One Sentence Summary:
A hilarious mystery novel filled with action, romance, and great food, as bounty hunter Stephanie Plum navigates through a series of absurd and life-threatening situations.
Book Genre:
Mystery/Humor Fiction
Main Topic of the Book:
Stephanie Plum, a bounty hunter, gets caught in the middle of a mystery involving a serial killer, a celebrity chef, and a rivalry between two fried chicken restaurants.
Key Ideas:
- The value of family and friendship in the midst of chaos and danger
- The power of perseverance and resourcefulness in overcoming challenges
- The role of love and attraction in complicating one’s decisions and actions
Main Parts of the Book and a Short Summary:
- Part 1: Stephanie Plum is on the case of a serial killer, nicknamed “the Gobbler,” who has been targeting middle-aged men. She teams up with her usual sidekicks, Lula and Connie, to investigate and ends up facing off with a sinister chef and his fried chicken empire.
- Part 2: Stephanie’s personal life gets complicated when she has to deal with her on-again-off-again boyfriend Joe Morelli and her ex-husband Dickie Orr, who is now a plastic surgeon. Both are linked to the case and Stephanie has to navigate her feelings for them while trying to solve the mystery.
- Part 3: The stakes are raised when Stephanie’s best friend and fellow bounty hunter, Ranger, goes missing. She enlists the help of two hot dog vendors, Mooner and Dougie, to find him and uncovers more secrets and suspects along the way.
- Part 4: Stephanie discovers the shocking truth about the Gobbler’s identity and is determined to bring him to justice. With the help of her eccentric family and friends, she sets a trap and engages in a dangerous game of cat and mouse.
Key Takeaways:
- Always be ready to expect the unexpected and think outside the box in solving problems.
- Family and friends are always there to support and help you, no matter how crazy the situation may be.
- Love and relationships can be messy, but it’s important to listen to your heart and follow your instincts.
Author’s Background and Qualifications:
Janet Evanovich is a bestselling American author known for her humor-filled mystery novels. She worked as a secretary, a bookkeeper, and an art director before becoming a full-time author. She has won numerous awards for her work and her books have been translated into over 40 languages.
Target Audience:
Fans of Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum series, as well as those who enjoy a good mix of humor, romance, and mystery in their reading.
Publisher and First Publication Date:
The publisher of “Finger Lickin’ Fifteen” is St. Martin’s Press and it was first published in June 2009.