One For The Money (Abridged): A Stephanie Plum Novel Audiobook, by Janet Evanovich Play Audiobook Sample

One For The Money (Abridged): A Stephanie Plum Novel Audiobook

One For The Money (Abridged): A Stephanie Plum Novel Audiobook, by Janet Evanovich Play Audiobook Sample
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Read By: Amanda Ronconi, Lori Petty Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 2.00 hours at 1.5x Speed 1.50 hours at 2.0x Speed Series: The Stephanie Plum Novels Release Date: January 1996 Format: Abridged Audiobook ISBN: 9780743545556

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

3

Longest Chapter Length:

68:25 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

51:49 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

57:54 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

93

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Publisher Description

Discover where it all began—#1 New York Times bestselling author Janet Evanovich’s first “snappily written, fast-paced, and witty” (USA TODAY) novel in the beloved Stephanie Plum series featuring a feisty and funny heroine who “comes roaring in like a blast of very fresh air” (The Washington Post).

Meet Stephanie Plum, a bounty hunter with attitude. In Stephanie’s opinion, toxic waste, rabid drivers, armed schizophrenics, and August heat, humidity, and hydrocarbons are all part of the great adventure of living in Jersey.

She’s a product of the “burg,” a blue-collar pocket of Trenton where houses are attached and narrow, cars are American, windows are clean, and (God forbid you should be late) dinner is served at six.

Out of work and out of money, Stephanie blackmails her bail-bondsman cousin Vinnie into giving her a try as an apprehension agent. Stephanie knows zilch about the job requirements, but she figures her new pal, el-primo bounty hunter Ranger, can teach her what it takes to catch a crook. Her first assignment: nail Joe Morelli, a former vice cop on the run from a charge of murder one. Morelli’s the inamorato who charmed Stephanie out of her virginity at age sixteen. There’s still powerful chemistry between them, so the chase should be interesting…and could also be extremely dangerous.

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"I loved this book and cannot wait for the second one to check in at the library! The character reminded me of myself. I would be just like that if I had to branch out and start a drastically new job, and who does not have a Morelli in their past:)"

— Mrspam4ever (5 out of 5 stars)

Quotes

  • “Stephanie Plum is so smart, so honest, and so funny that her narrative charm could drive a documentary on termites. 

    — Amazon.com, editorial review
  • “Evanovich’s debut is a delightful romp.” 

    — Publishers Weekly
  • “Evanovich’s writing is as smooth, clever, and laugh-aloud funny as Robert Parker at his best, her plot is ingenious and fresh, her dialogue is breezy, bright, and witty, and gutsy.” 

    — Booklist
  • “A witty, well-written, and gutsy debut.” 

    — Library Journal

Awards

  • A New York Times bestseller
  • Winner of the 1995 CWA New Blood Dagger
  • Winner of the 1995 Dilys Award
  • A 1995 Anthony Award Nominee for Best Novel
  • A 1995 Edgar Allan Poe Award Nominee
  • A 1995 Shamus Award Nominee
  • A 1994 Agatha Award Nominee

One For The Money Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 3.75609756097561 out of 53.75609756097561 out of 53.75609756097561 out of 53.75609756097561 out of 53.75609756097561 out of 5 (3.76)
5 Stars: 10
4 Stars: 16
3 Stars: 11
2 Stars: 3
1 Stars: 1
Narration: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 (4.00)
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Story: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 (4.00)
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  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 Narration Rating: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 Story Rating: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I have read this book before and am still entertained by Janet Evanovich's wit and humor. "

    — Ria, 7/6/2016
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " There were definite funny bits, but I'm pretty sure Stephanie Plum is a moron and wouldn't actually have ended up alive. It was a fluffy little book despite a few gruesome scenes, and good for leisurely holiday reading. "

    — Meagan, 2/19/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I love Janet's books... I got hooked with the first and can't stop reading them...they are such easy reads... "

    — Dawn, 2/15/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A lighthearted, fast read. Predictable, but humorous. "

    — Jenny, 2/13/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This book was the one that got me hooked on Stehpine Plum! The whole series is a must read! "

    — Kendra, 2/13/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Totally fun and lighthearted series! "

    — Kerri-jo, 2/10/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I love Stephanie Plum "

    — Benja, 1/27/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I'm not understanding the hype of this book honestly. "

    — Brandie, 1/24/2014
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Can't believe I found a book where I liked the movie better! It was ok, but I wouldn't bother with another one in the series. There were some funny parts, but I found it a bit raunchy. You can have a good plot, funny, suspenseful...without the nasty language, in my opinion. I was disappointed as I was wanting to find a series that would keep me occupied for a long time! "

    — Lori, 1/18/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Pretty fun, overall fluffy, but it builds suspense well. Good light reading. "

