Linda A. (skymama) reviewed on 5/29/2014 + 14 more book reviews

The Private Patient is an intriguing story of murder in an unlikely setting, the recovery ward of a private hospital clinic in the country. The victim, Rhoda Gradwyn, has a reputation of investigative journalism that strikes concern in the heart of many people, great and small. Everyone has a dark secret. Right? Is this patient here in Cheverell Manor for treatment or is she up to something more dangerous? The story of her scarred face that she has finally chosen to repair reveals her dark past. She is found dead in her bed, one day after the successful surgery. Strangled! Now Inspector Dalgliesh and his team is challenged by the case which involves the hospital staff, acquaintances, and village people. A released child killer Has she struck again? When her former boyfriend is also found murdered, the pressure mounts. Who will be next and why?

This story is typical P.D. James with snatches of clues left as bread crumbs for the reader. Don't try to figure it out too soon. You will be wrong.

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