Loved it!!!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Absolutely. I have been a fan of the plum series for years but have been pretty disappointed with the last few books. They had become same old, same old to me. I loved these new characters!!! They are fresh and funny.

What did you like best about this story?

I loved Kate's relationship with her dad. So funny.

Which character – as performed by Scott Brick – was your favorite?

Scott Brick did a great job. His performance as Kate was my favourite.

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Not your typical Evanovich

If you are expecting a Stephanie Plum type story. Don't waste your credit. I for one, really enjoyed this book. I have listened to many books by Janet but burned out on Janet's humor and had not purchased any of her books over the past several years. I bought this book with a healthy dose of hesitation but I'm glad I did. I also have listened to so many books narrated by Scott Brick & have been a tad burned out with his style as well. Well, much to my surprise, this story is well presented by Scott and the storyline entertaining.

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MI meets Leverage meets the A Team!

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Think "Mission: Impossible" (the TV series) meets "Leverage" meets "The A-Team." The con and "The Heist" are on. Nick Fox is delicious. A charming con man with the brains and the charm to pull off any scheme. FBI Agent Kate O'Hare is smart, sexy, deadly. They are surrounded by a wonderful cast of characters: Willie, the sexy older woman who can drive any vehicle; Brad, a perfectionist actor who really gets into his roles; Tom, an average man who got swindled by the bank and enjoys a little payback; Chet, make up artist extraordinaire.

Once Kate finally catches Nick, he persuades the FBI to allow him to continue his cons on white collar crooks who the law can't seem to find or catch. With his band of merry men and women, he plots a con to catch up with Derrick Griffin, who stole $500 million and departed for parts unknown. The only one who knows his whereabouts is his lawyer. Thus begins the show.

I loved this book and have already bought "The Chase." Can't wait. It's rare that a book makes me laugh out loud, but this one did. I thought Dick Hill was the greatest reader ever, but Scott Brick sure is a close second. He is marvelous.

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Evanovich, no longer trite--entertaining romp

I was one of the first Evanovich fans, and adored the self-depricating Stephanie Plum. As the novels were rolled out in a dizzying pace, they got more and more trite and cartoonish, until I felt like I was listening to a farce reminiscent of "The Simpsons".

So, I fully expected to dislike this book, as I had resolved never again to waste money on her books. Was I wrong! It must be the addition of Goldberg, not to mention Scott Brick's narration, that made this an entertaining heist romp from start to finish. No over-the-top cartoonish figures, and real action. Good move, Janet!

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Totally Fun Romantic Ride!

I had a great time listening to this book. I like Evanovich in moderate doses - and as this book was a totally new book without all the same characters, I really enjoyed it. I also have read or listened to all of Goldberg's Mr. Monk books, so I knew this book would be good,.

And it was really good. Oh - it won't win any literary prizes for sure; it was predictable, but it was a really frivolous, fun, adventurous and humorous listen!

If you like books by Jennifer Crusie - I highly recommend The Heist by Evanovich and Goldberg. The story line is a bit far-fetched, as are some of the things that happen, but it's a total work of fiction, meant to have a bit of fun.

So - sit back and just enjoy the heist!

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Scott Brick as narrator? Give me a break!

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

I bought this book hoping for an enjoyable listening experience. The story is good, but the choice the narrator is horrible. I've enjoyed many books read by Brick, but this is not definitely one of them.

How did the narrator detract from the book?

Scott Brick excels at narrating, but not in this case. Perhaps I am spoiled by Lorelei King's performance of Evanovich's books, but Brick falls short in bringing to life Kate's personality. Listening to him I only get angry, strained vibes. Kate is half of the book and Brick is not the best with female characters. I'd much rather read the print version and get to know the real chocolate-addicted Kate!

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Who knew a pirate attack could come in handy?

Absolutely incredible. One of the best books I have read in a long time. It was like Leverage meets White Collar with some essence of James Bond. Magnificent team of Agent O'Hare and Fox, they pulled off some incredible displays under incredibly high stakes. Who knew being attacked by pirates could come in handy?

The whole ride was a thrill, both because of the con process and the more action packed guns and grenades moments. And it wasn't all fun with felonies and firearms, I thought it was very intelligent too. Masterfully plotted (both Fox's schemes and by the authors overall).

The narration was great. Brick's female voices wavered into his male's tones occasionally, but the tones of the speakers remained identifiable. I was amused that his voice for older men, especially Jake, sounded just like James Garner. Incidentally I could picture him at 60ish playing Jake in a movie adaptation perfectly.

I can't wait to read the rest of the available books in this series!

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Good...not quite great

I enjoyed this book but I missed those "laugh out load moments I always get with Evanovich's Stephanie Plumb books.
I also was not thrilled with the narration. I just am not as happy with Scot Brick as a reader the way so many people are. I think his readings all sound the same with a certain cadence and don't portray the personalities of the protagonists like Susan Erickson or Lorelei King and many other talented readers. I hope if this is a new series they get a different reader next time.
I definitely enjoyed the story and I liked the characters quite a bit. The humor was there, but subtle. I do recommend this entertaining book, but if you are looking for a Stephanie Plumb, you won't find her here.

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Just didn't do it for me

I have read all of the Stephanie Plum books, and have to admit I haven't enjoyed the last couple as much. This book, though, was just beyond bad and I almost didn't finish it. The narrator was fine, but the story was even more farfetched than anything Stephanie Plum would have gotten into, and the characters were, for me, not likeable.

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Couldn't wait for it to end

I love Jane Evanovich, so I was excited about a new series. This was so boring, I couldn't wait for it to end! There was really nothing good about it I am sad to say.

3 people found this helpful