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

Great well-written story!

Love this new series! It is funny, well-written and very endearing. The story teller is also fabulous!

I kept waiting for something to happen...

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

Not really. I listened to the entire book. I kept thinking that maybe the authors were laying the groundwork for the plot. I was bored listening to it. I love the Plum series.

What could Janet Evanovich and Lee Goldberg have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?

The characters are boring and predictable.

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

No

best ever

loved it. had to keep driving to finish so good.
Scott brick was awesome. and characters were to great!!!

Fun! Nice little cat and mouse game .

Just enough heat to keep you interested without setting the world on fire. Interesting to see if the team changes with each installment, or which team members remain.

Great Characters and Fast Paced

Very Enjoyable! When writing this review I looked a the books length and was surprised it was 8 hours. It was a great fast listen.

Narration can't get much better than Scott Brick!

Try this series, you will like it! It's a little like popcorn you just want more. Downloading the next book in the series now.

very easy and fun listen.

Scott Brick is a strong narrator keeping you captivated. Story is a bit of fun!

Fun and entertaining.

I didn't expect much from this book. It was surprisingly entertaining. I will listen to the next in the series.

Pleasant surprise!!

Would you listen to The Heist again? Why?

Yes! The plot is so detailed, and convoluted, that it definitely requires a second (and now third) listen.

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

I was amazed at the twists in the plot. The planning of the different cons required some concentration to understand everything that was going on.

What does Scott Brick bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I LOVE Scott Brick! He did a great job with the different characters. The scene with the corpse flower was spot on!

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I'm sure people passing me on the road thought I had lost my mind in several places! It is funny, plain ole funny at times.

Any additional comments?

I was hesitant to buy this since the last few Plum books have been less than what I expect from Ms. Evanovich. I guess maybe having a co-writer added some new energy to her writing. The plot is NOT at all believable, but it is intriguing and at times laugh out loud funny.

Love, love, love!!!!

Wow, what a great book! There were lots of twists, turns, and a hint of a very hot future romance. My only complaint, if it can be called that, is that the author used "he said" and "she said" repetitively rather than more descriptive text such as "he roared," "he whispered," etc. Even with that very minor annoyance, I loved the start of what promises to be a thrilling series. I can't wait to start the next book!

another winner for Janet and Goldberg

enjoyed the story Miss some of fun would recommend this to anyone who just wants a good story to listen to parts that she had in the other books but still enjoyed the story