A Fountain Filled With Blood

By: Julia Spencer-Fleming

Narrated by: Suzanne Toren

Nestled in the heart of the Adirondacks, Miller's Kill, New York, is about as safe as it gets. That's why Episcopal minister Clare Fergusson is shocked when the July Fourth weekend brings a rash of vicious assaults to the scenic town.

Even Clare's good friend, police chief Russ Van Alstyne, is shaken by the brutality of the crimes - especially when it appears that the victims were chosen because they are gay.

But when a third assault of an out-of-town developer ends in murder, Clare and Russ wonder if the recent crime wave is connected to the victim's controversial plan to open an upscale spa in Miller's Kill.

But not all things in the tiny town are what they seem - and soon, Clare and Russ are left to fight their unspoken attraction to one another even as they uncover a labyrinthine conspiracy that threatens to turn deadly for them both.

©2003 Julia Spencer-Fleming (P)2009 BBC Audiobooks

the story line of this book is beautifully written

the way the author writes about veterans and their demeanor and memories is so beautiful and respectful. I laughed out loud at her jokes and was shocked by the turns of the story.

Morality Murders in Millers Kill!

Would you listen to A Fountain Filled With Blood again? Why?

I have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know these characters. Julia Spencer-Fleming lets you in - which is a rare thing in most authors. They're all still growing, learning, changing & evolving - which means never a dull moment!

What other book might you compare A Fountain Filled With Blood to and why?

The only other series that comes close is the Chief Inspector Gamache series by Louise Penny.

Have you listened to any of Suzanne Toren’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I really like her

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Make a Joyful Noise

Accurate and Decent Story

I read this book; this was a first-time listen. The reader is quite good. As for mysteries, it’s not her best but the characters are well-written. The social issues that the Episcopal Church has wrestled with are well-stated. If you are new to this series, and unfamiliar with the Episcopal Church, some of those have been resolved. One criticism of the reader, the word is crucifer not crucifier. The first is one who carries a cross in the worship service, the second is someone who nails and individual to a cross. Also, in the EC, the word is pronounced Ah-men not Ay-men.

Great Listen

Smart, funny, medium-grisly violence, well developed characters that are not at all perfect. Well narrated too.

Amazing

Once you start listening, you don’t want to stop or get interrupted. The story is so well written, you feel like you are there living it. Feeling all their emotions.