Do you think a detective has the right to make people reveal personal and potentially embarrassing information about their lives? Explain your answer.

Does Dr. Lorrimer deserve to die? Remember, he intends to ruin Dr. Kerrison and ensure that Kerrison loses custody of his kids—all because of Lorrimer's jealousy.

If you were on a jury in the trial of Dr. Kerrison, would you vote for life imprisonment? Explain your answer.

Who is the least likable character, in your opinion? Give examples of his or her behavior and/or personality that makes you feel this way.

Did you realize before the end of the book that Dr. Kerrison is the murderer? If so, what clues gave you this revelation? If not, who did you think was guilty and why?

Which detective do you feel most drawn to—Dalgliesh or Massingham? What about...