Inspector Lynley

Amazon.com

The Inspector Lynley Mysteries 2 finds the mismatched police detectives from Elizabeth George's novels somewhat more harmonious than in their previous quartet of BBC/PBS dramas. While aristocratic Detective Inspector Thomas Lynley (Nathaniel Parker) and his working class, protégée-partner Detective Sergeant Barbara Havers (Sharon Small) maintain a shaky trust, they develop a firm regard and respect for one another, even making small inroads into each other's personal lives. Not that romance is in the air: One can spot the occasional wistful look on their faces, but the emerging intimacy between Lynley and Havers has more to do with sharing tough times in the trenches of murder investigations.

Playing for the Ashes concerns the killing of a respected cricket star and the strange constellation of suspects directly or indirectly connected to him, including an estranged wife, an angry lover, a maternal philanthropist and her streetwalker daughter, an untrustworthy agent, and a network of animal-liberation activists. Lynley and Havers find, not surprisingly, that looking into a high-profile murder is a slow and hazardous venture; all the more so in In the Presence of the Enemy, a tense thriller about a kidnapped girl whose abductor demands that a powerful newspaper editor publicly confess he is the child's secret father. While Lynley searches for clues in London, Havers teams with an eager detective in a small town and is instantly uneasy about the latter's emotionally unbalanced mother and girlfriend. A Suitable Vengeance is set deep within the intrigues of Lynley's wealthy family. Havers shows up as a guest at her partner's Cornwall estate to help celebrate Lynley's wedding engagement, but is soon navigating old grudges between family members when Lynley's drug-addicted brother becomes a suspect in the death of a shopkeeper. Finally, Deception on His Mind strains Lynley and Havers's relationship a bit when the latter's investigation of the murder of a Pakistani man is called into question by an old chum. A harrowing climax leaves enough ethical and narrative ambiguity to make one yearn for more in the Lynley-Havers series. --Tom Keogh

Description

The most celebrated detective duo in years is back on the case. Nathaniel Parker (Far from the Madding Crowd) and Sharon Small (About A Boy) return as the New Scotland Yard team of Detective Inspector Thomas Lynley and Detective Sergeant Barbara Havers in four riveting murder mysteries that take them from seedy urban underbellies to posh country estates in search of whodunit. The misfit tandem of the suave Inspector and the rumpled Sergeant has evolved from cultural rivalry into a successful team of close friends and confidantes. But solving murders isn't their only problem. In addition to his puzzling caseload, Lynley struggles with his blossoming relationship with Helen (Lesley Vickerage), while Havers grapples with both newfound personal freedom and professional challenges. Inspired by a string of successful cases, Lynley and Havers unravel a fresh caseload of heinous, suspenseful crimes, each based on a novel by Elizabeth George. Playing For The Ashes The murder of a beloved sports star leads to a loaded lineup of key suspects and bizarre twists. Without much cooperation from a dysfunctional family and other odd "players," Lynley and Havers break the rules to tease the killer out of hiding. In the Presence of the Enemy The abduction and killing of a Government minister's daughter brings Lynley into a lethal web of political and personal unrest. But after another child is kidnapped, the pair must decipher the deceit and pinpoint the murderer to stop a second senseless killing. A Suitable Vengeance When a local shopkeeper is found dead, a celebration of the Inspector's engagement to Helen at his impressive family estate becomes a murder investigation. But the biggest surprise is the key suspect: Lynley's drug-addict brother, Peter. Deception on His Mind While Lynley is honeymooning in Mexico, the body of a young Asian man is found on the beach, leading to a trail of racial tensions, family loyalties and illicit sexuality. Havers, after discovering an old police school chum is on the case, sets off to ensnare the killer. Special DVD features include: link to the Mystery! Web site; scene selections; and closed captions. On four DVD5 discs. Region coding: All regions. Audio: Dolby stereo. Screen format: Letterboxed.

Customer Reviews:

Inspecter Lynley #2.......2007-06-13

Love the whole series. The only thing is that it is to hear the conversations, especially Sharon's, But the acting and plots are great.
I have them all. I wish there more of the Inspector Lynley's series.

terrific cast, entertaining stories.......2007-05-15

I have now purchased all of the DI lynley DVDs and I enjoyed every one - each story is full of engaging storylines, wonderful acting and a stressful, but believable partnership between two people who come from different sides of the tracks.

