Faithless in Death by J. D. Robb (St. Martin’s: Macmillan) is the top holds title of the week (2/8/21). Library Journal and LibraryReads offer read-alikes for patrons as they wait for this buzziest book.

 

Eve Dallas returns in the 52nd of the “In Death” series. This time the redoubtable Eve and her tight-knit group of teammates dig into a murder and a criminal conspiracy with the help of the FBI.

 

 

Burn Bright by Patricia Briggs (Ace)
Appeared on the March 2018 LibraryReads list
“The latest installment in the Alpha and Omega series. The tension between humans and werewolves is ramping up and Charles and Anna are becoming more deeply involved in Pack business. For readers who enjoy Ilona Andrews and Kelly Armstrong.”—Shana Harrington, Las Vegas Clark County Library District, Las Vegas, NV

 

Among the Wicked: A Kate Burkholder Novel by Linda Castillo (Minotaur Books)
Appeared on the July 2016 LibraryReads list
“In the small Amish locale of Painters Mill, police chief Kate Burkholder decides to take an undercover assignment in a community where the death of a young girl was reported. Her long-time love, Agent John Tomasetti, is unhappy with her decision because of the lack of communication he will have with her. Burkholder begins to unfold the true horrors on the local farm and unearths the dangers the town officials suspected. She finds herself trapped in a life-threatening cat and mouse game. This ongoing series is a true gem and a personal favorite.”
—KC Davis, Fairfield Woods Branch Library, Fairfield, CT

 

Smoke and Mirrors by Elly Griffiths (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt; LJ starred review)
Appeared on the October 2019 LibraryReads list
“Thrilled for another opportunity to enjoy D.I. Stephens and Max Mephisto joining forces against crime and intrigue. It may appear lighthearted with its theatrical/magician twist, but these detective stories are full of dark happenings. Solving the gruesome murder of two local children dampens the holiday spirit in this small town. The lead characters are very enjoyable and the theater setting is so unique. I enjoyed the love interest/overprotected daughter storyline as well! Very much looking forward to the next installment.”
—Carol Ward, Cuyahoga County Public Library, Solon, OH

 

Sixth Grave on the Edge by Darynda Jones (St. Martin’s Press)
Appeared on the May 2014 LibraryReads list
“The continuing adventures of P.I. Charley Davidson and the Grim Reaper (not as mutually exclusive as one would think) are just as delightful as in previous books, with new characters including a wonderfully snarky new demon. Jones expands on Charley’s existing relationships and supernatural powers. It’s the perfect paranormal-romance-mystery blend that you never knew you always wanted.”—Donna Matturri, Pickerington Public Library, Pickerington, OH

 

Consumed by J. R. Ward (Gallery Books; LJ starred review)
Appeared on the October 2018 LibraryReads list
“This first book in Ward’s newest series featuring firefighters in New Brunswick, NJ, includes well-crafted macho heroes, tough female characters, and believable relationships. Readers will be excited to see where this series goes. For fans of Ward’s “Black Dagger Brotherhood” series and readers who like gritty and steamy suspense.”—Kelsey Hudson, Middleton Public Library, Middleton, WI