Delia Pitts Discusses Her Mystery Novel "Death of An Ex"

The Vandy Mrick Mystery Series

• 📚 Delia Pitts discusses her new mystery novel, "Death of An Ex," the second in the Vandy Mrick series.
• 💡 The author reveals that the follow-up was planned from the beginning of the first book, aiming to delve deeper into Vandy's past.
• 🎯 The plot specifically focuses on Vandy's ex-husband to explore her past life in more detail.

Inspiration for Vandy

• 🕵️‍♀️ Pitts shares that a cousin in Chicago who ran a small security agency in the 70s inspired the character of Vandy.
• ✍️ While her cousin's agency didn't handle extreme cases, the private eye concept was a direct influence.

Setting and Background

• 🏘️ The book's setting, Queenstown, is inspired by Pitts's hometown of Hightstown, central New Jersey, capturing its diversity and complexity.
• 🎓 Pitts has an interesting background with a doctorate in African history and administrative experience at Rutgers University.
• 🎬 Her transition to fiction writing was driven by a lifelong love for film noir and detective stories.

Future of the Series

• 🗓️ A third book in the Vandy Mrick series is confirmed and expected in about a year and a half.
• 🌟 Fans can anticipate more adventures and excitement for the protagonist, Vandy.