Smokin' Seventeen

As usual, Lula is as goofy as possible and Stephanie gets into a massive mess. Okay to say that I’m going to read all the Plum series just for entertainment and giggles.

Goofy. Easy read. Need no real intense thought process to follow. Easily figured out “ who done it “ early on. Good read when don’t have to really concentrate.

I found it difficult to get through this book. The first few stories in this series were wickedly funny and entertaining. The characters were being introduced and developed. At some point in the series the growth stopped and the stories became repetitive. Worst of all, I have grown to really dislike Stephanie Plum. The author has repeatedly stated that she is not going to make her main character choose between the two men in her life, Ranger and Morelli. In this story Stephanie has sex with both Morelli and Ranger. She just can't decide between them but she is sure she doesn't like her mother's pick, Dave Brewer. This woman is so annoying and a horrible example for single women. How many times do we have to read about Stephanie's unwavering attraction for Ranger? How many times do we have to read about her guilt at messing around with Ranger while she is in a relationship with Morelli? How are we supposed to believe that such a talented detective like Morelli cannot figure out that his girlfriend is having sex with another man? If he does know, how are we supposed to respect a man who has no problem his girlfriend having sex with another man? How are we supposed to like a supposedly successful man who only wants to have casual sex with our main character without any thought of commitment? How many times do we have to read about Stephanie's terrible job? This book was ridiculous. It makes no sense. What would make sense is having Stephanie realize that she is a really good investigator and should probably try to develop her natural talents into a career. I would accept her working for Ranger but would prefer that she set out on her own with Connie and Lula. I also prefer Morelli to Ranger as a boyfriend, but I would gladly accept Ranger if it meant that she would pick one. I can only hope the author will figure this out and finally give us something new and refreshing.

Not her usual.i like her first books better. More imagination at work,much more amusing. Characters are boring, going nowhere.she need to make a choice. I would pic Ranger,she need to explore his past. The bounty hunter need to broaden her horizons.i have book 18 but if it is not better ,I give up on Stephanie. Make me laugh again !!!!!!!!

Super disappointing and boring. Drivel is too high praise for this POS. And I love this series. Been reading her books for ten years.

I can't wait to read the next one! I swear these are the best most entertaining books ever! I find myself actually laughing out loud!

I have yet to tire of this cast of characters and their antics! The only reason this book didn't get 5 stars is because it was absurdly obvious who the killer was right from the beginning and as ditzy as Stephanie & Lula often are this crossed the line into being obtuse.

It was good as usual, but the sleeping with Ranger one day and Morelli the next is improbable, and like others have said, I knew who the killer was 1/3 way through the book. She needs to pick a guy for Stephanie and end the series...it's getting repetitive.

Back you her usual antics. Wasn't an amazing story but was we worth the buy.

Ok so where is the story about the trip???? There's not much in 18, so I'm disappointed but as always just love the book!