Book Review for: To the Nines
Written by: Janet Evanovich
St. Martin's Press
ISBN: 0-312-26586-7
4.5 Stars
Stephanie Plum is up to her usual tricks when she gets
assigned to find Samuel Singh, an illegal immigrant who has jumped his
immigration bond. Ranger, her co-worker, is put on the case, too, but the leads
are slim.
Stephanie and Ranger soon learn that Singh's disappearance
is tied to random events and people. Stephanie investigates Singh's place of
employment, TriBro. The Cone brothers, Andrew, Bart, and Clyde run the
establishment. Soon, Stephanie begins receiving death threats along with red
and white carnations. Still, Stephanie doesn't give up and even takes a trip to
Las Vegas in the hopes of finding Singh. Stephanie knows she's a target, but
finding who's behind the flowers and the death threats will be her biggest
challenge to date.
Evanovich's writing is easy to read and completely engages
the reader. She uses a solid first person voice that makes the reader feel like
a part of Stephanie's world. Her supporting characters are honest and
endearing. Lula is a true friend, Ranger an anti-hero, and Grandma Mazur tries
to keep the family peace as Stephanie's sister, Valerie, prepares for birth.
The story is a cozy mystery with plenty of well placed clues
and several red herrings. "To The Nines" has adventure, nail-biting
suspense, laughs, and plenty of heartwarming moments. It is good for 13 years
old readers and older. The novel is a fine addition to the series. I highly
recommend this book.
Question: Who is your favorite character in the series?
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