Shark Week! (Discovery Channel) - Terrifying patrons of death, or misunderstood creatures of the sea? Either way, it's the most exciting TV week of the summer. Lots going on, beginning with "Blood in the Water," a two-hour special dramatizing the 1916 New Jersey shark attacks that killed four people and inspired Peter Benchley's novel, "Jaws."9pm. More about Shark Week at Discovery.com.
The Storm (9pm, NBC) - James Van Der Beek is still trying to save the world in the conclusion to last week's big two-part disaster movie. Also stars Treat Williams and Luke Perry. 
Defying Gravity (9pm, ABC) - The premiere of a new series about eight astronauts (four men, four women) preparing for a six-year mission to Venus. It's been described by some cynical critics as "Grey's Anatomy in Outer Space." Whether or not that's a good or bad thing for you should help you decide if you want to watch.
The Next Food Network Star (9pm, Food) - In the season finale, Alton Brown helps the two finalists film pilots of their dream shows. The winner is announced before a live studio audience.
True Blood (9pm, HBO) - Stackhouses in trouble! Sookie's in serious danger with the Fellowship of the Sun folks, and still trying to summon Bill to help her. Meanwhile, Jason has some serious troubles of his own.
Drop Dead Diva (9pm, Lifetime) - Raleigh native Sharon Lawrence stars as the mother of Deb (the "dead" model whose soul now resides in the body of attorney Jane). Deb's mom is represented by Jane in divorce proceedings, while Grayson represents her dad. We're hoping real hard this is a recurring role for Lawrence.
Brooke Cain isn't always proud of the number of hours she logs in front of the TV, but her loss of brain cells can be your gain. From reality shows to sitcoms to the more serious stuff, Brooke keeps her DVR smoking so that she can help keep you in the know. Brooke also tweets for Happiness is a Warm TV (you can follow 
