THE DROWNING TREE

An elite college is proud of its history. After a controversial lecture by an alumna casts doubts on a portion of that proud history, the lecturer is found dead in the river. Was it really suicide? Her best friend, Juno, possibly the last person to have seen her alive, is soon drawn into the investigation as she becomes increasing convinced that the death was murder. Christine Marshall fits herself into the role of Juno, who, as storyteller, invests herself in the outcome of the investigation. Marshall also presents distinct voices for the core group of characters, maintaining a good pace as the plot details the history and interrelations of those involved. J.E.M. (c) AudioFile 2004, Portland, Maine [Published: DEC 04/ JAN 05]