Why am I reading this series? Good question. I just like them but less so than most entertaining mysteries. It is more action than mystery. I am reading them because my brother lent me his Nook and he has the whole series on it and they are free. My Nook is on the fritz and I am not ready to invest in another yet. So for the man or other who likes this kind of thing I recommend this series. It isn't my favorite or usual genre so I am enjoying it from the mystery perspective. Jack is an interesting character but not really my type either. So for what it is I would guess it must be good since it is not bad when it really isn't your thing.