Foyle's War

The finale opens on May 2, 1945. All of England knows that Hitler is dead. Hastings is waiting for word from Churchill that the papers have been signed and the four year, eight month nightmare is over.



Coming home is not all it's cracked up to be. Returning vets find it very hard to adjust to life after the fighting stops.



Changes are on the way. The police station is closing. DCS Christopher Foyle is really retiring this time. Paul Milner is waiting for confirmation on a transfer (and a promotion) to Brighton. Edith Milner is heavily pregnant and ready to give birth any day. No one knows what will become of Sam. Andrew Foyle makes his return to civilian life from the RAF, off flying status with a sinus problem.



Foyle becomes involved in the preparations for a citywide celebration on what will be called VE Day - Victory in Europe. During the planning, there are not one but two killings of the committee members. There are dirty little secrets to be uncovered as the murders are solved.



The years following WWII were difficult ones in England. Still, all looked bright as Paul Milner's transfer came through, the baby was born and VE Day was official. The end was here, but it was just the beginning.



I am very sad that Foyle's War came to an end. This is one of my favorite series ever to come out of the UK. I will miss the sharp writing, the mysteries, the great history lessons, and Michael Kitchen's wry portrayal of Christopher Foyle. A fond farewell to a job well done.