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The Hanging Tree

John Milton, Book 25

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The Hanging Tree

By: Mark Dawson
Narrated by: David Thorpe
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Deep in the Kentucky hills, justice is still dealt from the end of a rope.

When John Milton stumbles into a small town plagued by scams, secrets, and a brutal criminal family, he plans to keep his head down. But after a deadly ambush leaves him tied up and dragged into the Appalachians, Milton finds himself face-to-face with an ancient tree—and a noose meant for his neck.

As he fights to survive, Milton uncovers a sprawling conspiracy: a crooked banker, a string of ruined lives, and a drug operation hiding in plain sight. With time running out and bodies piling up, Milton must bring the whole operation crashing down.

The Hanging Tree is a relentless, edge-of-your-seat thriller packed with action, vivid characters, and the cold steel of frontier justice.

©2025 Mark Dawson (P)2025 W.F. Howes Ltd International Mystery & Crime Mystery
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Another in the brilliant John Milton series. One of the best so far. As always I am looking forward to the next one.

Another excellent Story

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Yet another fantastic tale with great descriptions, human insights and moral rectification. can't wait for the next tale of Milton's mischief

Pace and Twist

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I love all the John Milton stories, but this one was particularly good. Here's to the next one!

Consistently 5☆

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Loved the story Milton kept me hooked from start to finish can not wait for the next adventure

Brilliant as usual

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Mark Dawson is an absolute legend, I never get bored with his books. Just when you think he must be running out of ideas, out comes another gem. The Milton series has me riveted, I just do not want it to end. Every book is thoroughly entertaining from start to finish. The narration by David Thorpe is outstanding he really brings everything to life.
This book is nothing short of excellent, the storyline runs along at a fast pace, it is set in a Hill Billy setting but with a modern theme, very clever dynamics. I will not say too much as you need to read/Listen for yourself. If you have not read any of the series, do yourself a favour and start at the beginning. Not only is this series great but you also have the Group 15 books, Charlie Cooper books and Atticus Priest series that all are brilliant.

Wow is all I can say

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