Careless in Red

The thirteenth novel in the bestselling series that inspired BBC's Lynley

It is barely three months since the murder of his wife.

Walking the cliffs of Cornwall in an attempt to recover from his loss, the last thing Thomas Lynley expects to find is a body.

At first sight, the young man seems to have died in a climbing accident. But soon, against his every intention, Lynley finds himself drawn into a murder inquiry. This time, as a potential suspect . . .

Praise for Careless in Red

'A first-class, page-turning read'
The Times

'Readers who value writing that is intelligent, surprising, sexy, funny, compassionate and wise should find Careless in Red a delight'
Washington Post

'Elizabeth George's best Lynley mystery to date'
Choice Magazine

'George delivers, once again, a mystery imbued with psychological suspense and in-depth characterisation'
Booklist

'Her account of surfers' lives, with their terrifying techniques and almost religious passion is worth reading'
Literary Review