Twelve Sharp

In the twelfth installment of Janet Evanovich's hit series, Trenton, New Jersey's most infamous bounty hunter, Stephanie Plum, finds her already chaotic life spiraling further out of control. Her current 'skip' hunting spree is interrupted by a mysterious woman stalking her—a dark, dangerous figure dressed in black, armed with a Glock, and possessing a disturbing connection to the enigmatic Carlos Manoso, aka Ranger. The situation quickly escalates from unsettling to deadly when murder enters the scene, forcing Stephanie to shift from capturing bond-jumpers to hunting a killer. Ranger, who seems to know more than he lets on, reluctantly pulls Stephanie into his world, as they race against time to solve the murder, rescue a missing child, and apprehend a relentless lunatic. The intense proximity between Stephanie and Ranger reignites their undeniable chemistry, drawing the ire of her on-again, off-again boyfriend, vice cop Joe Morelli. As the clock ticks towards a potentially fatal 'midnight,' Stephanie must navigate betrayal, danger, and her complicated love life, all while facing a threat that could silence her forever. This novel delivers Evanovich's signature blend of action, sharp humor, and romance.