I really wouldn't classify the books as mysteries. I prefer to say that they're adventures.

I have bad car juju." -Stephanie Plum

You're not looking for a partner," Ranger said. "You're looking for an enforcer. You hate to run. You must be worried about getting into that black dress. What did you eat just now? Piece of cake? Candy bar?" "Everything," I said. "I just ate everything.

Last time you called me late at night you were naked and chained to your shower curtain rod. I hope this isn't going to be disappointing.

You can't put cuffs on Mr. Cluck! What will the kids think?" Stuart Bagget

Why do you give me cars?" "It's fun," Ranger said."And it keeps you safe. Do you want to know why keeping you safe is important to me?" "You love me?" "Yes." A sigh inadvertently escaped. "We're really screwed up, aren't we?" "In a very large way," Ranger said.

I think that some books are more successful than others to certain readers. People who read my books for the humor, they're going to love one book. People who read my books for the mystery, they might not like that book quite as much.