Notorious Nineteen

A Stephanie Plum Novel

By: Janet Evanovich

Narrated by: Lorelei King

Length: 6 hrs and 4 mins

Publisher's summary

Number-one best-selling author Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum novels are: "irresistible" (Houston Chronicle), "stunning" (Booklist), "outrageous" (Publishers Weekly), "brilliantly evocative" (The Denver Post), and "making trouble and winning hearts" (USA Today).

New Jersey bounty hunter Stephanie Plum is certain of three truths: People don't just vanish into thin air. Never anger old people. And don't do what Tiki tells you to do.

After a slow summer of chasing low-level skips for her cousin Vinnie's bail bonds agency, Stephanie Plum finally lands an assignment that could put her checkbook back in the black. Geoffrey Cubbin, facing trial for embezzling millions from Trenton's premier assisted-living facility, has mysteriously vanished from the hospital after an emergency appendectomy. Now it's on Stephanie to track down the con man. Unfortunately, Cubbin has disappeared without a trace, a witness, or his money-hungry wife. Rumors are stirring that he must have had help with the daring escape...or that maybe he never made it out of his room alive.

Since the hospital staff's lips seem to be tighter than the security, and it's hard for Stephanie to blend in to assisted living, Stephanie's Grandma Mazur goes in undercover. But when a second felon goes missing from the same hospital, Stephanie is forced into working side by side with Trenton's hottest cop, Joe Morelli, in order to crack the case.

The real problem is, no Cubbin also means no way to pay the rent. Desperate for money - or maybe just desperate - Stephanie accepts a secondary job guarding her secretive and mouthwatering mentor Ranger from a deadly Special Forces adversary. While Stephanie is notorious for finding trouble, she may have found a little more than she bargained for this time around. Then again - a little food poisoning, some threatening notes, and a bridesmaid's dress with an excess of taffeta never killed anyone.... Or did they? If Stephanie Plum wants to bring in a paycheck, she'll have to remember: No guts, no glory.

©2012 Janet Evanovich (P)2012 Random House Audio

Humor

I laughed till I cried. Janet Evanovich made the numbered book perfect. They are so enjoyable

Fun read

Awesome entertainment, loved it. Love everything she writes. More please. Ready to read everyone of the series and books. Great narration too.

Woo Hoo!!

The last few haven't been the greatest but I remain a Stephanie Plum/Janet Evanovich fan because they still make me laugh out loud. I went into this book hoping it would be better than the last. It was. It was like the good old days! I laughed out loud multiple times and was very happy. There weren't any scenes in the funeral parlor which was kind of weird, but plenty of cars got blown up. This was probably the best one since 11 or 12. If you're a fan and you've been disappointed in the last handful, you won't be with this one. The story is funny, the writing classic Evanovich and the narration is spot on.

This series & Lorelei’s narration is like comfort

I enjoy these books they are like potato chips you can’t eat just one but my problem this time is I think they are getting a bit stale, yes they still make me giggle and I love Lula & there wasn’t enough grandma and Stephanie still can’t make a decision between Morelli & Ranger and the first car to explode was within the first 5 minutes of the book, I kind of felt like ok now that’s out of the way on with the formula.

Don’t get me wrong I still enjoy these books and yes I will listen to the next one but I think it’s time for some forward movement this has started to feel like the same book over and over and if that’s all it’s going to be then I will go back and listen to these over and over because they are my feel good, get out of a funk, need something funny, go to books.

So why am I making it sound like I didn’t enjoy it? Because I would like to see some changes some growing up, some character building such as I learned something from my mistakes type of storyline or a final conclusion to the triangle that is a huge basis this book is based on. I truly believe she can still have both men in her life but she needs to choose which one…well I guess if she chooses Morelli her and Ranger can still be friends but not sure how well that would work if she chose Ranger not sure Morelli would be as forgiving. But still I think eventually it would all work out and I think it would help give the forward movement that this series needs to move it ahead.

As always Lorelei King is the voice of these characters her narration is like coming home to see old friends. This series & Lorelei’s narration is like comfort food!

3 ½ Stars

Evanovich never fails to entertain

Would you consider the audio edition of Notorious Nineteen to be better than the print version?

I can't say better cause I LOVE to read print versions as well, but they are neck and neck. Lorelei King is the perfect voice for these books.

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

I have read everyone of Janet Evanovich's books. You would think I could predict where she is going with a story line by now, but someone she still keeps me guessing!!!!

Have you listened to any of Lorelei King’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

This one compares with all the others.

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

I always laugh when reading Stephanie Plum books. And actually this one (in my opionion) was a bit more emotional. I think Stephanie is finally starting to grow up (just a little) If she grew up emotionally too fast it would not be believable. Janet is doing a great job with her maturity transformation.

Any additional comments?

Nothing but..... LOVE IT.

Another Stepanie Plum funny adventure.

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

Yes. Fun and interesting. Mysteries are seldom fun reading.

What other book might you compare Notorious Nineteen to and why?

Previous Evanovich books.

What about Lorelei King’s performance did you like?

She can make the characters "come to life".

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

N/A

Any additional comments?

No

Typical, Wonderful Evanovich!

Would you listen to Notorious Nineteen again? Why?

I love listening to stories about Stephanie Plum -- but I don't like listening more than once. This book is no exception.
The plot is simple and funny -- but once I have listened, I already know what is happening. Time to move on!

Would you recommend Notorious Nineteen to your friends? Why or why not?

Many of my other friends enjoy Evanovich -- thus I recommend all whenever I read or listen. Stories of this kind help to take the pressure off the end of the day, driving home -- and this is good!
I typically like driving while listening -- and all of a sudden the trip is not so long. Perfect!

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

Lorelei King does a great job of performing the characters. She typically reads stories from Evanovich -- I would expect no difference! The vitality that she brings to the characters is enigmatic!

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

No -- I like to listen to these kind of books across time -- It is easy to pick up after I have been involved in other projects. The material is light and easy to pick up where you left off.

A fun way to pass a snowy afternoon

Would you listen to Notorious Nineteen again? Why?

Yes I enjoyed the performance very much, the characters are creative. The story is silly sexy and fun,

Would you recommend Notorious Nineteen to your friends? Why or why not?

Yes for fun

Which scene was your favorite?

The interactions between the main characters and her male friends

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

It was silly and fun, pure escapism

Another great Evonovich book

Would you listen to Notorious Nineteen again? Why?

Yes, it is totally entertaining, a laugh out loud listen!!!

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

Very good interpretation, the voices very good.

Any additional comments?

I love the humor, I really enjoy both reading and listening to the books!

Does it again!

It is a traditional Stephanie plum novel. Always lots of fun, flirting and mystery! Looking forward to the next book!