Turnabout Time

About This Audiobook

Paula Lester delivers a cozy mystery that’s light on bloodshed but heavy on charm, making *Turnabout Time* a perfect listen for anyone craving a puzzle wrapped in hospitality. Zoey’s double honeymoon—shared awkwardly with her new in-laws—promises relaxation, but a body in the hotel pool derails the vacation faster than a bad Wi-Fi signal. What starts as a bridal party disaster unfolds into a cleverly constructed whodunit, where every guest’s alibi is as shaky as the hotel’s continental breakfast buffet. Lester’s prose sparkles with wit, and the setting—a sun-soaked resort with more secrets than sun loungers—becomes a character in its own right. If you’ve ever suspected your travel companions of harboring deadly intentions, this book will feel like a vacation from your own paranoia.

The audiobook elevates the experience with Ashley Music’s narration, which balances warmth and sharp humor. Music’s delivery of Zoey’s escalating panic—especially during a tense midnight stakeout—feels visceral, while her deadpan delivery of the in-laws’ passive-aggressive jabs adds layers of comedic gold. The pacing never drags, even during the inevitable second-act lull, thanks to Lester’s knack for doling out clues with the precision of a bartender mixing the perfect cocktail.