Snake in the Grass is a timely mystery It has something for everyone: a dead body, racism, social injustice, kids coming-of-age, the challenges and dangers police face, and romance, all served up with a dash of snarky humor. The Booklife Prize describes Snake in the Grass as "...a storytelling style that integrates well-explored and weighty issues, such as the insidious nature of white supremacy, while also providing subtle humor, satire, and engaging characters."