The Heist

A Novel

By: Janet Evanovich, Lee Goldberg

Narrated by: Scott Brick

Length: 8 hrs and 26 mins

Publisher's summary

From Janet Evanovich, number-one New York Times best-selling author of the Stephanie Plum novels, and Lee Goldberg, best-selling author and television writer for Monk, comes the first adventure in an electrifying new series featuring an FBI agent who always gets her man, and a fearless con artist who lives for the chase.

FBI Special Agent Kate O’Hare is known for her fierce dedication and discipline on the job, chasing down the world’s most wanted criminals and putting them behind bars. Her boss thinks she is tenacious and ambitious; her friends think she is tough, stubborn, and maybe even a bit obsessed. And while Kate has made quite a name for herself for the past five years the only name she’s cared about is Nicolas Fox - an international crook she wants in more ways than one.

Audacious, handsome, and dangerously charming, Nicolas Fox is a natural con man, notorious for running elaborate scams on very high-profile people. At first he did it for the money. Now he does it for the thrill. He knows that the FBI has been hot on his trail - particularly Kate O’Hare, who has been watching his every move. For Nick, there’s no greater rush than being pursued by a beautiful woman...even one who aims to lock him up. But just when it seems that Nicolas Fox has been captured for good, he pulls off his greatest con of all: He convinces the FBI to offer him a job, working side by side with Special Agent Kate O’Hare.

Problem is, teaming up to stop a corrupt investment banker who’s hiding on a private island in Indonesia is going to test O’Hare’s patience and Fox’s skill. Not to mention the skills of their ragtag team made up of flamboyant actors, wanted wheelmen, and Kate’s dad. High-speed chases, pirates, and Toblerone bars are all in a day’s work...if O’Hare and Fox don’t kill each other first.

©2013 Janet Evanovich and Lee Goldberg (P)2013 Random House Audio

What an entertaining book!

This is a really lovely book! It's fun, as in almost funny but not quite comedy. The writing is witty - but not mad, as in Spike Milligan. There's suspense, but not the intense and morbid sort where people get caught and brutally tortured. The two protagonists: Fox and O'Hare, are absolutely lovable. Fox is a con artist. His cons are good (I wouldn't say brilliant, but good enough). I didn't really want the book to end, and, of course, I'll read the next book in this series. Only I'm concerned: will the authors be able to match this one?

A fun heist

Great to listen to humerous and exciting. Entertaining for those who like adventure and suspense

Fun, Sexy, Sassy

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

I am a new fan of this author. This team has wit, sass, and humor. My new fave reader brings it all to life. Note: try 1.25x speed to bring the action into movie format.

What other book might you compare The Heist to and why?

There are many that have a heist premise to list, but this whole series will give you a lift as it is fun, sexy, and engaging. Our heroine is of course lethal and courageous which makes her sexy to our hero. "Rocket propelled grenade launcher" scene makes her sexy! Scott Brick, reader makes our hero Nick, yummy!

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

OH, he was the best!! He has a way with a reading pace that brings you right into the action. I am his newest fan! He does do a female voice or an inflection that lets you know it is the female heroine speaking. GREAT! I discovered him on the 1st series sale and now have his 600 book list to enjoy. When you see a bad review, you will have to trust that those reviewers can't really appreciate a great reader. See Victor Selzak, Karen White, Natalie Ross, Gabra Zackman, and my latest fave, Angela Dawe.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

yup as it was fun, and sassy! I loved Dad Jake!! Who wouldn't want a dad that can "kill a man 16 ways with eyelash tweezers". He steals the show in his small scenes!

Any additional comments?

These books are worth the credit as they give you joy and a smile when bogged down with chores. Enjoy

Great!! from start to finish!!

Loved the book..great read. Narration was excellent. Fell in love with Nick and Kate instantly. Great character development.

Entertaining

Entertaining fast paced adventure! Strong female characters . Fairness vs greed. Good details regarding locations where the action takes place.

Love Scott Brick

Love Scott Brick reading these books wish he did the other series for Janet Evanovich

Surprising

I was a skeptical in the beginning but it picked up as the story progressed. It was fun fiction and the characters were better than most. This is mission impossible with a bit of sexual tension. The story moved along without to much junk added to extend it. And to become irritating. I will read another in the series

The A Team

This book's story reminded me of the A-Team. Totally unbelievable characters and "mission," and yet it was a fun read.

Needed a good book and there you were!

Where does The Heist rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Top 25 this year. I love humor, a good story, imagination, and a great narrator. This story has it all. I was in an audible book rut of boring books and this book pulled me out. LOVE IT! I stopped mid listen and bought the short story prequel..which I also recommend.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Heist?

I am NOT giving that away. You know there is sexual tension...how that plays out is awesome and not the normal.

What about Scott Brick’s performance did you like?

Everything. His voice is smooth, sexy, and interesting. He has a great normal pace. He lets the humor in the story through. You can see the story in your head from his voice.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Yes, but get your own. :)

Any additional comments?

Listen when you need a good book to take you away to....well a couple of really good places in the world that I now plan to visit.

Loved the story not the performance

What did you like best about The Heist? What did you like least?

The story was great but the performance almost put me to sleep.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

Yes

Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Scott Brick?

Anyone but this narrator. He read much too slow.

If this book were a movie would you go see it?

Yes