Dirty Thirty

Stephanie Plum, Book 30

By: Janet Evanovich

Narrated by: Lorelei King, Janet Evanovich

Length: 8 hrs and 2 mins

Publisher's summary

INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

Janet Evanovich, the “most popular mystery writer alive” (The New York Times), is in top form as she sends Stephanie Plum on the trail of a stolen stash of dirty diamonds.

Stephanie Plum, Trenton’s hardest working, most underappreciated bounty hunter, is offered a freelance assignment that seems simple enough. Local jeweler Martin Rabner wants her to locate his former security guard, Andy Manley (a.k.a. Nutsy), who he is convinced stole a fortune in diamonds out of his safe. Stephanie is also looking for another troubled man, Duncan Dugan, a fugitive from justice arrested for robbing the same jewelry store on the same day.

With her boyfriend Morelli away in Miami on police business, Stephanie is taking care of Bob, Morelli’s giant orange dog who will devour anything, from Stephanie’s stray donuts to the upholstery in her car. Morelli’s absence also means the inscrutable, irresistible security expert Ranger is front and center in Stephanie’s life when things inevitably go sideways. And he seems determined to stay there.

To complicate matters, her best friend Lula is convinced she is being stalked by a mythological demon hell-bent on relieving her of her wardrobe. An overnight stakeout with Stephanie’s mother and Grandma Mazur reveals three generations of women with nerves of steel and driving skills worthy of NASCAR champions.

As the body count rises and witnesses start to disappear, it won’t be easy for Stephanie to keep herself clean when everyone else is playing dirty. It’s a good thing Stephanie isn’t afraid of getting a little dirty, too.

©2023 Janet Evanovich (P)2023 Simon & Schuster Audio

Critic reviews

"Lorelei King, who has become the voice of Stephanie Plum, will delight fans in this 30th addition to the series. King masterfully performs the quirky crew surrounding bounty hunter Stephanie, including familiar and new characters. The plot, filled with laugh-out-loud moments, follows Stephanie and her sidekick, Lula, as they track down a colorful collection of felons. Their pursuits take them to Maine and back. The regular characters all make appearances, as do endless donuts and exploding cars. King shines in her ability to differentiate male and female characters, especially the indomitable Lula. Whatever the plot, the true joy for fans lies in spending time with Evanovich's beloved characters, vividly brought to life in King's narration." (AudioFile)

Another winning novel

I pre-ordered this novel as I enjoy Evanovich and Lorelei's interpretation, narration, and voices. Once again I was not disappointed.....and, because of how the novel ended.....(I won't spoil it) .... I can't wait for Thirty-One!!!!!

Team RangerAll Of The Way

I liked everything about the book itself; it was a huge improvement over her last, probably 10 books. What I don’t like about the series is the year long wait for the next book but that seems to be par for the course with most authors. I had begun to think that Ms. Evanovich was no longer actually writing the books. This one felt more like her writing. Also Ms. King does a wonderful job narrating this series and I’m glad she is still doing it at 30 books; the continuation of the story and characters just wouldn’t be the same without her.

I would recommend this series to anyone who loves to read and enjoys humor and action. Like everyone else I’m ready for Stephanie to pick a life partner to go forward with. After all she is not getting any younger. I of course have always been solidly a Ranger fan and I think Ms. Evanovich could write some very interesting plots and scenes with Stephanie and her cohorts, along with her relationship with Ranger. I like Morelli but not as her husband. Her and Ranger could still work together. I don’t want to see Morelli written out just in a different role other than an intimate relationship with Stephanie.

Always a 5 star

As always, wonderful story with many layers , great characters, one of the best narrators, ever , a fun, fun, fun book!

Team Ranger

I love this series so much. I love the characters and the humor. People say that it's always the same formula, but I see growth too. Stephanie has gotten better at bounty hunting and has more confidence in herself. Ranger has gone from not wanting a relationship to loving Stephanie. He shows it in so many ways. And actions speak louder than words. Morelli says he loves Stephanie, and maybe he does in his own way, but he's not ready for serious and I'm not sure he ever will be. He's happy with someone to watch a game with and sleep with lol. My hope is, at the end of this, Stephanie and Ranger have their HEA. I can't wait for 31!

Always amazing!!!! Can’t wait for her next one!!!!!

Always amazing!!!! Can’t wait for her next one!!!!! Can’t wait to see what happens next!

Loved it!

The book was great! I laughed out loud several times.
I think this is one of the best in the series :o)

Don't make me wait !

Another fun story, but the twist at the end makes me want to wish a year away! That says a lot because I'm close to 70 and I don't throw away time. Happy reading/listening everyone.

Best ever

I love this series! This book is so good I have read it twice. Can’t wait for 31. Thank you

Another laugh out loud fun read

This is my favorite book series of all time. I re-read it all the time, 30 was another great storyline! The ending makes me want 31 to come quick!! #teamranger

Loved it!

I always love Stephanie Plum books!! TEAM RANGER!! And seriously who is a better reader than Lorelei King?!! The best!!