I enjoy the Miss Zukas series very much. The contrast between Helma and Ruth makes for a good read. Overall, I have enjoyed all of the books in this series. The plots and writing are good, the only negative aspect of the books are the head of the Library, Moonie nut or whatever her name is. Her I cannot stand. If I was writing this series, I would make her the next murder victim with Helma Zukas solving the murder and becoming the next head of the library. I think that would be a good way for the series to go.