The Foreign Exchange: A Novel

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Veronica G. Henry's “The Foreign Exchange” is a thrilling and captivating mystery novel set in the enchanting city of New Orleans. The story follows Reina Dumond, a Vodou priestess turned amateur detective, as she tries to uncover the truth behind her friend Evangeline Stiles' marital problems. However, her investigation leads her to something much more sinister - a conspiracy that involves exploiting vulnerable youth and ritual magic of the vodouisant kind.

The writing in this book is excellent, and the world-building is impeccable. The author has done an outstanding job of creating an immersive setting that makes you feel like you are right there in New Orleans. The plot is well-crafted and highly entertaining, with enough twists and turns to keep you guessing until the very end.

What sets this book apart from other mysteries is its unique blend of Vodou/occult themes and elements. The author seamlessly weaves these into the story, giving it a fascinating depth that will leave readers thoroughly engaged.

The characters are well-developed and intriguing, particularly Reina Dumond, who is a strong and capable protagonist. Her evolving skills as a healer and sleuth make her a compelling character to follow. I also enjoyed the supporting cast of characters, including Darryl and Tyka.

Overall, “The Foreign Exchange” was an enjoyable read that held up well as a standalone novel. As someone who loves books set in New Orleans with occult themes, I found this book to be right up my alley. If you're looking for an engrossing mystery with supernatural elements, then I would highly recommend giving this book a read!

ARC Via NetGalley