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Elizabeth George's detective duo, Lynley and Havers, returns to tackle a brutal serial killer in this gripping narrative. New Scotland Yard's aristocratic Acting Superintendent Thomas Lynley and demoted Constable Barbara Havers begin their investigation when the body of a teenage boy is discovered atop a tomb. Their urgency escalates upon uncovering three similar cases, but they face complications when the first three victims are revealed to be nonwhite. Lynley's superior, fearing accusations of racism for the department's inaction, implements a damage control strategy that frustrates Lynley and hinders their progress. A key investigator is reassigned to handle media relations, replaced by an unwanted profiler, and a reporter's presence threatens Lynley’s privacy, potentially endangering his pregnant wife. As they delve deeper, Lynley and Havers uncover a troubling link to an organization called Colossus, which had connections to all four deceased boys. The situation intensifies with a fifth death that deviates from the established pattern, raising questions about whether the killer is evolving or if another sinister force is at play. This tale showcases the challenges of police work in London, emphasizing the themes of perseverance and intuition.