Going Rogue, by Janet Evanovich (Atria), is the top holds title of the week. LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book.

Having launched a new series this spring with The Recovery Agent, the No. 1 New York Times best-selling Evanovich returns with the ever-popular Stephanie Plum, still dealing with trouble and her troublesome family.—Barbara Hoffert

Finlay Donovan is Killing It by Elle Cosimano (Minotaur: St. Martin's)

Appeared on the February 2021 LibraryReads list

“What a fun, enjoyable romp! Finlay Donovan is mistaken for a hit woman, a desperate wife hires her to kill her husband, and it gets crazy from there. An entertaining, hilarious distraction. Perfect for all the Stephanie Plum fans out there.”—Rosemarie Borsody, Lee Library Association, Lee, MA

A Bad Day for Sunshine by Darynda Jones (St. Martin's)

Appeared on the April 2020 LibraryReads list

"Jones follows up her Charley Davidson series in spectacular fashion with a new series featuring police chief Sunshine Vikram. A fun, unputdownable read with a large cast of lovable, diverse characters, several mysteries to solve, and laugh-out-loud humor. Perfect for fans of Janet Evanovich and J.A. Jance."—Pamela Steinke, Mott Public Library, Mott, NC

Arsenic and Adobo by Mia P. Manansala (Berkley; LJ starred review)

Appeared on the May 2021 LibraryReads list

“This fast-paced, cozy mystery with a diverse and colorful cast will make you laugh, cringe, and salivate. Lila has returned home to help with the family's failing Filipino restaurant, which is repeatedly panned by her food blogger ex. When he comes to lunch and ends up face down in his dessert, Lila becomes the prime murder suspect. For readers who enjoyed Dial A for Aunties and Mimi Lee Gets a Clue.”—Laura Eckert, Clermont County Public Library, Milford, OH