Top Secret Twenty-One
A witty, wacky and fast-paced mystery
📘 About This Book
Small guy. Big trouble. Death threats, highly trained assassins and highly untrained assassins are all in a day's work for Stephanie Plum in Top Secret Twenty-One. Janet Evanovich's hilarious bestselling series is perfect reading for fans of Sue Grafton and JD Robb. Praise for Evanovich's bestselling novels: 'A laugh-out-loud page turner' (Heat); 'Sharp dialogue, a little slapstick and a little romance' (The Sunday Times); 'Highly enjoyable... who can resist?' (Chicago Tribune). Stephanie Plum has just one job lined up - tracking down Jimmy Poletti: car-dealer and all-round scumbag. Problem is he's on the run, and silencing his former colleagues, one bullet at a time. Plum is going to need bait to bring him in. Bait like Poletti's ex-bookkeeper, Randy Briggs: a ninety-two-centimeter-tall magnet for bored housewives and rocket-propelled grenades. To make things worse, there's a one-eyed Russian assassin who's out to get revenge on Ranger, Stephanie's part-time temptation and full-time protector. Who is the one-eyed Russian and what's his connection to the former Special Forces operative? Afraid that's top secret. What readers are saying about Top Secret Twenty-One: 'More great fun and frolics from our favourite Evanovich characters' 'Fast, slick, pacy and funny - this has the best banter, the best one-liners and the best men ever! A brilliant read' 'I never tire of these books, they are so light hearted and funny'
📖 Summary
Top Secret Twenty-One by Janet Evanovich is a hilarious and action-packed addition to the bestselling Stephanie Plum series. Published in 2014 and spanning 228 pages of fast-paced fiction, this novel plunges its beloved heroine right back into the chaotic and dangerous world of Trenton, New Jersey bounty hunting. For Stephanie, dealing with death threats, highly trained assassins, and delightfully untrained assassins is all just part of a typical day on the job. Fans of the series will find the familiar blend of sharp dialogue, slapstick comedy, and light romance that has made Evanovich a staple for readers who enjoy authors like Sue Grafton and JD Robb. In this installment, Stephanie has just one primary job lined up, but as usual, things quickly spiral out of control. Her target is Jimmy Poletti, a shady car-dealer and all-around scumbag who has gone on the run. To make matters worse, Poletti is actively silencing his former colleagues one bullet at a time, turning a standard retrieval into a high-stakes game of survival. To bring him in, Stephanie realizes she is going to need some serious bait. She decides to use Poletti's former bookkeeper, Randy Briggs, a diminutive yet memorable character who measures just ninety-two centimeters tall. With Randy in tow, Stephanie navigates a labyrinth of trouble, combining her signature brand of clumsy determination with her knack for stumbling into the right place at the wrong time—or vice versa. As the body count and the laughs mount, Stephanie must rely on her wits, her questionable survival instincts, and the eccentric cast of characters that surrounds her to crack the case. The novel delivers everything series enthusiasts have come to expect: laugh-out-loud moments on nearly every page, witty banter, and the classic romantic tension that keeps readers guessing. Evanovich maintains a brisk, page-turning momentum, ensuring that the short chapter count translates into an immensely satisfying and breezy read. Whether Stephanie is dodging bullets, managing her dysfunctional support system, or trying to keep her pint-sized bait out of harm's way, Top Secret Twenty-One showcases the enduring charm and comedic timing of a veteran fiction writer at the top of her game.
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⚖️ Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
Laugh-out-loud comedy on every page
Sharp, witty dialogue and fun slapstick moments
Fast-paced and easy to read
Engaging characters and chaotic action
⚠️ Cons
Short page count may leave some readers wanting more depth
Relies heavily on familiar tropes from earlier books in the series
✍️ About the Author
Janet Evanovich (b. 1943) is an American author known for the bestselling comic mystery series 'Stephanie Plum'.
View all books →❓ FAQ
Who is the author of Top Secret Twenty-One? +
The book was written by Janet Evanovich.
When was Top Secret Twenty-One published? +
It was published in 2014.
How many pages long is the book? +
The book spans 228 pages.
Who is Stephanie Plum trying to track down in this story? +
Stephanie is tracking down Jimmy Poletti, a car-dealer and former colleague silencer who is currently on the run.
Who does Stephanie use as bait to catch her target? +
She uses Poletti's former bookkeeper, Randy Briggs.
