I picked up an Aaron Elkins / Make No Bones. Its a Gideon Oliver book. I don't believe I've read any previously. Looking forward a nice murder mystery.
I recently finished a book titled Honolulu by Alan Brennert. It was a really good read and gives a fictional account of the history of Oahu through the eyes of a Korean mail order bride. If you plan a trip to the islands I'd recommend this book. You'll get a peek at all the different racial influences that make our island home a unique and wonderful place.
I'm sorry, I don't mean to dump but I want to also mention a mystery series by Ellie Griffiths, first book is The Crossing Places. I love her main character, Ruth Galloway. Excellent reading.