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When forgotten bodies appear in shallow graves on the vacant lot owned by Vincent Plum Bail Bonds, Stephanie Plum is thrust into a frantic investigation. The killer’s list includes her name, and she has little time to find the murderer. Meanwhile, Stephanie’s personal life is in turmoil: she must decide between her on‑again, off‑again boyfriend, New Jersey cop Joe Morelli, and the edgy security expert Ranger. Family pressures add to the chaos, as her mother wants her to ignore the two men and instead focus on a former high school football star who has returned to town. Along the way, her sidekick Lula suggests a cash‑in‑on‑the “bake‑off” strategy, and Joe’s grandmother gives Stephanie a mysterious warning that may signal it’s time to leave town. With all of these forces at play, Stephanie must rely on her wit and determination to uncover the truth and stay safe.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Janet Evanovich
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