The Silver Spoon Murder: A St James City Mystery

by Mitch Grant

Jim and Jill Story are retirees living a simple life in the fishing village of St. James City, Florida. But when an acquaintance of theirs is accused of murdering the area’s leading environmental activist, their quiet world is sent into disarray. Their tight-knit group of friends rallies to the man’s defense, but the authorities are convinced they have the right suspect. The physical evidence and a previous threat of a powerful Indian curse on the victim are enough for the local sheriff to charge their friend with murder.

But while Jim proposes an alternative theory involving an entity known as Big Sugar, a host of other suspects come to light. Was it a jealous husband, a resentful developer, a vengeful politician, or something far more sinister?

For fans of John D. MacDonald and Randy Wayne White, The Silver Spoon Murder:A Saint James City, Florida, Mystery is a taut island tale filled with suspense and intrigue that also takes an honest look at the serious environmental and developmental issues facing many communities in Southwest Florida today.

212 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 1, 2015

Reviews

[Joanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Much to his credit, Mitch Grant manages to include critical environmental issues - especially pertaining to Southern Florida - into his third and latest St. James City mystery. That and its setting and life style descriptions profiling specific land marks, fishing holes and watering holes in the Pine Island, North Captiva and Cabbage Key. That all makes is especially interesting and fun for we who love, visit and live in the area. The plot itself suggests there may be a sequel, particularly since several of the characters are well developed and primed for their next encounter with "bad guys"! The ending takes a turn that makes it at once thoughtful and a bit of a surprise.

[Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read them all and was thoroughly entertained! I can't wait for the next one!!