Dereske, Jo. Miss Zukas and the Island Murders (New York: Avon Books, 1995) 212 p.

Now Bellehaven Public Library has a new director. Ms. Moon is very concerned with the image of the library and librarians. "She encouraged those who wore glasses to exchange them for contact lenses and to wear what she called 'personal power' clothing. 'Smile, smile,' she liked to exhort. 'Let the warmth of your inner librarian shine through.'" (p. 5). Miss Zukas embodies many stereotypical librarian traits. She wears glasses and sensible shoes. She has had the same hair style since high school. However, we learn that Helma does not like cats. And of course, she is very good at solving mysteries. Helma uses author's names as substitute curses. When annoyed, for example, she will say, "Oh, Faulkner."