I have read several reviews where Midsomer Murders is written off post Series 9, I have to take issue with that, as Series 10 features some excellent episodes, I really loved The Axeman cometh and The Animal within, Death in a Chocolate Box is another excellent episode from what I'd class a very strong series.
The plot is very intriguing, very clever, very detailed, it's not a simple one, granted, but the show has had many complex mysteries over the years, this is just another episode with an intricate plot, where you need to concentrate a little harder.
It starts well, progresses nicely, and features a fantastic conclusion. I've always liked this story, it's different, and we get to see a very different side of Tom, we learn a little more about what makes him tick, Nettles is very, very good here. He's in fine company, Clare Higgins is fabulous, Chris Barrie and Edward Petherbridge are also very good.
A really clever, traditional murder mystery.