Ep 19. A Dozen Red Roses

The Mentalist Season 1 Episode 19, "A Dozen Red Roses," is the recurring crime procedural that viewers have come to love. Patrick Jane (Simon Baker), the show's main character, is a former psychic turned consultant for the California Bureau of Investigation (CBI). In this episode, a wealthy gentleman named Stephen Ireland is murdered in his home. His wife, Monica, called the police after discovering the body. The CBI team, led by Agent Teresa Lisbon (Robin Tunney), is called in to investigate.

As the team arrives at the house, they find that there is no sign of forced entry, and the security system had not been activated. Patrick observes the scene and begins to piece together what might have happened. The crime scene was too clean, and there's no way that the killer could have made their way out of the house without triggering any alarms. Patrick believes that the killer had help from the inside.

The CBI team starts their investigation by interviewing the family and staff of the residence. They meet with Stephen's three daughters and learn that one of them, Angela, had a strained relationship with her father. Additionally, they speak with Monica, who is eager to help the investigation, but Patrick notices that she might not be telling the truth. The CBI team quickly narrows down their list of suspects to the family members and staff members who had access to the house.

As Patrick assesses the scene, he discovers a clue that he thinks can help solve the case. He finds a small note hidden behind the cushion in Stephen's lounge chair that reads, "A bath draws the petals. All because of you." Patrick immediately thinks of the English poet Robert Browning and his poem "Porphyria's Lover." Patrick believes that the note was left by the killer and that it is a clue to help solve the case.

The CBI team starts to investigate the poem's meaning and what the killer's motive might be, but they hit a dead end and cannot seem to make the connection. Meanwhile, Patrick receives a package with a dozen red roses. He becomes increasingly paranoid and thinks that someone is trying to send him a message. Patrick believes that the killer must have sent the roses and that they are somehow connected to the case.

As the investigation progresses, the team finds themselves in a race against time to solve the case before the killer strikes again. Lisbon and her team must use all their resources and knowledge to uncover the identity of the murderer, and with Patrick's help, they realize something critical that may have otherwise gone unnoticed. The Mentalist Season 1 Episode 19, "A Dozen Red Roses" is a compelling and thrilling episode that showcases the show's ability to blend police procedural and psychological thriller elements.

In conclusion, The Mentalist Season 1 Episode 19, "A Dozen Red Roses," is a well-written and engaging episode that provides viewers with a unique and exciting storyline. With its excellent acting, compelling characters, and intelligent writing, this episode is a must-watch for fans of the crime procedural genre.