Something Sketchy is the story of Elyse Cates who is a law intern. Since she is somewhat freshly removed from campus life, she is asked to return to university and “keep an ear to the ground” in regards to a specific fraternity. The firm's private investigator, Trip Connor, is Cates' adviser and liaison with the law firm. In her daily endeavors, she befriends Elliot, a campus bus driver who does not particularly enjoy her company but is helpful with the information Cates and Trip need. They are tasked with sorting out and solving crimes committed by some frat boys who are up to something sketchy. The story is a modern day mystery that takes place in and around the Dallas-Fort Worth area.