Mango, Mambo, and Murder

“[Reyes] leaves readers anxious for a return.” 
—Deadly Pleasures“This is the perfect Fall read . . . I can’t recommend this one enough.”
—The Nerdy Girl Express“What a fun book that had me completely immersed in all aspects in this light and fresh whodunit. This well-written drama comes alive with the visually descriptive narrative from the engaging bilingual dialogue to a lovable cast of characters, and to a setting befitting the title.”
—Dru’s Book Musings“Featuring an appealing, whip-smart sleuth, and rich with the Latin culture and cuisine of south Florida, Mango, Mambo, and Murder is a delicious page-turner of a mystery. Me encantó. I loved it.”
—Ellen Byron, USA Today bestselling author of the Cajun Country Mysteries
“Mango, Mambo, and Murder is a spicy mystery rich with Caribbean food and an enchanting Cuban-American sleuth. A delightfully flavorful series debut from author Raquel V. Reyes.”
—Debra H. Goldstein, award winning author of the Sarah Blair mysteries
“Raquel V. Reyes’ Mango, Mambo, and Murder is a flavorful blend of culture, crime, and Caribbean cuisine. Reyes’ novel is a tasty addition to the culinary cozy canon.”
—Alexia Gordon, author of the Gethsemane Brown mysteries
“This mouthwatering Miami mystery will have you hungry for more adventures from the fierce working mom and food anthropologist sleuth.”
—Jennifer J. Chow, Lefty Award-Nominated Author of the Sassy Cat Mysteries
“Mango, Mambo, and Murder is a delicious glimpse into Caribbean culture and cuisine, with a satisfying mystery, but don’t  start reading if you’re hungry or in the middle of cooking. You may find that you’ve burned breakfast and are searching the Internet for Caribbean takeout. Don’t ask how I know this.”
—V. M. Burns, author of the Agatha Award-nominated Mystery Bookshop series
“With Mango, Mambo, and Murder, Raquel Reyes has set the gold standard for Miami mysteries. This book is simply delicious! I couldn’t put this down. The author’s writing is wonderfully conversational and a joy to read. I can’t wait for more adventures with Miriam! What a fun, refreshing new book in the cozy mystery genre.”
—Tamara Lush, author of the Coffee Shop mysteries
“Filled with colorful characters, mouth-watering food and twists and turns, it’s a mystery to savor. Raquel V. Reyes mixes the flavors of the local Caribbean community along with the ingredients for some taste-tempting dishes, adding a sprinkling of prime suspects in this delightful mystery.”
—Linda Wiken, author of the Dinner Club mysteries
“Five Mangoes! I loved Mango, Mambo, and Murder by Raquel V. Reyes. The mystery had plenty of twists and turns, and the entire story was about family and food…I can’t wait for the next book in the Caribbean Kitchen mysteries.”
—Traci Hall, author of the Scottish Shire mystery series
“Reyes’s debut is as bright as the Miami sun and as satisfying as a big pot of sancocho, with a kick like a shot of Cuban coffee.”
—Catriona McPherson, multi-award-winning author of the Last Ditch Motel series
“Grab yourself a cafecito and settle in to read MANGO, MAMBO, AND MURDER, Raquel V. Reyes’s refreshing and delicious spin on the cozy mystery genre. She deftly weaves the importance of food, family, and culture in her delicious Caribbean-tinged debut, while also producing an engaging mystery and a protagonist with the coolest job ever. This series is now on my insta-buy list, and I can’t wait to see what our beloved food anthropologist turned cooking show host cooks up next!”
—Mia P. Manansala, author of the Tita Rosie’s Kitchen Mystery Series
“A delicious culinary cozy that serves up both mouthwatering Caribbean food and a fun, family-centered mystery. I’m looking forward to food anthropologist Miriam Quiñones-Smith’s next adventure.”
—Gigi Pandian, award-winning author of the Accidental Alchemist Mysteries
“Raquel V. Reyes’s zesty debut Mango, Mambo, and Murder whet my appetite for more from the opening scene with her interesting cast of characters and oh, so satisfying ending.”
—Sherry Harris, author of the Sarah Winston Garage Sale mysteries 
“Mango, Mambo, and Murder introduces a Cuban-American mom turned sleuth, a
humorous cast of characters, and an intriguing mystery that will keep you turning
the pages while craving Caribbean food. A great debut by Raquel V. Reyes!”
—Tina Kashian, author of the best-selling Kebab Kitchen mysteries Raquel V. Reyes was raised in oppositional cultures. Her early childhood was not unlike an I Love Lucy rerun with a heavy-accented, handsome Cuban father and a red-headed Southern mother whose smile brightened the room. A short story fan all her life, Raquel’s stories are in several anthologies, including Mystery Most Theatrical, In the Midnight Hour, and Trouble No More. Raquel’s soul food is croquetas with a Jupiña chaser. She lives in Miami, where she watches the waters for mermaids and leviathan. US