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Seven Up by Janet Evanovich

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Summary

Semiretired mob guy Eddie DeCooch is caught trafficking contraband cigarettes through Trenton, New Jersey. When DeCooch fails to show for a court appearance, bond enforcement agent Stephanie Plum is assigned the task of finding him and dragging his decrepit ass back to jail. Not such an easy job, it turns out, since DeCooch has learned a lot of tricks over the years and isn't afraid to use his gun. He's already shot Loretta Ricci, an innocent old lady, and left her for worm food in his shed. He wouldn't mind shooting Stephanie next. Likeable losers (and Steph's former high school classmates) Walter "MoonMan" Dunphy and Dougie "The Dealer" Kruper have inadvertently become involved with DeCooch. They've gotten sucked into an operation that is much more than simple cigarette smuggling and holds risks far greater than anyone could have imagined. When Dougie disappears, Steph goes into search mode. When Mooner disappears, she calls in the heavy artillery and asks master bounty hunter Ranger for help. Ranger's price for the job? One night with Stephanie, dusk to dawn. Not information she's want to share with her sometime live-in roommate, vice cop Joe Morelli, A typical dilemma in the world of Plum. And on the homefront, Stephanie's "perfect" sister, Valerie, has decided to move back to Trenton, bringing her two kids from hell with her. Grandma Mazur is asking questions about being a lesbian, and Bob, the bulimic dog, is eating everything in sight--including the furniture. Mud wrestling, motorcycles, fast cars, fast food, and fast men. It's Seven Up. Absolutely Janet Evanovich at her very best.

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  • I have to give credit to the narrator, who has an impressive acting background, but I must say her performance in this book was absolutely terrible. Seriously, bring back Debi Mazar! She was absolutely perfect for the role! Now, Stephanie Plum and the rest of the gang are New Jersey natives, but I barely heard a hint of a Jersey accent. Stephanie herself sounded like a regular Midwest housewife, just like me. Honestly, they might as well have had Katherine Heigl do the narration. And when did Dougie start sounding all Southern? Ranger, who used to sound sexy in the previous books, came off as sleazy and gross in this one. I guess Stephanie's sister's voice wasn't too bad, but the voices of her two little daughters were like nails on a chalkboard. Overall, none of the voices matched the characters I had imagined in my head after six books. The male voices, in particular, were way over the top. The only character I actually enjoyed listening to was the narrator's portrayal of Boomer. She nailed the stoner vibe perfectly. So, since this narrator is going to be handling all the remaining Stephanie Plum books, I won't be getting any more on the service. I guess I'll have to switch to reading the hard copies instead.
  • This book began with an adorable, humorous, and enjoyable tone, but unfortunately, it took a turn towards something extremely clichéd and racially insensitive. The portrayal of Lula, the character, seemed to embody the outdated stereotype of a modern-day mammy, and the depiction of her choking on fried chicken due to her greediness was truly repulsive. It's disheartening to witness such a caricature being deemed acceptable. As a result, I have no intention of ever engaging with this author's work again.
  • The Stephanie Plum series is hands down the most entertaining and hilarious set of books I've ever come across. 'Seven Up', the seventh book in the series, certainly lived up to the reputation with its delightful blend of charm, humor, and suspense. Although the plot may have followed a familiar pattern, it didn't detract from the overall enjoyment of the read. Moreover, the narrator truly deserves a standing ovation. I specifically choose to rent or purchase books just to listen to her narration. She effortlessly gives distinct voices to the various characters, making it feel like a cinematic experience. Having listened to countless audio books, I can confidently say that the Plum series, along with this talented narrator, are truly top-tier. I highly recommend giving it a go!
  • I usually enjoy the more serious mysteries, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much fun this tongue-in-cheek story turned out to be. It has all the elements that keep you engrossed, whether you find yourself sitting in your car or taking a longer route home just to listen to a bit more of the story that you absolutely don't want to end. And to top it off, there's another element - it had me bursting out laughing while I was listening. I'll definitely be on the lookout for more books by Janet Evanovich, as well as the incredible narrator, Lorelei King. This is one of those stories that would be difficult to imagine without the subtleties and nuances that the narrator brings to the table.
  • I absolutely adore this series and the storyline, but I must say, I had high expectations for the narrator based on all the rave reviews... Unfortunately, I was quite disappointed. Aside from a few characters like Lula, Vinny, and a couple more, she just doesn't quite capture the essence of the voices. Joe Manelli's portrayal is downright dreadful, Grandma Mazur sounds like a villainous witch, and it honestly feels like nails on a chalkboard to my ears. And let's not forget Stephanie and Joyce, neither of whom have a Jersey accent, which is a real letdown considering their characters. I can't fathom how anyone could think this loralei king, or whatever her name is, is exceptional... I truly believe you should have your hearing checked if you're of that opinion.
  • I've been digging the entire series thus far. Gotta admit, though, it was a tad more enjoyable when I had my nose buried in the book. The narrator didn't quite bring the same level of oomph and expressiveness that I was craving, you know what I mean?
  • The writing in 'Seven Up' is pretty average. The narration was improved with the initial reader. However, since I'm head over heels for Stephanie and Morelli, I just can't quit the series. Despite the way he's depicted as a dummy, I still appreciate Ranger. The narrator's portrayal of him makes him come across as dim-witted. And let's not forget how amazing Lula is!
  • I absolutely adored the narrative and the storyline, being a huge enthusiast of the Stephanie Plum series. However, I must admit that I wasn't particularly fond of the narrator. To be honest, she came across as insincere and lacked authenticity. Her attempts at accents were quite underwhelming, and overall, her narration made it quite challenging for me to complete the book.
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