Vera Wong's Guide to Snooping (on a Dead Man) by Jesse Q. Sutanto

Book Review

Apr 01, 2025

Genre & Modality

Mystery
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Spoiler-Free Synopsis

Fresh off her successful debut as an amateur sleuth in Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers, Vera Wong is basking in the glow of newfound appreciation from her friends and family, who have finally learned to accept (and maybe even secretly enjoy) her "aggressive love" and strong opinions. But Vera's peaceful existence is disrupted when she encounters a woman in need of help, igniting her investigative instincts once more. This time, Vera's mission is to track down a missing influencer, a man whose online persona is far from his reality.

My Rating & Review

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars

Jesse Q. Sutanto is back with more of Vera Wong's delightfully nosy escapades in Vera Wong's Guide to Snooping (on a Dead Man). Vera, feisty as ever and soaking in the success of her previous sleuthing adventure, dives headfirst into a new mystery involving a missing influencer, armed with her culinary prowess, her uncanny knack for reading people, and a healthy dose of newfound confidence. The familiar, quirky cast from Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers returns as Vera navigates a fresh batch of suspects, all tangled up in a web of intrigue that's bigger than anyone imagined. Sutanto cleverly peels back the layers of Vera's character, revealing not just a busybody with strong opinions, but a fiercely loyal friend you'd absolutely want in your corner – especially if you've got a secret that needs uncovering. If you, like me, have a soft spot for cozy mysteries starring deceptively clever older women (think Miss Marple meets Jessica Fletcher with a dash of three-cup chicken), then grab a cup of tea (Vera-approved, of course) and prepare to be thoroughly entertained.