The Subtle Pleasures of Indiscretion

Summary

Everyone’s favorite moral philosopher and amateur sleuth, Isabel Dalhousie, is back and faces personal and professional conundrums that will require all her savvy and sophistication to untangle.

Isabel has an unwavering commitment to her principles, which means she is often asked to advise on the sensitive personal affairs of others—even when her instincts suggest she demur.

First, Isabel has a surprise encounter with an old schoolmate who has recently discovered the existence of a long-lost half-brother. The woman is worried about what this revelation will mean to her family and wants Isabel’s help managing her newfound relative. Meanwhile, Isabel’s husband, Jamie, has been offered the gig of his dreams—the opportunity to play in a series of concerts at a prestigious venue in London. After meeting the organizer, it becomes clear to Isabel that the woman has in mind something more intimate than just a musical collaboration. Should she tell Jamie her suspicions, or would he take that as a lack of faith in his talent?

And finally, the ever-frustrating Professor Lettuce finds his reputation called into question—strangely, by none other than his loyal ally Professor Dove. Not surprisingly, Isabel gets caught in the middle. Readers once again will delight in seeing how Isabel uses her pragmatic sensibility and kindness to navigate these tricky situations.