I have also read many of the books by Elizabeth George - but I think the movies won me over because of the crisp adaptations without too much detail where it wasn't neccessary - and engaging actors who bring these stories to life. Nathaniel Parker and Sharon Small are really outstanding in these roles.

Inspector Lynley Mysteries.......2007-03-08

We are so delighted with the Inspector Lynley and Barbara Havers mysteries. We have all four sets and absolutely waiting eagerly for the next series. Hurry up!

Thank you,

Paul & Judy Langer

DVD's vs BOOKS.......2007-01-13

I've read all of the Inspector Lynley books. These DVD's do come close to doing the books justice; however, some of the suspense is passed over because of time. Nevertheless, I think the stories run relatively true.
In the beginning, I didn't like the two people playing Lynley and Chevers, but I have grown used to them. The woman playing Helen, Lynley's love interest, is perfect for her part.

SUPER SERIES.......2006-03-22

You'll get hooked once you start this series.
Can not go wrong with purchasing this set or any one of the series.

The Inspector Lynley Mysteries Series 1, 2, & 3

Average customer rating:

British mystery fan
Lynley & Havers Rock!!
The best of the British mysteries
A captivating collection of 13 episodes of backstabbing, intrigue, and murder

The Inspector Lynley Mysteries Series 1, 2, & 3
Starring: Nathaniel Parker , Sharon Small , Anthony Calf , Amanda Ryan , and Emma Fielding
Director: Richard Laxton , Tim Leandro , and Edward Bennett
Manufacturer: WGBH BOSTON
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

Thrillers | Mystery & Suspense | Genres | DVD | Video

Mystery | Mystery & Suspense | Genres | DVD | Video

General | Mystery & Suspense | Genres | DVD | Video

WGBH Boston | Television | Genres | DVD | Video

Mystery & Suspense | Boxed Sets | Stores | DVD | Video

( I ) | Titles | Features | DVD | Video
Similar Items:

ASIN: B0009UZG82
Release Date: 2005-11-01

Description

Inspector Thomas Lynley and Sergeant Barbara Havers, the most celebrated British detective duo in years, employ cunning, intuition, and street smarts to unravel some of the most heinous and suspenseful crimes. Despite their obvious differences- he is an upper-crust aristocrat, while she is decidedly working class- the sleuths evolve into a potent team, deciphering tantalizing mysteries. Based on the popular detective novels of Elizabeth George, and starring Nathaniel Parker (Far from the Madding Crowd) and Sharon Small (About a Boy). Includes A Great Deliverance, Series 1, Series 2, and Series 3--13 Inspector Lynley mysteries in all.

Customer Reviews:

British mystery fan.......2007-01-10

I like the author, Elizabeth George, and I like these adaptations. They do not follow the story line all the time, but they are still excellent.

Lynley & Havers Rock!!.......2006-11-10

Wait. They're British, and somewhat understated, so they can't really ROCK!!! But they rock anyway. Best detective series out there (other than Foyle's War).

The best of the British mysteries.......2006-10-07

Over the years I have seen several of the Inspector Lynley mysteries and was very impressed. This collection provides 13 intriguing episodes including the premier. The pairing of Lynley and Havers makes for great characters and brisk repartee between the lofty Inspector and the common sargent Havers. This is really a great mystery series with suspenseful plots and very talented actors. The DVDs are of high quality and the first series has quite few extras. Well worth the money.

A captivating collection of 13 episodes of backstabbing, intrigue, and murder.......2005-12-09

The Inspector Lynley Mysteries Series 1, 2, & 3 is a three-DVD compilation of Mystery! episodes originally aired on Public Television, centering upon the British detective duo of upper- crust aristocrat Inspector Thomas Lynley and intuitive working-class Sergeant Barbara Havers. Special features include a virtual tour of the Mystery! studio, closed captions and descriptive video for the visually impaired, a Q&A session with lead actors Nathaniel Parker and Sharon Small, and much more. A captivating collection of 13 episodes of backstabbing, intrigue, and murder, including the pilot, offering hours of viewing suspense. Approx. 1244 minutes on 13 DVDs, color.

Average customer rating:

Beware: Addictive!
Caveat Emptor - duplicate titles
Bah Humbug!

