The Setup

In this captivating audiobook, journalist Pete Crooks delves into the intriguing world of Chris Butler, a retired cop running a private investigator firm in Concord, California, staffed exclusively by sharp, skilled “soccer mom” PIs. Initially drawn in by the firm’s glamorous appeal, Crooks uncovers a troubling reality as he investigates Butler's operations while preparing for a reality show. What begins as a ride-along quickly spirals into a complex tale of deception, hidden agendas, and crime, leading him to confront the murky intersections of reality television, police corruption, and unexpected danger.