Mission Improbable: Vietnam (A Blanche Murninghan Mystery) by Nancy Nau Sullivan – Review by Tanya Wall, January 2024

Mission Improbable:Vietnam by Nancy Nau Sullivan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

“Mission Improbable” by Nancy Nau Sullivan turned out to be a surprise gem, considering I didn’t realize it was the third book in the Blanche Murninghan Mystery series. Thankfully, you can dive into this one without feeling like you missed a beat. The mystery plot is packed with travel, amateur sleuthing, family drama, and a good dose of emotions.

The Vietnam setting is like an extra character in the story, adding a cool layer to the whole thing. Sullivan’s descriptions of post-Vietnam War Vietnam are so vivid; you can practically smell the rice paddies and feel the energy of Saigon. Blanche is a stubborn but relatable character, and her sidekicks, Jean and Stick, add depth and complexity to the narrative.

Sullivan really knows her history, and it shows. I’m thinking about going back to read the first two books in the series. If you’re into mysteries with a side of history and a splash of travel, this one’s worth a read.

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