The Violin Conspiracy: A Novel

"Ray McMillian is practicing for the Tchaikovsky competition in Russia when his family violin is stolen from his New York hotel room and replaced with a new sneaker and a ransom note. The whodunit becomes a tour through the pressure of competition and family feuds and an exposé on the prejudice faced by Black performers. This is a fast-paced, crisp read infused with a love of music, determination and perseverance."