"Luscious . . . . Jo Morey's descriptions of the rainforest are extraordinarily vivid, conjuring up suffocating heat, unfamiliar vegetation and ravishingly beautiful orchids . . . . It's hard to believe this accomplished piece of crime fiction is Morey's debut." -- The Times (UK), "The best crime fiction of 2025 so far"

"Morey's fantastic debut brilliantly combines dual narratives that are equally compelling . . . . Wonderful . . . . Arresting from the first and will keep readers guessing until the dynamite conclusion. Fans of Gillian Flynn and Paula Hawkins will flock to it." -- Library Journal (starred review)

"[A] slow burn debut . . . . Morey's descriptions of the jungle are lush and immersive, and she delivers a chillingly effective payoff. This shows real promise." -- Publishers Weekly

"A transfixing gem of a novel about lies and secrets with a backdrop to die for--Jo Morey is an extraordinary writer and this is essential summer reading!" -- Matthew Blake, bestselling author of Anna O

"Suspenseful . . . Morey's sumptuous imagery and intricate plotting underscore the power of nature as a corrupting influence. Those familiar with The Mosquito Coast (1981) by Paul Theroux and The Beach (1996) by Alex Garland will appreciate this book's similarly unsettling atmosphere lurking beneath the veil of paradise." -- Booklist

"In this thrilling, atmospheric debut, a woman trapped in a dangerous relationship finds herself isolated in the Belizean jungle and caught up in a complex orchid smuggling effort linked to decades-old family sins. The title comes from a recurring phrase in the book: 'champagne dreams with lime juice money, ' eventually discovered to be lyrics to a song played during a significant, and long-forgotten, memory. That contrast--dreams vs. reality--forms the central axis of each character's development, negotiated well by some and disastrously by others." -- Crime Reads

"Lime Juice Money by Jo Morey is far more than a simple tropical escape; it's a searing journey vibrating with raw love, profound betrayal, deep-seated corruption, and insatiable greed . . . . Readers will be captivated by Laelia's fight for survival, left to wonder if she can unearth the resilience needed to overcome the shadows that threaten to engulf her . . . . This novel is a must-read for anyone seeking a twisty, suspenseful thriller with a truly distinctive and deeply human core. Check it out!" -- MSN.com

"This slow-burn suspense simmers with the intense flavours of the jungle . . . A smart, sexy debut." -- Jo Furniss, author of Dead Mile and The Last to Know

"A fresh and captivating debut as danger and secrets unfold in the Belize jungle. An absolute page-turner. This book is utterly addictive!" -- Julie Owen Moylan, author of Circus of Mirrors

"Jo Morey's luminous prose draws you deep into the dark heart of the Belize jungle where threat pulses from every corner. Lime Juice Money is a compelling, visceral, and atmospheric read." -- Lucy Clarke, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Surf House

"It's transporting and immersive and I felt entirely swept along. Jo Morey, with her lively prose, brings the jungle of Belize to life in all its lush glory. This is a story of lies dressed up as truths, the fallibility of memory, and the tension between new beginnings and ties from the past. It's a perfect summertime read and I hope you all pick it up and enjoy it as much as I have." -- Kate Kemp, author of The Grapevine

"This is a lush and evocative ride into the dark side of a paradise resort. Morey has woven a clever and propulsive story which sensitively depicts the experience of a protagonist with acquired hearing loss. This is elevated crime fiction at its best." -- Chris Bridges, author of Sick to Death