Within the category of mysteries known as "cozies," Dereske's series about Helma Zukas, a lively and courageous librarian in the small Washington town of Bellehaven, is near the top in terms of good stories, interesting characters, and smooth writing. This time out, Miss Zukas is asked to replace a murdered curator of Native American books, and, of course, finds herself compelled to put a hold on the killer. Past entries in the series include Miss Zukas and the Island Murders; Miss Zukas and the Library Murders.