Off the Air by Christina Estes

 

Jolene Garcia is a local TV reporter in Phoenix, Arizona, splitting her time between covering general assignments—anything from a monsoon storm to a newborn giraffe at the zoo—and special projects. Stories that take more time to research and produce. Stories that Jolene wants to tell.

When word gets out about a death at a radio station, Jolene and other journalists swarm the scene, intent on reporting the facts first. The body is soon identified as Larry Lemmon, a controversial talk show host, who died under suspicious circumstances. Jolene conducted his final interview, giving her and her station an advantage. But not for long.

As the story heats up, so does the competition. Jolene is determined to solve this murder. It’s an investigation that could make or break her career—if it doesn't break her first.

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About The Author

 

Christina Estes received the Tony Hillerman Prize for Best First Mystery Set in the Southwest for Off the Air. Her novel featuring a Phoenix TV reporter investigating the murder of a controversial talk show host was inspired by Christina's award-winning reporting career.

During 20-plus years in Phoenix, Christina has covered presidential campaigns, public policy, education and business. Her stories have ranged from the whimsical - like a fish visiting a dentist - to the weighty - such as witnessing a lethal injection. Having worked for several local TV stations, Christina now reports for the NPR member station in Phoenix.

Learn more about Christina at www.christinaestes.com

 

My Review

Talk about getting the scoop, well this story even has the national news looking to take over.
When a local radio controversial talk show host dies under mysterious circumstances everyone wants to know what happened!
We journey for answers and with that comes danger to a local reporter, but Jolene is determined.
With suspense comes danger and threats, and yet, she is determined to be the first with answers. Is her career on line?
There are surprises, and yet, Jolene is putting herself out there, but will it cost her her life? Will she get the story she desires or become the headline herself? Page turning will answer your questions!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher St. Martin's Press, and was not required to give a positive review.