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Mr. Monk on Patrol (Mr. Monk #13)
by
Lee Goldberg (Goodreads Author)
Everything has been going well for former SFPD lieutenant Randy Disher in Summit, New Jersey, where he lives with Monk's previous assistant, Sharona, and works as the new police chief. But when the city's leadership is arrested for fraudulently inflated salaries, Disher suddenly finds himself as the acting mayor.
Now, Disher has to manage the police department and shoulder...more
Now, Disher has to manage the police department and shoulder...more
Hardcover, 289 pages
Published
January 3rd 2012
by NAL Hardcover
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I'm a sucker for these books. Look down your nose if you must, but I like the character of Adrian Monk and I enjoy veteran TV mystery writer, Lee Goldberg's take on the continuing and ever evolving, Monkverse.
Apparently this is the penultimate Mr. Monk book. Goldberg uses Monk's long-suffering assistant, Natalie as the narrator of his books. Unlike most expanded universe tie-in books, he calls back characters and events from previous books and TV episodes, weaves a decent mystery and moves the g...more
Apparently this is the penultimate Mr. Monk book. Goldberg uses Monk's long-suffering assistant, Natalie as the narrator of his books. Unlike most expanded universe tie-in books, he calls back characters and events from previous books and TV episodes, weaves a decent mystery and moves the g...more
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I was disappointed in this book. To take a break from classics, I decided to go back to my comfort book Mr.Monk. Unfortunately unlike the books before, this new one is kind of dull and mystery is boring. The characters somehow go out of their character many times. First of all, Sharona, who is a kick-ass nurse and Monk first assistant, behaves more like a low life, overtly irritating person than her usual self. Her dialogues like "We love like animals too", too cheap. Secondly, instead of being...more
Near the end of the eighth and final season of the show, viewers learned that Randy Disher had accepted an offer to become chief of police in Summit, New Jersey and would be moving in with Sharona Fleming, Monk's former assistant and nurse. Randy and Sharona had been pursuing a romance off-screen.
In Mr. Monk on Patrol, Chief Leland Stottlemeyer informs Monk and current assistant Natalie Teeger that Randy needs their help. Because of a financial scandal involving local government, Randy is acting...more
In Mr. Monk on Patrol, Chief Leland Stottlemeyer informs Monk and current assistant Natalie Teeger that Randy needs their help. Because of a financial scandal involving local government, Randy is acting...more
I just don't know what to say about this book--everything I think to say about Goldberg's Monk books, I think I've said before. Great storytelling, great use of the characters inherited from the show, good mystery.
Goldberg specializes in taking Monk out of San Francisco and putting him in a circumstance that even non-OCD types would find unappealing (at best)--and he does it to the nines this time. Thankfully, even in the midst of horror and unfamiliarity, Monk (and we) get a little dose of hom...more
Goldberg specializes in taking Monk out of San Francisco and putting him in a circumstance that even non-OCD types would find unappealing (at best)--and he does it to the nines this time. Thankfully, even in the midst of horror and unfamiliarity, Monk (and we) get a little dose of hom...more
For those familiar with the TV series of the same name, you know how funny the character of Monk can be without knowing it. The same is true in the novel. Here Mr. Monk and his trusty assistant (Natalie) in all things a detective needs and a hypochondriac, too, are whisked off to Summit, New Jersey by Sharona his former assistant of long ago. The scenes describing getting him from San Francisco to New Jersey are hilarious. Once in Summit, the current police chief and acting mayor (a close friend...more
In the final episode of the series, Randy Disher took the job of police chief of Summit, New Jersey(home of series creator Andy Breckman). Now Randy needs some help.
He only has six officers on his force and he now has double duty. Corruption has been discovered in city officials, all of them, and they've been arrested. Randy is now Mayor until a new election can be arranged and held. A series of residential robberies have been happening
Monk and Natalie get roped into going East. As usual, Monk f...more
He only has six officers on his force and he now has double duty. Corruption has been discovered in city officials, all of them, and they've been arrested. Randy is now Mayor until a new election can be arranged and held. A series of residential robberies have been happening
Monk and Natalie get roped into going East. As usual, Monk f...more
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It was okay, although I gave one extra star for Randy and Sharona. I'm still not sure of the new development of Monk and his relationship with Ellen Morse. Maybe this is a good thing. I am quite sick of Natalie as of late. Now that I have read all but two of the books in the series, I think it is safe for me to say I prefer tv!Natalie over book!Natalie. tv!Natalie has a sweet lovable personality, almost bubbly while book!Natalie seems keen on putting Monk down while taking advantage of him at th...more
A very disappointing entry to the series. The main mystery was solved half way through the book leading to Goldberg having to add a murder just to pad the book out. Monk, Natalie and Sharona felt very out of character to me as if Season Eight of the show had never happened.
