This was a great debut with a lot of red herrings. Yes it was a whodunit story, but it was also so much more and delved into how newsroom stories are conducted. This didn’t add anything to the story for me, as when I first requested it, I just figured I would be reading a cozy mystery, but it was also done well so it didn’t bother me either. I’ll definitely be interested to see what happens in the next book.


Thank you NetGalley and the publishers for the arc in exchange for a fair and honest review.

If you’re writing about a journalist, the writing better be good…and it is! The whole story was well written from relatable characters to a solid mystery that makes you want more, more more! Looking forward to more in this new series.

Another great mystery book. A fun whodunit which follows the journalism profession. A great storyline with lots of red herrings.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC. Looking forward to reading more from this author.

What a great novel! As a former reporter and a current Public Information Officer, I can vouch that Christina Estes shares an accurate (while fictionalized) insider look at newsrooms, the news industry, reporters and everything that goes into 'getting the story.' I recognized many of the characters as types of people I've worked with - past and present - and a good number of the newsroom conversations depicted are ones I've heard myself.

References to national news of the day give readers a look at our country, consumers of media, celebs and reporters who wish they were celebs.

This book will be beloved by those in the industry as well as readers who love a good page turner. It's funny, thoughtful and a great read. I can't wait for the next book!