Inspector Lynley - Mysteries Series 1 & 2
Starring: Inspector Lynley Mysteries
Manufacturer: WGBH BOSTON
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

General | Drama | Genres | DVD | Video

Thrillers | Mystery & Suspense | Genres | DVD | Video

General | Mystery & Suspense | Genres | DVD | Video

General | Television | Genres | DVD | Video

WGBH Boston | Television | Genres | DVD | Video

( I ) | Titles | Features | DVD | Video

Drama | Boxed Sets | Stores | DVD | Video

Television | Boxed Sets | Stores | DVD | Video

Mystery & Suspense | Boxed Sets | Stores | DVD | Video
Similar Items:

ASIN: B0002XVRT8
Release Date: 2004-11-23

Description

The gruesome murder of a country farmer is a puzzling case, but it's Inspector Lynley's new partner, Sergeant Barbara Havers (Sharon Small, About a Boy), who's proving indecipherable. Despite being mirror opposites, this marriage made at police headquarters must thrive in order to solve a heinous crime. Based on the best-selling mystery by Elizabeth George, A Great Deliverance introduces Inspector Thomas Lynley (Nathaniel Parker, Far from the Maddding Crowd) with first-rate performances and abundant amounts of nail-biting suspense. Then, Inspector Lynley and Srgt. Havers, the most celebrated British detective duo in years, return, employing cunning, intuition, and street smarts to unravel some of the most heinous—and suspenseful—crimes. Despite their obvious differences, the sleuths are evolving into a potent team, deciphering four more tantalizing mysteries:Well-Schooled In Murder, Payment in Blood, For The Sake Of Elena, and Missing Joseph. And finally, Nathaniel Parker returns as Inspector Lynley, in the latest series of mysteries, Playing for the Ashes, In the Presence of the Enemy, A Suitable Vengeance, and Deception on His Mind.

Special DVD features include: virtual tour of the Mystery! studio; Q&A with Nathaniel Parker and Sharon Small; selected cast filmographies; selected cast list; biography for Diana Rigg, host of Mystery!; bibliography for Elizabeth George; selected cast list; link to the Mystery! Web site; scene selections; closed captions; and described video for the visually impaired.

On five DVD9 discs and four DVD5 discs. Region coding: All regions. Audio: Dolby stereo. Screen format: letterboxed.

Customer Reviews:

Beware: Addictive!.......2006-03-25

I purchased this set knowing nothing about the series. Over the course of two semi-sleepless nights, I viewed 15 hours of Detective Lynley and his partner, Detective Havers. Normally, I don't forego sleep to view DVDs, but after watching the series pilot, The Great Deliverance, I was hooked!

Each episode is 90 minutes long, a movie unto itself. There are always oodles of suspects and the interplay between Lynley and Havers makes for compelling entertainment.

Be forewarned, if you wish to experience sleep deprivation, this series is for you. Or, with restraint, you may have 90 minute interludes with Lynley and Havers, over a period of nine nights.

Caveat Emptor - duplicate titles.......2004-12-08

5 stars for the product
1 stars for the product information on the site. I had to go to another place altogether to find out the information I needed to make an informed decision.

Nowhere in the product description (at Amazon) does it tell you all the episodes included in this set, which are:

A Great Deliverance, Well-Schooled In Murder, Payment in Blood, For The Sake Of Elena, Missing Joseph, Playing for the Ashes, In the Presence of the Enemy, A Suitable Vengeance, and Deception on His Mind.

FYI, these titles are also contained in other sets:
A Great Deliverance
The Inspector Lynley Mysteries
The Inspector Lynley Mysteries 2

Bah Humbug!.......2004-10-03

Having already purchased set 1 and about to purchase set 2, I am distressed to see that a complete(?) set will come out in November. As of October 3rd, there are no posted details on Amazon, except that it will contain Great Deliverance, consist of 9 DVDs and play for 900 minutes. This appears to be set 1 & 2 plus Great Deliverance. Judging by the price, I feel that once again, I am being penalized for buying too early.

Strangely, as of 10/3/04, Amazon is listing three separate DVDs from set 2 - basically released within the same month. What is the point of so many options in a series that only has 9 episodes?

I am increasingly irritated by the artificial packaging of British shows in "series" of 4 episodes. Even though each show is often less than 90 minutes, the packages are always one episode per DVD. The list price looks good if you count the DVDs, but the cost per hour is often higher than that of recent movies. When one considers the age of some of these series, the word exploitation comes to mind.

A worse case is the Morse series, which can only be purchased in single episodes on Amazon. Many of these shows are very old. Anyone wishing to buy them all would pay a small fortune. Inevitably, they will be repackaged and many people will buy the sets, even though they will include episodes already purchased.

DVD:

DVD

DVD