Shows that can’t be missed this summer

By HEATHER SKRIP

Law and Order: Criminal Intent (NBC, May 23) — While new episodes of this show are already on USA, the episodes on NBC will air during more convenient, prime-time hours. Detectives Goren and Eames are set to return. Detective Wheeler also returns, with Jeff Goldblum as Detective Nichols premiering as her partner. Also, Detective Nichols appears instead of Logan, who left the force. This season promises to be more intense and captivating than seasons past.

Kings (NBC, June) — While this show first premiered in March, due to poor ratings, it was pushed back to running in June. A few episodes have already premiered; hopefully it will just take a while for this unique show to take off and secure its previously held prime-time slot.

Burn Notice (USA, June 4, 8 p.m.) — The show has already left viewers wanting more after two seasons. Former spy Michael Westen continually surprises audiences with his erratic behavior. The season two finale left Westen jumping out of a helicopter into the ocean — an incredible feat, even for him.

The Secret Life of the American Teenager (ABC Family, June 22, 7 p.m.) — The first season left off with Amy finally giving birth to her son, John. This next season promises to be interesting, as it will show Amy trying to adjust to life as a teenage mother while the rest of her friends struggle with just being teenagers.

Lincoln Heights (ABC Family, August 4, 8 p.m.) — This intense show left off on the third season with many surprising events taking place. This constantly changing series continues to live up to expectations and stun its viewers.