Justice, humor and suspicion collide in The Midnight Taxi

By Gemma Gaudette

Published February 25, 2026 at 1:34 PM MST

A new debut mystery opens in the backseat of a New York City taxi.

The Midnight Taxi follows a Sri Lankan American driver who becomes the main suspect in a murder. It's funny, sharp, and grounded in the realities of the justice system.

Author Yosha Gunasekera joined Idaho Matters to talk more about her new novel.

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Gemma Gaudette

Hi! I’m Gemma Gaudette, the host of the award-winning show, Idaho Matters. During the day you’ll find me researching and writing about all the fascinating topics we tackle on our show. And of course, at noon, each weekday you’ll find me live behind the microphone as Idaho Matters airs.

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