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A Traitor to Memory

An Inspector Lynley Novel: 11
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A Traitor to Memory by Elizabeth George delves into the tangled life of a brilliant violinist who loses his ability to play. As he seeks to uncover the reasons behind his sudden loss, a parallel investigation unfolds involving a hit-and-run incident. The narrative intertwines the personal struggles and a complex mystery, exploring themes of memory, guilt, and the impact of buried secrets.
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If you enjoy intricate crime plots with complex characters and psychological depth, this thriller by Elizabeth George may captivate you. It offers a gripping exploration of memory, trust, and betrayal, perfect for fans of intricate and suspense-filled narratives.

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A Traitor to Memory

The eleventh novel in the best-selling Inspector Lynley mystery series

The tenth novel in the best-selling Inspector Lynley mystery series

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Twenty-eight-year-old virtuoso violinist Gideon Davies has lost not only his memory of music but also his ability to play the instrument he mastered as a five-year-old prodigy. All he can remember is a single name: Sonia.

Then, one rainy evening, Gideon's mother, Eugenie, travels to London for a mysterious appointment. But before she is able to reach her destination, a car swoops out of nowhere and kills her in the street.

In pursuing Eugenie's killer, Lynley and Havers come to know a group of people whose lives are inextricably connected by a long-ago death, a trial, and a prison sentence handed down as retribution for a crime no one has spoken of for twenty years.

A Traitor to Memory by Elizabeth George weaves a gripping tale of mystery, memory, and the intricacies of human relationships.

Series: Inspector Lynley

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A Traitor to Memory is praised for its absorbing, traditional crime novel style, with intricate character connections and a suspenseful atmosphere. It's noted for Elizabeth George's ability to weave engaging narratives through character depth, disturbing action, and police procedures, culminating in a striking ending. Critics commend the book's intricate plot and psychological insight, with comparisons made to PD James for its convincing portrayal of complex themes.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444738391

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 August 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 52.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 554g

Pages: 816

About the Author

Elizabeth George is the author of highly acclaimed novels of psychological suspense. She won the Anthony and Agatha Best First Novel awards in America and received the Grand Prix de Litt rature Polici re in France. In 1990 she was awarded the prestigious German prize for international mystery fiction, the MIMI. Her novels have now been adapted for television by the BBC. An Edgar and Macavity Nominee as well as a New York Times and international bestselling author, Elizabeth George lives on Whidbey Island in the state of Washington. Visit Elizabeth's website at www.elizabethgeorgeonline.com

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