Turnabout Time by Paula Lester

Turnabout Time

A honeymoon trip turns into a whodunit

Written byPaula Lester
Narrated byAshley Music
Length5h10m
Release dateMay 26, 2022
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.9 (1,158 ratings)

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AuthorPaula Lester
NarratorAshley Music
Runtime5h10m
PublishedMay 26, 2022
Rating★★★★☆ 4.9 / 5 (1,158 ratings)
CategoriesMystery, Thriller & Suspense, Mystery, Cozy, Women Sleuths
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

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.

Tags: cozy mystery audiobookwhodunit with humorhoneymoon gone wrongromantic suspense audiolight mystery thriller

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

AudioBook Atlas

I went into *Turnabout Time* expecting a breezy cozy mystery, and what I got was a sunlit nightmare where no one is safe—not even the bride. Ashley Music’s narration is the secret weapon here; her ability to distinguish between Zoey’s frazzled internal monologue and the icy politeness of the in-laws made the audiobook feel like eavesdropping on a very high-stakes family reunion. The production is crisp, with no audible distractions, and the pacing is tight enough to keep me from hitting pause even during the slower reveals. That said, the resolution felt a tad too convenient, as if the killer’s motive hinged on one too many coincidences. And while the humor leavens the tension, a few jokes landed a beat too late, disrupting the rhythm. Still, these are minor quibbles in an otherwise delightful listen. If you’re a fan of Agatha Christie-style mysteries with a modern twist and a side of marital strife, this is the audiobook equivalent of a perfectly mixed Piña Colada—refreshing, intoxicating, and best enjoyed with a skeptical eye on your fellow vacationers.

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