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A private investigator must discover the whereabouts of a missing granddaughter of a congressman in author Tracey Lampley’s “All Money Ain’t Good Money: A Jinx Curry Mystery Book 1”.
The Synopsis
The Private Investigator
As a novice private investigator, Jinx Curry could f*ck up a wet dream. But as an experienced PI, she hates her job. The single mom spends her days spying on cheating wives and husbands, but she aches for more importance.
When her boss, Capricorn Hayes, finally assigns Jinx a missing persons case involving a congressman’s missing granddaughter, Jinx jumps at the chance. Not only to solve it, but to earn the fifty-thousand-dollar bonus that would pay her bills, and get a menacing creditor off her back.
But the investigation proves more dangerous and costly than Jinx believes. After an unknown individual in a black Corvette nearly runs Jinx down and begins stalking her, Jinx has to sacrifice her relationship with her daughter by sending Arielle to live with her father. Can Jinx find the congressman’s daughter while surviving her stalker? Or will this job be her last?
The Players
Deebo: He’s the scintillating rapper who may be secretly married to the missing teen. A marriage revelation infringes on the rapper’s rising-star status. Did Deebo off his wife to preserve record sales?
Bam: He’s Jinx’s childhood friend who loaned the sleuth a boatload of money. With Jinx unable to repay the loan, has Bam decided to make an example out of Jinx for lack of repayment?
Elena: She’s the missing person. Perhaps Elena doesn’t want to be found. Will she kill Jinx to prevent the sleuth from exposing her location?
Young Calloway: He’s the Georgetown Law School dropout and only grandson of Congressman Calloway. After Jinx discovers the rivalry between Elena and Young Calloway, Jinx also uncovers Young Calloway’s dark past. Has Young Calloway decided to eliminate Jinx to cover up his crimes?
Congressman Calloway: Up for re-election, the congressman cannot afford a family scandal. Did he hire Jinx to find Elena to coverup the young teen’s possible murder? If so, has he decided to eliminate Jinx to clean up the family mess?
The Review
A rich and mesmerizing mystery, the author perfectly balances the dynamic character developments with the unfolding mystery of this young woman’s disappearance. The protagonist is a strong yet vulnerable heroine who evolves and grows over time during this story in a way that feels real and honest about the situation. The action and intrigue that go into this narrative allow the mystery to unfold at a great pace, never revealing too much too soon.
The author was able to incorporate so many different themes into this story. From racism and corruption to family dynamics and vengeance, the story managed to not only bring readers into the investigation but also mirror the main story with Jinx’s personal growth and the threats she faced in her own life. The tension that built over time and the empathy that the protagonist brought to the investigations made her instantly engaging to readers.
The Verdict
Memorable, adrenaline-filled, and thrilling author Tracey Lampley’s “All Money Ain’t Good Money” is a must-read mystery thriller and a perfect introduction to Jinx’s private investigation series. The narrative twists and turns and Jinx’s shocking final moments will have readers clamoring for more. If you haven’t yet, be sure to grab your copy today!
Rating: 10/10
About the Author
When she is not writing, Tracey Lampley loves attending and watching sporting events such as WNBA, NBA, college football and NFL football. Currently Tracey is completing her MA in Creative Writing at Southern New Hampshire University. She already holds an MS in Publishing from Pace University and a BA in English/Technical & Scientific Communication from Miami University of Ohio. She resides in the metro Atlanta, Georgia area with her pooch Neo and near her daughter Asia.
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Website: https://traceylampley.com
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Blog Tour Calendar
August 12th @ The Muffin
Join us as we celebrate the launch of Tracey Lampley’s novel All Money Ain’t Good Money. Read an interview with the author and enter to win a copy of her book.
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August 14th @ Words by Webb
Stop by for today’s review of All Money Ain’t Good Money – a Jinx Curry Mystery.
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August 16th @ My Beauty My Books
Want a fun read for the weekend? Check out the spotlight on All Money Ain’t Good Money by Tracey Lampley.
August 17th @ Writer Advice
Novelist Tracey Lampley shares her thoughts on the value of planting a red herring.
August 19 @ Lisa Haselton’s Reviews and Interviews
Let’s take a peek at the life of an author with today’s interview of Tracey Lampley.
August 21st @ Chapter Break
Tracey Lampley, who writes about private investigator Jinx Curry, posts about why we all love a flawed protaganist.
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August 22nd @ Knotty Needle
The Knotty Needle will be reviewing All Money Ain’t Good Money by Tracey Lampley.
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August 22nd @ Book Room Reviews
Stop by for a surprise guest post by Tracey Lampley, author of All Money Ain’t Good Money.
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August 24th @ Author Anthony Avina
Learn how Tracey Lampley made the Leap from Novella to Novel in today’s guest post plus a review of All Money Ain’t Good Money by Anthony Avina.
https://authoranthonyavinablog.wordpress.com
August 28th @ Create Write Now
In today’s spotlight, learn more about the first Jinx Curry mystery: All Money Ain’t Good Money.
https://www.createwritenow.com/journal-writing-blog
August 30th @ Choices
Tracey Lampley, author of All Money Ain’t Good Money, is telling us the six authors she’d like to invite for a dinner party in today’s guest post.
August 31st @ A Wonderful World of Words
Novelist Tracey Lampley writes about what her life was like before she began writing today at Wonderful World of Words.
https://awonderfulworldofwordsa.blogspot.com
September 3rd @ StoreyBook Reviews
Drop by for a review of All Money Ain’t Good Money by Tracey Lampley.
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September 4th @ Author Anthony Avina
Enjoy Anthony Avina’s review of All Money Ain’t Good Money by Tracey Lampley.
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September 5 @ Word Magic
Tracey Lampley, author of All Money Ain’t Good Money, is writing about life with her canine buddy Neo.
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September 6th @ A Story Book World
Looking for a new novel? Today’s spotlight is on All Money Ain’t Good Money by Tracey Lampley.
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September 7 @ Boys’ Mom Reads!
Tracey Lampley’s All Money Ain’t Good Money is reviewed today by Karen of Boys’ Mom Reads.
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September 9th @ Nikki’s Book Reviews
Along with a review of All Money Ain’t Good Money, author Tracey Lampley will be posting about what she likes best about Live Sports Events.
http://nikkitsbookreviews.wordpress.com
September 12th @ Reading Is My Remedy
Struggle with what your characters should say? Author Tracey Lampley’s guest post is about writing realistic dialogue. They’ll also be a review of her novel All Money Ain’t Good Money.
https://readingismyremedy.wordpress.com
September 14th @ That’s So Nitra
Learn the difference between Macro editing and Micro editing with the help of Tracey Lampley.
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September 15th @ Boots, Shoes and Fashion
In today’s interview, learn more about Tracey Lampley, author of the first book in the Jinx Curry mystery series: All Money Ain’t Good Money.
