The Foreign Exchange, Veronica G. Henry
The Foreign Exchange, Veronica G. Henry
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The Foreign Exchange

Author: Veronica G. Henry

Narrator: Robin Miles

Unabridged: 10 hr 11 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/28/2023

Synopsis

A Vodou priestess turned amateur sleuth investigating a ritual murder is embroiled in an insidious case of corruption that reaches beyond the shadows of New Orleans.After solving a crime blamed on Vodou in New Orleans’s French Quarter, Vodou priestess turned amateur detective Reina Dumond has returned to her benevolent work as a healer. But when her friend and enigmatic client Evangeline “Vangie” Stiles comes to her for a spell, Mambo Reina quickly realizes what Vangie really needs is a sleuth.Something is amiss in the Stileses’ marriage. Five thousand dollars has inexplicably appeared in the bank account Vangie shares with her scam-artist husband, Arthur, and she smells trouble. So does Reina. Especially when her investigation into Arthur’s likely new con leads to murder. Considering the manner of death and the signs on the victim’s body, Reina recognizes it for what it is: ritual magic of the vodouisant kind.As Reina digs deeper, she encounters a conspiracy exploiting vulnerable youth—one of whom may have abilities just like hers. With the help of her friends Darryl and Tyka, Reina must hone her ever-evolving skills to uncover a mystery that reaches further than she imagined.

About Veronica G. Henry

Veronica G. Henry is the author of Bacchanal and, in the Mambo Reina series, The Quarter Storm and The Foreign Exchange. Her work has debuted at #1 on multiple Amazon bestseller charts and was chosen as an editors’ pick for Best African American Fantasy. She is a Viable Paradise alum and a member of SFWA and the MWA. Her stories have appeared, or are forthcoming, in the Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction and FIYAH literary magazine. For more information, visit www.veronicahenry.net.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Adeline

I enjoyed this book immensely. The essence of New Orleans comes through clearly as you follow Mambo Reina on her quest to solve a mystery for a friend. Ms Henry says she was inspired to write this story after learning of the Africa to NBA pipeline. As someone who lives in Africa, this was news to me......more

Goodreads review by Sarah

Duly initiated Vodou priestess Mambo Reina Dumond is back & ready to catch a second murderer. This is the very-recently-released second book in the Mambo Reina series & after finishing it I’ve decided that I need the third one published ASAP! Mambo Reina can’t turn down a client in need, and that’s w......more

Goodreads review by Angie

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher 47North - pub date 2/28/2023. Unfortunately, I am a nitwit and didn't realize this was #2. Whoops. As I am of the opinion that most books in a non-epic mystery series should be readable without having read all the previous installments, I plunged ahead. Besides t......more

Goodreads review by Lisa

Very disappointing, book 1 was amazing Sadly, this book was close to horrible. The first book in the series was one of my favorite books. I did give 3 stars because I love the characters and the author has something good going with them and lots of stuff forming but it needs to fit together better.......more

Quotes

“Robin Miles enchants as she introduces New Orleans Mambo (Priestess) Reina Dumond, who practices Vodou, Haitian-African magic. Listeners meet kindhearted Mambo and her close friends, 20-something wrestler Tyka and talkative chef Darryl.… This is an energetically rendered mystery-fantasy with mouthy, gutsy Tyka being the standout. Miles's feisty Mambo uses her ingenuity and clever magic (explanations are riveting) to uncover the city's dark underworld. Heartbreaking Katrina memories and fascinating lore add realism as Mambo uncovers a real estate scam and learns that African boys are being secretly "recruited" for the NBA. Mambo's thwarted cooking attempts provide humor…. Miles's narration is delightful.” —AudioFile Magazine, Earphones Award Winner“Urban fantasy fans will be drawn in by the vibrant NOLA setting and the charming cast.” —Publishers Weekly“This engaging exploration of New Orleans and voodoo traditions is a delightful read.” —Booklist

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