Fruits of the Poisonous Tree

The Joe Gunther Mysteries, Book 5

By: Archer Mayor

Narrated by: Tom Taylorson

When Gail Zigman, town selectwoman and Joe Gunther's companion of many years, is raped, Gunther finds himself caught between the media, local politicians, and a network of well-meaning victims' rights advocates as he tries to put his own feelings aside and follow a trail of evidence. Every lead points to a single obvious suspect, but is the evidence too perfect?

Risking his friendship with Gail, the respect of his peers, and his own life, Lieutenant Gunther keeps digging, hoping to find out if the man they have in jail is rightly there or if the evidence against him is tainted—what police call "fruits of the poisonous tree".

©2016 Archer Mayor (P)2016 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Another great one

So far, I think this is one of his best. I appreciate the suspense and character build up.!

Twist

The final twist was good but not far fetched. I wish I liked Gayle more. There’s something irritating about her. I’m basing this on all the books I’ve read so far. I find myself hoping for the breakup. It may have to do with the narrator’s choice for her voice. I’m not sure.

BEST OF THE SERIES SO FAR!

This was the best story-line so far in this series. The story was easy to follow unlike some of the others in the past. The narration was as excellent as we've come to expect from Tom Taylorson. I hope that doesn't change throughout the series. And I certainly hope the next book is as good as this one.

Great detective series continues!

Archer Mayor is skilled at blending a compelling story with vibrant characters, all the result of his writing skill. This story presented the emotional journey of both the victim and the man who loves her. Sensitive and real, it was powerful from start to finish. The narrator is also superb! His delivery and character voices added to the joy of listening to a well-spun mystery.

I lived in Vermont when Mayor was writing there but only recently discovered his books. “Better late than never” was never more true.

Throughly enjoyed

Loved reading the different aspects of each character. Each in-depth and thorough. It was nice getting a behind the scenes feel for a crime from beginning to end.