It is clear Goldberg is preparing to wrap the book series up soon and tacking on a romance for Monk just so he can be "happy," when the show had him on a path I liked much better and which the author seems to have done away w...more
It is clear Goldberg is preparing to wrap the book series up soon and tacking on a romance for Monk just so he can be "happy," when the show had him on a path I liked much better and which the author seems to have done away w...more
Another successful installment for the Obsessive-Compulsive Detective and his assistant, Natalie.
For avid reader's and faithful followers of Adrian Monk, some disappointment was inevitable when Randy left San Francisco to live with Sharona on the other side of the country. But never fear, they're back in the story, as Adrian and Natalie spend a few weeks in New Jersey to give a hand solving crimes.
After a fantastic run on television, and twelve previous books, the charm and intrigue have not fad...more
For avid reader's and faithful followers of Adrian Monk, some disappointment was inevitable when Randy left San Francisco to live with Sharona on the other side of the country. But never fear, they're back in the story, as Adrian and Natalie spend a few weeks in New Jersey to give a hand solving crimes.
After a fantastic run on television, and twelve previous books, the charm and intrigue have not fad...more
Gosh, I really love these books and I'm sad that Goldberg will stop writing them soon.
Monk and Natalie head off to New Jersey to help out Randy who's not only the Sheriff in town but also the acting Mayor thanks to wholesale corruption in the city government. As it usually happens around Monk, someone gets killed, multiple crimes are solved and Monk continues to amaze with his talents.
It's nice to see Natalie and Monk progressing as characters and fun that Randy and Sharona were in the story. Th...more
Monk and Natalie head off to New Jersey to help out Randy who's not only the Sheriff in town but also the acting Mayor thanks to wholesale corruption in the city government. As it usually happens around Monk, someone gets killed, multiple crimes are solved and Monk continues to amaze with his talents.
It's nice to see Natalie and Monk progressing as characters and fun that Randy and Sharona were in the story. Th...more
Okay, Monk fans, this is the newest novel featuring everyone's favorite "defective detective." I gave it four stars because I thought it was great; it blended suspense and humor in the traditional whodunit fashion. However, I do have to warn fellow Monk fans that Adrian does some rather "un-Monk-ish" things in this novel; though the reasons why are explained, it still may feel to some like the butchering of a beloved character. In order to decide, though, you would just have to read Mr. Monk on...more
If you're not a fan of the TV show Monk, then this book may fall flat for you. Then again, you might find the characters quirky and charming. The same could be said of the TV series - the stories were just an excuse to see the characters every week. The author was one of the show's writers so it's no surprise that the book carries the same feel - it's like putting on a comfortable old shoe. The first person narrative from Natalie, Monk's assistant, at first seems odd, but I think it's a smart ch...more
This is a fun book. I was a fan of the tv show and this book does the characters well. Sharona was my favorite assistant for Monk and I am happy that she is back in this book and happily with Randy. Randy is enjoyable in his new position, not too "Barney Fifey" like I thought could happen. All of the characters work together to solve crimes and save Randy's position after a city scandal. And there's a little romance brewing for Monk also.
It was so nice to be back reading a Monk book, I've really missed them! I am very upset that the next book due out will be the last, it has been so nice to continue the stories after the show ended.
This book was particularly great for me, since it had Monk and Natalie going to stay with Sharona and Disher in New Jersey. I am a HUGE Sharona fan, and Mr. Goldberg writes her perfectly. I always thought her and Disher were adorable when they flirted together in the first few seasons, and I loved the...more
This book was particularly great for me, since it had Monk and Natalie going to stay with Sharona and Disher in New Jersey. I am a HUGE Sharona fan, and Mr. Goldberg writes her perfectly. I always thought her and Disher were adorable when they flirted together in the first few seasons, and I loved the...more
Mr. Monk and Natalie go to New Jersey to help Randy Disher. He uncovered government scandal and now finds himself the mayor as well as the police chief. He needs help solving a string of robberies. They are given a squad car to drive in case any new calls come in. Before they even get to the police station, Mr. Monk solves a ghost mystery at their hotel. Shortly after they leave the police station, Monk spots a local gallery named Poop. He wants to go in the store wearing a gas mask and arrest t...more
Mr. Monk and Natalie help is requested from Chief Randy Disher in New Jersey to help him solve a rash of burglaries. This is a light fluffy book from Natalie's viewpoint. Mr. Monk has a riff on Pooh which stopped just short of being annoying. You can see some growth in Adrian Monk which makes him much easier to accept. If you want a quick enjoyable read I recommend this book.
