Trouble in Queenstown

Private investigator Vandy Myrick returns to her hometown of Queenstown, New Jersey, seeking refuge and a fresh start after her life as a cop fell apart. In this tight-knit community of nine thousand residents, Vandy builds her practice on divorce cases until the mayor's nephew hires her for what appears to be routine surveillance work. When a racially charged murder with ties to her client's family erupts in Q-Town, Vandy discovers the case runs far deeper than adultery and betrayal. As a Black woman operating in a small community where privacy comes at a premium, she faces mounting opposition while pursuing a truth that powerful people want buried.

Bahni Turpin delivers a commanding performance that captures both Vandy's vulnerability and fierce determination. Her nuanced portrayal brings depth to the supporting characters while maintaining the protagonist's distinctive voice throughout the investigation's twists and complications. Turpin's pacing allows listeners to absorb the novel's exploration of grief, family dynamics, and racial tensions without losing the momentum of the central mystery. The audio format particularly enhances the intimate, first-person perspective of Vandy's internal struggles, making her journey from broken ex-cop to determined private eye feel immediate and personal.