Ep 4. Piece of my Heart (2)

DCI Banks is a gripping crime drama series produced by Stephen Tompkinson and plays the role of the determined, hard-hitting DCI Banks. The show follows the life of DCI Banks, an officer in the Yorkshire police force, as he attempts to solve a variety of bizarre and dire crimes along with his team. The fourth season of this show was aired on ITV in 2014. The season 4 episode 4, named 'Piece of my Heart (2)', is a continuation of the third episode of the season named 'Piece of my Heart (1)' and is the second part of the story.

The episode begins where the previous episode had ended, with DCI Banks and his team still carrying out the investigation of the murder of the retired music teacher, Jennifer Lewis. The team finds a clue that leads them to a band named 'Silent Witness'. The band consists of four ex-musicians who were a part of Jennifer Lewis's music group, and they were all in love with her. The investigation takes a dark turn when DCI Banks realises that the victim knew about a gruesome incident from 40 years ago, which the suspects might have committed.

As the investigation proceeds, they discover that a man named Barney, who was the only witness to the murder, is in a safe house. Upon visiting him, DCI Banks finds out that Barney has a connection to one of the suspects. The team also finds another clue in Jennifer Lewis’s house, which leads them to a pub where Jennifer had once played piano. There, they talk to the pub owner and find out about Jennifer's secrets and how her life was complicated.

Meanwhile, the team also has to deal with their own personal struggles. DCI Banks is trying to deal with his mother's deteriorating health, which is affecting his focus on the case. Also, the forensic investigator, Winsome (Charlotte Riley), has to confront her own demons when she realises that one of the suspects is an old boyfriend.

As the investigation progresses, the team becomes more involved in the case, leading to a shocking climax in the end. The team pieces together the evidence to arrive at a crucial decision that changes the course of the investigation. In addition, there are unexpected events that unfold in the final moments of the episode, which will leave the audience gasping for breath.

In conclusion, Piece of my Heart (2) is a gripping episode that takes the viewer to the edge of their seats with its intricate plotline and unexpected twists and turns. The episode deals with dark and challenging themes, which it addresses with realistic portrayal and sensitivity. The show is a must-watch for fans of crime drama who appreciate complex storytelling and character development.