Lean Mean Thirteen
Lean Mean Thirteen by Janet Evanovich, published by Macmillan on June 17, 2008, is a humorous mystery that follows bounty hunter Stephanie Plum on a chaotic adventure filled with secrets and old flames. In this first edition, spanning 352 pages, readers are introduced to a series of misadventures as Stephanie navigates her complicated past with her ex-husband Dickie Orr and his current entanglement with her rival, Joyce Barnhardt. As she is drawn into a web of intrigue and danger, Stephanie must confront her own mistakes while trying to clear her name amid escalating tensions.
In this installment, Stephanie’s attempts to assist super bounty hunter Carlos Manoso lead her into a precarious situation involving Dickie’s suspicious activities and a potential disappearance. The narrative unfolds with a mix of humor and suspense, showcasing Stephanie’s resourcefulness as she engages in a cat-and-mouse game with both her ex-husband and the enigmatic Joe Morelli, a cop who adds another layer of complexity to her life. Lean Mean Thirteen combines elements of mystery, romance, and comedic escapades, making it a notable addition to the series that continues to explore the challenges faced by women sleuths in a lighthearted yet thrilling manner.
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New secrets, old flames, and hidden agendas are about to send bounty hunter Stephanie Plum on her most outrageous adventure yet!
MISTAKE #1
Dickie Orr. Stephanie was married to him for about fifteen minutes before she caught him cheating on her with her arch-nemesis Joyce Barnhardt. Another fifteen minutes after that Stephanie filed for divorce, hoping to never see either one of them again.
MISTAKE #2
Doing favors for super bounty hunter Carlos Manoso (a.k.a. Ranger). Ranger needs her to meet with Dickie and find out if he’s doing something shady. Turns out, he is. Turns out, he’s also back to doing Joyce Barnhardt. And it turns out Ranger’s favors always come with a price…
MISTAKE #3
Going completely nutso while doing the favor for Ranger, and trying to apply bodily injury to Dickie in front of the entire office.
Now Dickie has disappeared and Stephanie is the natural suspect in his disappearance. Is Dickie dead? Can he be found? And can she stay one step ahead in this new, dangerous game? Joe Morelli, the hottest cop in Trenton, NJ is also keeping Stephanie on her toes—and he may know more than lets on about her…It’s a cat-and-mouse game for Stephanie Plum, where the ultimate prize might be her life.
With Janet Evanovich’s flair for hilarious situations, breathtaking action, and unforgettable characters, Lean Mean Thirteen shows why no one can beat Evanovich for blockbuster entertainment.
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