Brewing Up a Storm

About This Audiobook

Emma Lathen’s *Brewing Up a Storm* delivers a sharp cocktail of corporate intrigue, political maneuvering, and a puzzling death—all set against the clinking glasses of a high-stakes brewery launch. When a trailblazing non-alcoholic beer threatens to disrupt the lobbying status quo, the stage is set for a storm of controversy: congressional hearings, backroom deals, and a riot that feels ripped from the evening news. John Putnam Thatcher, Lathen’s dry-witted banker sleuth, is the perfect guide through this frothy mess, blending financial acumen with forensic curiosity to uncover who’s brewing up more than just profits. The novel crackles with wit and authenticity, skewering bureaucratic absurdity while keeping the stakes refreshingly high. Whether you’re a fan of cozy mysteries or political thrillers, this one simmers with enough flavor to satisfy both camps—without ever getting too bitter.

Deaver Brown’s narration is the cherry on top, transforming Thatcher’s sardonic commentary into a warm, inviting presence. Brown’s pacing is brisk but never rushed, giving each scandalous revelation the weight it deserves while keeping the momentum rolling. His delivery of the novel’s political and corporate jargon feels natural, never stumbling over the dense terminology that could bog down lesser performers. The result is an audiobook that’s as much a behind-the-scenes tour of Washington’s backrooms as it is a classic whodunit.