Game On: Tempting Twenty-Eight, by Janet Evanovich (Atria), is the top holds title of the week (11/1/21). LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book.

The 28th book in the “Stephanie Plum” series sees the beloved character back in contact with agent Diesel. Both are tracking down the same guy—but is Diesel her competition or ally?

READ-ALIKES

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, Leela becomes the prime murder suspect. For readers who enjoyed Dial A for Aunties and Mimi Lee Gets a Clue.”—Laura Eckert, Clermont Cty. P.L., Milford, OH

Dial A for Aunties by Jesse Q. Sutanto (Berkley)
Appeared on the April 2021 LibraryReads list

“Meddy’s blind date doesn't end as planned, and she now has a corpse to dispose of. Her mother’s solution: call in the three aunties. What follows is a roller coaster ride of a weekend, with the Chan family trying to get rid of the body while working at a high-profile wedding. A fast-paced and darkly humorous debut with sweet romantic moments throughout. For fans of My Sister, the Serial Killer and Get a Life, Chloe Brown.”—Laura Eckert, Clermont Cty. P.L., Milford, OH

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 Lib. Association, Lee, MA