Stephanie Plum is down on her luck. She's lost her job, her car's on the brink of repossession, and her apartment is fast becoming furniture-free. Enter Cousin Vinnie, a low-life who runs a bail-bond company. If Stephanie can bring in vice cop turned outlaw Joe Morelli, she stands to pick up $10,000. But tracking down a cop wanted for murder isn't easy . . . And when Benito Ramirez, a prize-fighter with more menace than mentality, wants to be her friend Stephanie soon knows what it's like to be pursued. Unfortunately the best person to protect her just happens to be on the run . . .
Janet Evanovich
Janet Evanovich is a bestselling American author known for her humorous mystery novels, particularly the Stephanie Plum series. Her books are characterized by fast-paced plots, quirky characters, and witty dialogue. Evanovich has had a significant impact on the mystery genre, bringing a fresh and comedic approach to the genre. Her most famous work is "One for the Money," the first book in the Stephanie Plum series, which follows the adventures of a bounty hunter in New Jersey. Evanovich's work has garnered a large and dedicated fan base, making her one of the most popular authors in the mystery genre.