Out of the Deep I Cry

The Clare Fergusson/Russ Van Series, Book 3

By: Julia Spencer-Fleming

Narrated by: Suzanne Toren

Hot on the heels of her multiaward-winning debut, In the Bleak Midwinter, Julia Spencer-Fleming delivers the latest captivating mystery in her acclaimed series.

When the local doctor disappears from the small town of Millers Kill, New York, it doesn't take long for the gossip mongers to start insinuating foul play. Amid escalating suspicions that he was "disposed of" due to his ongoing fight to prevent authorities from cutting his clinic's funding, Episcopal priest Clare Fergusson and police chief Russ van Alstyne are enlisted to investigate. Neither could have bargained for what they discover, however, as they pursue an investigation that takes them deep into the past - to the Jazz Age, Prohibition, and the Great Depression - and to a series of sordid and horrifying secrets one family will risk everything to keep hidden.

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It’s complicated. The characters are real and complex.

I found this series by following a narrator that I enjoy listening to And have enjoyed the evolution of these characters over the first three novels. I’m looking forward to the next book in the series… Definitely binge worthy – this is not fluffy and so far, it’s also not been Spicy.

I’m glad that there are more books in the series and I plan to space them out in between other reading although it is tempting to binge read .

Multilayered Story

This audiobook reminded me that there is always more to a story. This is especially true when it comes to family dramas. Spenser-Fleming weaves a wonderful tapestry of love, morality, history, sorrow, mystery, murder and needless death in Out of the Deep.

Amen

Suzanne, your rendition of Clare has the perfect nuance of a Carolinian absorbing the upper-state NY speak. One thing which may have already been brought to your attention is that we Episcopalians say “AH-men,” not “AY-men.” I look forward to reading your next book!

Best in the series so far!

I don’t know why this author isn’t more well-known. She is a very good writer and the characters are relatable. They are imperfect and flawed, but likable and I always root for them. Definitely recommend!

More Intrigue in the Adirondacks

Another excellent book based in small town Adirondacks. Anyone familiar with North Country looking for an easy escape, this book is a real page turner. Loved it.