In Pursuit of the Proper Sinner by Elizabeth George

 I happened on to this author when I was searching Amazon for a different author I had heard about in a podcast. The reviews were so glowing, I thought I should try one. This particular mystery was very well-written with very intriguing English characters. However, the crime and milieu were so unpleasant that it kind of darkened my mood. The plot uncovered a specialized prostitution ring that had S&M as its main attraction. I was dismayed by the level of detail and descriptions of S&M, and probably should have left it alone. However, the Scotland Yard detectives were admirable, and I really wanted to know how they would eventually solve the murder that began the story. I finished it on our flight to Florida, and it made those four to six hours go by very quickly! I may try another one by this author, but will be more careful to read the reviews and see what the gist of the crime is before choosing one! This is #10 in a series of Inspector Lynley books, and I really liked his character as he tried to discipline Detective Barbara Havers. After a little break, I may try another one in this series. I really appreciate good writing and colorful, real characters, which this one definitely had!