Dark Room

THE NIGHTINGALE CLINIC, LAVERSTOCK,

SALISBURY, WILTSHIRE

one page sent via fax (handwritten) to:

Adam Kingsley

Hellingdon Hall

Nr. Fordingbridge, HAMPSHIRE.

Date: Sunday, 26th June, 1994

Time: 20:50

Dear Mr. Kingsley,

Is there any chance of your coming to the clinic tomorrow morning or afternoon for an informal chat about Jinx's progress? She is, as I am sure you are aware, a private person, and finds it difficult to talk about herself, but it would be helpful for me to have a clearer picture of her history and background. I have some problems understanding what compelled her to make an attempt on her life when she presents as a self-reliant and, in the oircumstances of her tragic widowhood, well-adjusted personality. I would welcome your views on this. One idea I'd like to discuss is the possibility of a joint session where, under my guidance, you and Jinx can explore any rifts that may have developed between you. She is clearly fond of you, but retains a certain ambivalence following the death of her husband. I have tried telephoning but, in the absence of a reply, may I suggest that you call first thing tomorrow with a convenient time. Please be assured that I know how busy you are and wouldn't trouble you if I didn't believe it to be important.

With best wishes,

Alan Protheroe

HELLINGDON HALL,

NR. FORDINGBRIDGE

HAMPSHIRE

facsimile: 27.6.1994 09:45 *one page sent

Dear Mr. Protheroe,

If the brief you were given is beyond your capabilities, please advise me immediately. I understood my daughter would be allowed to recover at her own speed and in her own time.

Yours sincerely,

Adam Kingsley