Playing for the Ashes

By: Elizabeth George

Narrated by: Donada Peters

"The story begins with my father, actually, and the fact that I'm the one who's answerable for his death. It was not my first crime, as you will see, but it is the one my mother couldn't forgive."

In her astonishing New York Times bestseller, acclaimed author Elizabeth George reveals the even darker truth behind this startling confession. Playing for the Ashes is a rich tale of passion, murder and love in which Inspector Thomas Lynley and Detective Sergeant Barbara Havers once again
find themselves embroiled in a case where nothing--and no one--is really what it seems. Intense, suspenseful and brilliantly written, Playing for the
Ashes will make readers "search out the sleuthing pair's first six adventures...a treasure," as Cosmopolitan predicted in their review.

Critic reviews

“Those who haven’t discovered Elizabeth George . . . should rush to read Playing for the Ashes.”—Us

“Compelling . . . indefinitely engrossing.”—People

“Gritty and satisfying!”—The New Yorker

“A master of the modern English mystery.”—Entertainment Weekly

Insightful

Believable, sympathetic characterization
Lucid writing
Excellent English usage : such a rare experience !
Hold the attention

Intriguing Mystery

I really liked this book. To be honest, it's long and I felt an emotional toll after I finished it. It included some realities that are hard to think about but I feel the author did a really good job. In places, my heart ached. Through the characters you were able to see and feel how making bad choices affected not only themselves but their loved ones.

There were a few different storylines going on and even after listening to 3/4 of the book I could not see how these were all going to be brought together, let alone solve the mystery. However, the author was able to tie everything up and the mystery had a surprise ending.

This is not a "fluff" mystery. Readers who are looking for an intriguing mystery that will make them think and reflect will enjoy this book.

Extraordinary

Of all the Lynley novels this is the most satisfying. All our inner circle are there, but several other worlds are meticulously and sensuously created and intertwined. I wish you joy!

My favorite Elizabeth George novel so far!

I am enjoying listening to the Inspector Lynley Series in order. The back story is as enjoyable as the mystery!!

Lost interest

Love the author and narrator, but this mystery has too many unnecessary branches. It’s the only novel by Elizabeth George that I wish I had not read.