"The Bad Monkey" immediately grabs attention with its unconventional unfolding of events. A human hand is discovered, leaving both the main characters and the readers uncertain if it was an accident or a crime. There are no corpses, just as there are no murder weapons. Suspicious individuals abound, and new victims arise in the investigation. Initially, a man on a yacht perishes, with a suspicious body part entangled in its equipment. Following that, Nick's close friend is murdered; his recent excessive drinking and evident secrecy raise suspicion. As the story takes place on the sunny coast of Florida, a carefree ambiance permeates the series. It appears that in this paradise, the idea of crime is inconceivable. The charismatic Yancy further lightens the mood with his humorous remarks, even when facing a gunpoint situation.