All Money Ain’t Good Money by Tracey Lampley (Book Review #2103) – Review Tales

In All Money Ain’t Good Money, Tracey Lampley delivers a razor-sharp, gripping mystery that balances grit with heart, and suspense with soul. At the center is Jinx Curry—an unforgettable, refreshingly flawed private investigator who knows how to survive but longs for more than just catching cheating spouses and paying overdue bills.

When Jinx lands a high-stakes missing person case involving a congressman’s granddaughter, the $50,000 reward promises financial freedom. But what begins as a golden opportunity quickly spirals into something far more dangerous—forcing Jinx to send her daughter into hiding and push the boundaries of what she’s willing to sacrifice.

Lampley’s writing is brisk and bold, painting a vivid portrait of each suspect—from the swaggering rapper Deebo with a secret marriage, to the congressman whose political ambitions may be masking a deadly cover-up. Every character feels like a ticking time bomb, and readers are kept guessing until the final pages.

But what truly elevates the novel is Jinx herself. Equal parts smart, reckless, and emotionally raw, she’s the kind of woman detective fiction needs more of—one who’s rough around the edges, deeply human, and driven by both grit and grace. Her voice crackles with wit and vulnerability, and her maternal instinct grounds the story in real, relatable stakes.

All Money Ain’t Good Money isn’t just a mystery—it’s a fast-paced ride through deception, ambition, and survival, wrapped in a voice that’s entirely original. Fans of Veronica Mars, Sue Grafton, or Tana French will find much to love here. This is a striking debut that announces Tracey Lampley as a major talent to watch in the mystery/thriller genre.

Written by Jeyran Main

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