mentor. Richard Davies, Eugenie's ex-husband, is also under scrutiny. Gideon's quest to uncover his family's past, aimed at salvaging his career, propels the narrative. The intertwining of his story with the investigation reveals the disturbing consequences of hidden truths. While the complex plot may present some flaws and slow pacing, Elizabeth George skillfully weaves the theme of family secrets, ensuring that fans of the series will find this installment compelling.