    — Rosemary, 1/17/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Really love Janet Evanovich characters and 'laugh out loud' stories. "

    — Debbi, 1/16/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Again, movie made it okay. "

    — Bèbè, 1/5/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Just ok. I kept waiting for it to get better and it never really did. Maybe if I were from New Jersey I would have enjoyed this more. I really liked the love/hate relationship with Morelli, but was unimpressed with the mystery part of the plot. "

    — April, 12/10/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " An OK read, not very impressive. Hopefully the series gets better "

    — Chained_rose, 11/26/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This book was so much better then I ever imagined it would be. I was glued to it and completely interested in what would happen next. "

    — Demi, 11/16/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I love this entire series! I can't wait for #19 to come out!! "

    — Ashley, 11/14/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Easy read - love the humor "

    — Jenny, 10/17/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " The equivalent of a chick flick - lighthearted, enjoyable, and a quick/easy read. "

    — Jeanette, 9/18/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " easy and entertaining read "

    — Markus, 4/30/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " funny.....every one else has read these so why not? good audiobook for the car. "

    — Kealey, 4/27/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Another good beach read. I really like Stephanie Plum... she cracks me up and I'm going to read the entire series. "

    — Ginger, 3/7/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " As a wiSe bookseller told me when I bought it, this book wasn't good, but it was fun. Great for beach reading. "

    — Anne, 1/9/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " A wonderful series for those looking for a quick and funny mystery. "

    — Julia, 9/30/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " These are fun, but she doesn't seem to really hit her stride until the third or fourth one "

    — Miranda, 5/24/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Read this first one and became hooked. I load the next book in the series as soon as I finish the last one. "

    — Terry, 1/31/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I found One For The Money, first in the long running Stephanie Plum, bounty hunter series, a quick and easy read. There's nothing too deep or thoughtful here but I did enjoy the antics of Stephanie and her family. "

    — Kathleen, 10/31/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I love all of the Stephanie Plum books. "

    — Kelly, 9/6/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Stephanie Plum is down on her luck, no job, no money and more. a job comes along with cousing Vinny and she becomes a bounty hunter. witty, wise and a great read. "

    — Joni, 6/17/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " a very hilarious and very "adult" mystery novel...and of course i loved it :) i really hope that the movie does this book justice "

    — Andrea, 5/24/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " These "Number" books are VERY funny and action packed "

    — Breigh, 5/23/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I really enjoyed this! My mother has read these books for years and I never got into them until now. Looking forward to reading the rest!! "

    — Michelle, 5/21/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I am listening to it on CD, so far it is a good book. I am laughing alot and can put myself in her place at times. "

    — Caroline, 5/20/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Alot of people I know have read thiis book and have been trying to get me to read it. I didnt think that I would like it but whenfinnally read it I found that i liked it.I loved the humor in this book, it was funny and serious at the same time. "

    — Katherine, 5/20/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Love the book so happy I found a new series I liked =-) "

    — Liz, 5/18/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " What a great read...and I need more! "

    — Michelle, 5/15/2011
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Ah, read on a whim. Not to impressed. While I did enjoy Stephanie and Morelli's relationship, that is all I liked. "

    — Panagiota, 5/14/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " So, I got on the journey to run around with Ms Plum. it wad great fun, so far. "

    — Cindy, 5/14/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Totally funny! I actually did LOL at this one. "

    — LaNell, 5/14/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Her books crack me up. They are fun to read. "

    — Marni, 5/14/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Funny and suspenseful! I really enjoyed it! "

    — Betsyb, 5/13/2011
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " Fluffy, fun book. Read it in an hour, promptly forgot about it. "

    — Christina, 5/13/2011

About the Authors

Janet Evanovich is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Stephanie Plum novels, as well a dozen romance novels, the Alexandra Barnaby novels, and more. She is the winner of the New Jersey Romance Writers Golden Leaf Award and multiple Romantic Times awards, including for lifetime achievement. She is also a long-standing member of Romance Writers of America.

Jeaniene Frost is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of several series of paranormal and romance novels, including the Night Huntress series, Night Prince series, and the Broken Destiny series, among others. Foreign rights for her novels have sold to nineteen different countries. She lives in North Carolina with her husband Matthew, who long ago accepted that she rarely cooks and always sleeps in on the weekends. Aside from writing, she enjoys reading, poetry, watching movies with her husband, exploring old cemeteries, spelunking and traveling—by car. Airplanes, children, and cookbooks frighten her.

About Amanda Ronconi

Amanda Ronconi is an actress and narrator who divides her time between New York City and upstate New York. She holds a BFA from New York University, where she studied at the Stella Adler Conservatory. Amanda has performed in theaters around New York City and regionally, as well as on film and television.