Now or Never

by

Janet Evanovich

Should you read this book?

The best public reviews summarized for you.

Who is this book for?

  • Long-time fans of the Stephanie Plum series who enjoy the familiar characters and setting.
  • Readers who appreciate light, humorous mysteries with quirky characters.
  • Those who enjoy romantic comedy elements mixed with crime-solving plots.
  • Fans of female protagonists who are flawed but relatable.
  • Readers who prefer episodic stories that don't require reading the whole series.

Who is unlikely to appreciate this book?

  • Readers looking for significant character growth or series progression.
  • Those who prefer more serious or realistic crime novels.
  • Fans who are tired of the long-running love triangle and want a definitive resolution.
  • Readers who dislike repetitive plot structures or formulaic writing.
  • Those who are new to the series and haven't developed an attachment to the characters.

Things online reviewers enjoyed about this book

  • Classic Stephanie Plum humor and wit
  • Entertaining and laugh-out-loud funny moments
  • Beloved characters like Lula and Grandma Mazur return
  • Variety of interesting and quirky fugitives to chase
  • Resolution to the long-standing love triangle
  • Darker and more serious elements added to the plot
  • Stephanie shows growth and competence in her skills
  • Excellent narration by Lorelei King in the audiobook version
  • Satisfying for long-time fans of the series
  • New direction for the series hinted at

Things people didn't like as much about this book

  • Lack of the usual manic energy and slapstick humor
  • Unsatisfying resolution to the love triangle for some readers
  • Weak central mystery compared to previous books
  • Formulaic and predictable plot elements
  • Lack of character development over 31 books
  • Rushed ending with little detail on major life events
  • Overuse of crude humor and references
  • Inconsistencies with previous books in the series
  • Feels less authentic to the original voice of the series
  • Leaves many plot threads unresolved

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