Books like Seven Up by Janet Evanovich

Stephanie Plum, the city’s spirited bounty hunter, finds herself entangled in a new case when Grandma Mazur’s gambling partner, Eddie Dachooch, is discovered dead in a shotgun blast. With a missing body to locate, Stephanie is thrust into a swirl of murder, kidnapping, and extortion that takes her from the streets of Trenton to the darker corners of New Jersey. Against this backdrop, Stephanie contemplates personal choices: Vice Cop Joe Morelli’s marriage proposal and an enticing night arranged by fellow bounty hunter Ranger. The story blends mystery, humor, and fast-paced action as Stephanie navigates both the case and her own budding relationships. Thomas Evanovich crafts a tale that keeps the reader engaged with its quick pacing, snappy dialogue, and the unique blend of crime‑solving and everyday life in the city’s underworld.

First publish date: 2001