The Lady Upstairs

By: Halley Sutton

Narrated by: Bahni Turpin

"A racy and hard-to-put-down piece of neo-noir."--Washington Post

A modern-day noir featuring a twisty cat-and-mouse chase, this dark debut thriller tells the story of a woman who makes a living taking down terrible men...then finds herself in over her head and with blood on her hands. The only way out? Pull off one final con.

Jo's job is blackmailing the most lecherous men in Los Angeles--handsy Hollywood producers, adulterous actors, corrupt cops. Sure, she likes the money she's making, which comes in handy for the debt she is paying off, but it's also a chance to take back power for the women of the city. Eager to prove herself to her coworker Lou and their enigmatic boss, known only as the Lady Upstairs, Jo takes on bigger and riskier jobs.

When one of her targets is murdered, both the Lady Upstairs and the LAPD have Jo in their sights. Desperate to escape the consequences of her failed job, she decides to take on just one more sting--bringing down a rising political star. It's her biggest con yet--and she will do it behind the Lady's back, freeing both herself and Lou. But Jo soon learns that Lou and the Lady have secrets of their own, and that no woman is safe when there is a life-changing payout on the line.

A delicious debut thriller crackling with wit and an unforgettable feminist voice, The Lady Upstairs is a chilling and endlessly surprising take on female revenge.

Almost Predictable

A good story with a decent twist at the end, but part of the ending was predictable. Some of the descriptions of the characters were a bit trite, but at least they were not dwelt on. It was an easy “read” and not overly emotional. I did contemplate giving up on the book at one point, but I am glad I finished it.

Decent

Definitely predictable but good, would suggest to friends, enjoyed the book as a whole, narration good

Up & coming best selling author

This book was incredible! Half way through I couldn’t put it down. I wanted to know who the Lady was and where Jo’s story was going to lead. Can’t wait for this author’s next book.

Great Listen!

Love, love, loved the characters and how well I could imagine their grit - especially the lead lady Jo, I can always judge a good book when it stays with me for days after I am done reading/listening, and this one definitely did!

Great premise

Overall, an entertaining listen! I had kind of figured it out, but still enjoyed the story,