Tricky Twenty-Two

I lost track of how many cars bail bondsman Stephanie Plum managed to destroy in Janet Evanovich's latest outing, Tricky Twenty-Two  (#572).  Since most of them belonged to her some-time employer, Ranger, all I can say is that his insurance company most love to see him calling!


This time around, Stephanie is sure that Joe Morelli is about to pop the question.  Instead, she finds herself on the wrong end of a "It's not you, it's me..." speech.  Good thing there are some easy Failed To Show cases she can take to get her mind off her problems - a missing frat boy from the local college, someone who's walked off with a lawn mower, and oh, yes, the serial rapist/murderer that the police have never been able to prosecute due to lack of evidence.  Naturally, nothing ever goes as planned, especially when murders become part of the pursuit!


Stephanie gives new meaning to the term "goosed" in one hilarious encounter.  Her grandmother and Lula play prominent roles here, but it turns out that Stephanie's mother is the one who ultimately saves the day.  Always a great time between these covers!