One for the Money
Stephanie Plum (abridged) • Book 1
by Janet Evanovich
Narrated by Lori Petty
Why Listen to This Audiobook?
Lori Petty sounds like she's been waiting her whole career to play a broke Jersey girl who becomes a bounty hunter to pay rent.
- Great if you want: comedy-mystery with a charismatic, self-deprecating female lead
- Listening experience: fast, breezy, laugh-out-loud — built for short commutes
- Narration: Petty's sharp irreverence is a near-perfect match for Plum's voice
- Skip if: abridged cuts bother you — this is under 3 hours
About This Audiobook
Stephanie Plum finds herself unemployed and desperate in Trenton, New Jersey, leading her to take an unconventional job as a bounty hunter with her cousin Vinnie's bail bonds company. Her first assignment proves both personally and professionally challenging when she discovers she must track down Joe Morelli, a disgraced police officer accused of murder who also happens to be the man who took her virginity behind the Tasty Pastry bakery years earlier. Armed with little more than determination and a crash course in fugitive recovery, Stephanie navigates the gritty streets of her hometown while dodging danger and confronting her complicated past with the elusive Morelli.
Lori Petty brings infectious energy and perfect comedic timing to Evanovich's breakout novel, capturing Stephanie's blend of vulnerability and fierce determination with remarkable authenticity. Petty's distinctive voice adds layers of personality to the supporting cast of colorful Trenton characters, from Stephanie's meddling family to the various criminals she encounters. Her pacing enhances the story's natural rhythm between laugh-out-loud moments and genuine suspense, making the audio format ideal for experiencing Stephanie's internal monologue and sharp observations. The production quality allows Petty's performance to shine, creating an immersive experience that perfectly complements Evanovich's signature mix of mystery and humor.