Ep 4. If Wishes Were Horses

Inspector Lynley Mysteries is a British crime television show that features Inspector Thomas Lynley and Sergeant Barbara Havers as they solve mysteries in London. Season 3 episode 4 is titled "If Wishes Were Horses" and features the duo investigating a murder at a racing stable.

The episode begins with a gruesome discovery by stable owner and jockey, Rupert Hainault. His prized stallion has been brutally murdered and left in the stables. He immediately calls the police to report the crime. Inspector Lynley and Sergeant Havers are called to the scene to investigate.

The detectives soon learn that several people had motive to harm the animal, including a group of animal rights activists who had previously threatened the stable owner. However, as the investigation continues, they find that the motive for the horse's murder runs deeper than simply an animal rights disagreement. There is a tangled web of deception and motive among the stable's employees and those involved in horse-racing.

As the suspects begin to mount, the detectives must untangle the web of deceit and lies to find the real killer. Along the way, they encounter broken relationships, dangerous rivalries, and a secret that threatens to ruin the lives of those involved.

The plot takes many twists and turns, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats as they try to solve the mystery alongside the detectives. The episode is filled with suspense, as well as emotional moments that reveal the suspects' backstories and motives.

Overall, "If Wishes Were Horses" is an engaging episode of Inspector Lynley Mysteries. It keeps viewers engaged and provides a satisfying conclusion to the mystery. Fans of the show and those who enjoy crime dramas will not be disappointed.