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Mr. Monk and The Blue Flu by Lee Goldberg
4.0
funny mysterious fast-paced
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

This book managed to do something that added to the series without contradicting the TV show. 
1. It opened up the world to other people that are connected in a way that makes sense
 2. It explains Randy's value (who is often seen as incompetent in the show) without contradicting his character traits in the show 
 3. Creates a conflict that is important enough to give the book stakes without something that would have to affect the show going forward 
 4. Introduces additional characters that add to the book without taking away from the focus which is the characters from the show 
Overall a good plot/mystery that you can solve if you are paying attention, but still comes up as a bit of a surprise.