Books like Three to Get Deadly by Janet Evanovich
In this mystery featuring bounty hunter Stephanie Plum, a local candy store owner named Uncle Mo is arrested on a concealed‑weapon charge. When he fails to appear in court, Plum is tasked with ensuring he returns to prison. The story uses the backdrop of New Jersey, with characters such as bail bond agents and private investigators woven into the investigation.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Janet Evanovich
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