Vera Wongs Unsolicited Advice for Murderers By Jesse Sutanto
In Jesse Q. Sutanto's captivating mystery, "Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers," readers are introduced to Vera Wong, a lonely shopkeeper residing above her forgotten tea shop in San Francisco's Chinatown. Despite her solitude, Vera is no ordinary elderly lady; she revels in sipping Wulong tea and discreetly investigating her Gen-Z son's activities online.
However, Vera's routine takes an unexpected turn when she discovers a dead man in her tea shop, holding a mysterious flash drive. Instead of relying solely on the police, Vera, driven by her suspicions and a desire to outdo the authorities, swipes the flash drive for herself. Convinced the killer will return, she takes it upon herself to uncover the truth.
What Vera doesn't anticipate is the unexpected friendships that blossom with her customers, leading her to care deeply for each one. As the protective matriarch, Vera faces the dilemma of potentially sacrificing one of her newfound "chicks" to the police. Sutanto weaves a tale that blends mystery, humor, and the warmth of human connections, making "Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers" a delightful and intriguing read that showcases the tenacity of an unconventional detective 📚❤️