Miss Don't Touch Me by Hubert & Kerascoet, 46 pages

This was a short graphic novel, but very powerful and an interesting read. It's the turn of the XXth century and a serial killer is on the prowl in Paris, killing young working women in horrific ways. When Florence's sister is killed, Florence knows it wasn't suicide. Determined to track down the killer, she takes a job as a dominitrix in a brothel. Can Florence find the killer and hold onto her virginity?

This was one of the most unusual graphic novels I'd ever read but I really enjoyed it. I found it recommended on the Unshelved comic strip page, and I'm glad I ordered it via inter-library loan. I think Lisa would really enjoy this one!

Liar's Moon by Elizabeth Bunce, 356 pages

This was the sequel to Star Crossed, and I enjoyed this one just as much as the first one. I'm very excited about the author's upcoming visit in August. The one drawback to this book was the twist she introduced at the very end, and now I have to wait for the next book to come out before I can get some questions answered.

Fight Fire With Fire by Kate William, 199 pages

Jessica Wakefield cannot believe that her big brother, Steven, has fallen for her best friend, Lila Fowler. It's disgusting! Even Jessica's twin sister, Elizabeth, thinks Steven is making a big mistake. So the twins devise a perfect plan to snuff out the sparks between Steven and Lila. But when their scheme backfires, it could lead to a fiery death for someone they love! Lila's been told not to leave town until the arsonist who burned her home has been caught-because she's still the main suspect! Then Steven discovers the real firebug...who holds a grudge against Lila and all the students at SVH. Worst of all, the arsonist is preparing to strike again! Can Steven save Sweet Valley High from burning to the ground?

Too Hot To Handle by Kate William, 197 pages

Cool, brilliant, and intensely handsome, Devon Whitelaw had a perfect life. But his parents died in a senseless accident-leaving him totally alone. In order to claim his vast inheritance, Devon must find a guardian. He heads West to find one person who cares about more than his money. Is the love he so desperately needs waiting for him in California? Steven Wakefield's romance with Lila Fowler is starting to sizzle! But as he investigates her arson case, Steven finds more proof that she torched Fowler Crest. Just as he's about to break his own heart and turn her in, Steven discovers evidence that could brand someone else as the real suspect...someone who's haunted Lila's nightmare for a long, long time.

A Charming Crime by Tonya Kappes, 155 pages

June Heal had her father die when she was young, her quirky mother pass away recently and now the building when she creates homeopathic remedies to sell at the local flea market has blown up. When June is invited to set up shop in neighboring Whispering Falls, she feels it's a great step. But quickly June becomes enmeshed in not only the mystery of her past, but also a magically perplexing murder. Can June, her hunky best friend turned cop, and her enigmatic cat Prince Charming figure out what's going on, and keep June alive long enough to see it through to the end?

I have to say I wasn't completely enthralled with this book. The plot and character development didn't flow smoothly, with the novel containing huge leaps that kept me from becoming engrossed in the story. As a fast read, it wasn't bad, I just wouldn't have wanted to invest more time into the book.

Into the Dead by Jesse Petersen, 87 pages

This is an e-book by Jesse Petersen that I've had saved and finally got a chance to read, with her author visit coming up next month. Basically, it's a collection of short stories showcasing different people and how they handle the zombie apocalypse. Some of the stories feature the beginning, and others cover the months after. I especially liked the two featuring television and the government, things that even the zombies can't kill. One of the things I like most about Jesse Peteresen's books, is the humor that runs through them. If you've read her other three books, you'll want to pick up this e-book, it's a can't miss.

Dead(ish) by Naomi Kramer, 104 pages

This was a self-published e-book that was on the Nook I bought and because I had finished the book I was reading at night in bed, and was too lazy to get up and get a new book, I read this one. Basically, it's an investigator hired by a ghost to find out where her body is. The ghost is haunting the guy who killed her (accidentally he claims) and doing a pretty good job of vengeful torment, but she still wants to know where her body is.

This was not great writing by any means, but it beat going to bed before I was ready, and also beat getting up and finding a book to read.