Ep 16. Violets

In The Mentalist season 6 episode 16, titled "Violets", the CBI team is called in to investigate the murder of a young woman named Violet whom they later discover was a prostitute.

As they dig deeper, they find out that Violet was not just any ordinary prostitute but was working with a high-end escort service providing her services to some of the most powerful men in the city. Her clientele list includes prominent businessmen, politicians, and even a judge.

The team quickly realizes that the case is not going to be an open and shut one. They struggle to trace the killer's motive as they discover all of Violet's clients had a motive to kill her. Together with Patrick Jane's uncanny ability to read people and solve puzzles, the team digs deeper, interviewing witnesses and following leads, trying to find the killer's identity.

But the investigation is not just about solving the murder. The case also forces the team to confront their own feelings about prostitution, morality and the power dynamics at play between the clients and the sex workers.

Throughout the episode, the tension between the characters grows as each of them navigates their own feelings about the death of Violet and the people who played a role in her life. In particular, Jane is forced to confront his own biases and judgments as he works through the evidence.

One of the twists and turns in this episode will not be revealed here as we do not want to spoil it for viewers. However, suffice to say that the killer turns out to be someone who the team never suspected, and the motive behind the murder is more complex than they ever could have imagined.

In conclusion, "Violets" is a captivating episode that explores deeply complex and controversial themes around prostitution, morality, and power dynamics. It’s a gritty and intense episode that keeps you on the edge of your seat until the very end, showcasing the talented actors and excellent writing that makes The Mentalist such a gem of a show.