Hi Eveyln! Congrats on getting your book published. I havnt't read "Murder off the Books." Will have to check it out. Oh, and yes, I love MONK. Can't believe I forgot to add it here on Crimespace. Monk simply is the coolest detective! And I love Tony Shaloub. Been watchin' him since his days on the now defunct tv show, Wings.

Hi & welcome, Beth! Love the painting, btw. Also nice to meet another omnivorous reader.

As for your book question, I just finished an ARC of Brett Battles THE CLEANER. The twist totally took me by surprise - can't remember the last time that happened. Kind of odd, 'cause I'm not usually a fan of int'l thrillers, but I liked this one.

Hi - Thanks for the warm welcome. I've got Raines on my TiVO - just haven't had the chance to watch it yet. Are you still enjoying it? I read on your blog that you too enjoyed Psych and Monk. Me too - mysteries with a healthy dose of humor.

In answer to your question about books that kept you guessing to the very end - may I recommend my mystery, "Murder Off the Books?" I think it meets that criteria - plus it has characters you'll love, humor to make you laugh out loud, and a nice blend of romance. Please visit my website, www.evelyndavid.com for a sneak peek of the book. Thanks again for the welcome - Evelyn