"Additional Attendee" by Josh Harper delivers a captivating and darkly humorous whodunit. Paul, a narcissistic part-time actor, is convinced his wife is having an affair with their dog trainer, only to stumble upon the trainer's corpse and his wife's disappearance. With the help of the alluring front desk person, Paul navigates a maze of deceit, greed, and lust among his fellow tenants. As he confronts his own flaws, Paul must focus on solving the mystery before he becomes the prime suspect. Combining the intrigue of Anthony Horowitz and the grit of Elmore Leonard, this novel is a sharp, existential comedy that's both smart and snarky.

What a fun read! Paul, the main character, is the narrator. He is not the most likable guy, but he is funny and I found myself rooting for him as the story progresses. He occasionally addresses the reader directly, which I enjoy (in this way the book is similar to “Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone”). The mystery is compelling and ends with a couple of surprises. I did feel like some parts were a little too unbelievable and drawn out, which is why this is 4 rather than 5 stars. I will be picking up the next book in this series when it comes out!