A review by debimorton
A Great Deliverance, by Elizabeth George

challenging dark emotional mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Murder of father. Introduces Lynley and Havers. Roberta, Gillian. Felt blindsided by abuse. Solid mystery series start.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Abandonment, Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Incest, and Sexual assault

Moderate: Eating disorder, Pedophilia, Death of parent, Animal death, and Mental illness