An Unsuitable Job for a Woman

Based on the books by P.D. James. In Cordelia Gray's first case she is hired by an eminent scientist to investigate why his son, Cambridge University student Mark Callender, has taken his own life.

Cordelia is threatened. The victim's friends seem determined to deflect her investigation. Cordelia then discovers that his father Ronald will benefit from his son's death.

Cordelia goes undercover as a holiday relief at a hotel when the proprietor is accused by his wife of sexually harassing female staff. But on arrival, the woman has disappeared.

Cordelia is unsure who to trust after events at the hotel. The Hampson family is thrown into discord when a murderer strikes.

Cordelia finds herself conflicted as her investigation moves towards a conclusion.