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

Why a male narrator.

The primary protagonist is a woman — so why a man doing narration? While Scott Brick is excellent for male leads- just not the right voice here.

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!

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.

Entertaining!

Was not to sure about liking this book in the 1st couple of chapters but I really ended up loving it. It was humorous throughout. I plan on listening to it again! The characters were very likeable.

Good story but....scott’s a good Nick not a good Kate

My only wish is that Kate actually had a female voice. Nothing against the narrator but it’s hard to get into the female character through a male voice. Scott makes a good Nick but not so much Kate! If you change this up I’ll read on in the series.

Excellent!

Scott Brick is a great choice! A fun, entertaining listen. Really looking forward to the rest of the series!

Great fun!

Thoroughly enjoyable characters, storyline, and dialogue. Laughed out loud more than once while listening to this.

I love everything about The HEIST

Would you listen to The Heist again? Why?

Scott Brick is fabulous and I loved the story line. The story was fresh, fast paced and entertaining. I laughed out loud and was tickled by much of the dialog and banter. This was an excellent book and I expect to see it as a movie in theaters in the future. I can also imagine the second in a series coming soon.

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

Scott Brick is one of my favorites. He is much more than a reader. I always scan to see what his latest book might be. His voice is that of an actor with no irritating habits or intonations. He brings so much to an excellent book, one of the best!

Terrific read

I totally enjoyed everything about this book. The Evanovich /Goldberg team have once again provided an addicting series I look forward to every word of and will definitely spread the word to my Evanovich friends.

Unexpected adventure from this author

Janet Evanovich has been a favorite author for years, Lee Goldberg is for me a new author. The collaboration has created a fabulous story. The audible rendition is exciting and entertaining. I listened to Heist in one day as I could not stop listening the story. A great duo, I hope to see more from them in the future.