I thought I'd try out a Monk book as I liked the TV series. Boy, did this author capture the essence of the actors on TV. You can literally see them acting out the book in your mind as you read through. Perhaps this is because the author wrote some of the TV episodes. Either way, I am going to look for more.
I have read several books in the Monk series and really like Lee Goldberg. The books are extremely readable and have many funny moments, especially if you watched the TV series. I'm really interested to see whether the quality of the series remains the same when the new author takes over the series.
Another great Mr. Monk book. His disorders and obsessions are still as clever and annoying as ever as are his detective skills. It's great to see him in different settings and situations.
Be warned however, the ending is a cliffhanger. It appears the only way to find out the answer is to read the next book in the series.
Be warned however, the ending is a cliffhanger. It appears the only way to find out the answer is to read the next book in the series.
Jun 27, 2012
Johanna
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It was ok, but not quite what I pictured. I don't remember Adrian Monk saying "Hell no!" so frequently. I think the author bled in a bit with that because Adrian wasn't the only one. It just wasn't as fun to me as the show, but it wasn't bad considering it's a completely different medium.
Disher rides again! Monk finds a new love interest! Goldberg lands us with a %!@#%$!# cliffhanger!
The concluding developments of the various threads continue in the style we know and love. Disconcertingly, Natalie is starting to sound like Monk.
The concluding developments of the various threads continue in the style we know and love. Disconcertingly, Natalie is starting to sound like Monk.
Some of the Monk books can be rather frustrating to read, but this one was really good. I loved the plot and the characters, and Monk was marginally less annoying than he is in the other books. Only problem was the cliffhanger. I hate those.
Mar 15, 2013
Cyl
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Anyone liking Monk & mysteries
Recommended to Cyl by:
No one. I'm a fan of the book series.
Another fun book of Mr. Monk & Natalie. Monk and Natalie go Summit, NJ to help Randy Disher solve some unusual burglaries. There have been so many corrupt officials in Randy's town that he now is acting mayor & needs two people he can trust - Natalie and Monk. A nice story.
Everything I expected from a Monk mystery. The characters are like old friends, and the mystery is not bad, although possibly not quite as good as some of the other Monk mysteries I've read.
One of my favorite supporting characters is back. Randy Disher, now police chief and acting mayor in a small town in NJ, needs Monk and Natalie to help him with his police shortage. They find themselves both in uniform investigating a string of burglaries and a murder.
Monk finds himself fighting his revulsion and mistrust of a local business and its proprietor-- it's a store called Poop that sells various products made of dung. There's a surprising bit of growth there that makes you proud of Mon...more
Monk finds himself fighting his revulsion and mistrust of a local business and its proprietor-- it's a store called Poop that sells various products made of dung. There's a surprising bit of growth there that makes you proud of Mon...more
I miss Adrian Monk (USA series) - and this was a nice continuation of the Monk-verse - although he is a little more monk than usual
Not a spectacular plot, but the usual great dialogue, and a new location, although I am always partial to San Francisco. It is nice to hear from Disher and Sharona again.
Oh. My. God. Okay, so this was a really good book, but everything in the Monk series is. Excellent plot, etc., but I must warn you there is a cliffhanger from hell. June is too far away!
Typical Monk mystery - I like them better than the show, but they're nothing unexpected, just sort of solidly good.
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Lee Goldberg is a two-time Edgar Award nominee whose many TV writing and/or producing credits include "Martial Law," "SeaQuest," "Diagnosis Murder," "The Cosby Mysteries," "Hunter," "Spenser: For Hire," "Nero Wolfe," "Missing." "Monk" and "The Glades." He's also the author of "The Walk," "Watch Me Die," "King City," the "Dead Man" series, as well as the "Diagnosis Murder" and "Monk" series of orig...more
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