Vera Wong is a lonely 60-year-old lady living in SF's Chinatown who owns a failing teahouse business downstairs. Despite living alone, Vera is independent, disciplined, and always up for learning new things. One morning, she discovers a dead man holding a flash drive in the middle of her shop; Vera calls the police only after swiping the USB drive. Now, as a responsible and concerned citizen, not to mention someone who might've gravely interfered with the investigation, Vera must find the killer on her own.

VERA WONG is a cozy mystery filled with humor, twists, and, even better, references to tea and lots of food—I was drooling half the time reading this book! Vera is a quirky and relatable character, and I love her no-nonsense and sometimes pushy demeanor. Other characters are similarly lovable, and I find myself rooting for them even though they are murder suspects!

Through Vera's quest to solve the mystery, she develops friendships with the young people around her. I adore the heartwarming message that underscores the importance of elders developing new relationships. And Vera's advice cracks me up every time