- Hardcover: 304 pages
- Publisher: HarperCollins; First Edition First Printing edition (2 Nov 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0739448277
- ISBN-13: 978-0739448274
- ASIN: 000717621X
- Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 15.6 x 3.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 2.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 977,979 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Amazon.co.uk Review
More beguiling criminal diversion from the ever-dependable Janet Evanovich, Metro Girl may not introduce any new elements into the quirky Evanovich universe, but fans won’t give a damn--all the usual fingerprints are well in evidence. Previously, her carefully numbered Stephanie Plum novels offered real delight for those who could get past the arch name of the heroine, and her brilliantly drawn New Jersey settings were counterbalanced by machine-tooled plotting and a cherishable sardonic wit.
Metro Girl has a slew of unlikely elements stirred into a heady brew: treasures sunk beneath the ocean, bloody murder and (believe it or not) a highly sensuous stock car racer. The unreliable ‘Wild’ Bill Barnaby has vanished, and his not-to-be-messed with sister Alex makes her way to Miami to track him down. Alex fights to keep body and soul together in the sultry climate, as both unmanageable coiffure and vicious thugs threaten her equilibrium. She discovers that Bill unwisely appropriated the yacht of the formidable Sam Hooker, and Sam realises that keeping close to Alex may lead him to Bill, with a little score-settling on the menu. Soon, both are heading into dangerous waters (both literally and figuratively) with Cuban gold and leftovers from the Cuban missile crisis making things very hot for the protagonists.
Alex is one hell of a heroine, and the perfect conduit for the reader through the unlikely (but strangely plausible) narrative. You’ve heard books described as a wild ride before--this is one time where that description really fits the bill. Get your ticket and climb aboard--and don’t forget your hairspray.--Barry Forshaw
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Praise for Janet Evanovich:
‘Hilarious reading, with a gorgeous fistful of believable and only occasionally murderous eccentrics’ Mail on Sunday
‘Evanovich’s comic surrealism is in the same league as Carl Hiaasen’s’ Marcel Berlins, The Times
‘Janet Evanovich’s name raises expectations of a laughaloud story… an entertaining frolic’ Sunday Telegraph
‘Punchy, saucy and stacks of fun’ Mirror
‘The pace never flags, the humour is grandly surreal and the dialogue fairly sizzles off the page’ Irish Times
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I'm a big Stephanie Plum fan, so I was quite looking forward to this book. Unfortunately, it's not as engaging or charming as Evanovich's Plum series, and the characters are quite two dimensional. However, if you want an easy, undemanding read - suspend your higher cognitive functions (and your belief!) and give it a go!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book was so bad, neither my friend nor I could finish it. Embarrassingly bad. What is the matter with Janet Evanovich? It isn't even funny.
My friend had never read any other of the Evanovich books, Plum series, etc and she wondered why I raved about the first Plums.
I can't even imagine Evanovich fans would enjoy this. If are thinking about reading any of Janet Evanovich books, don't read this one, it is by far her worst. Try One for the Money or Two for the Dough.
Metro Girl is absolutely pathetic. I still can't believe Evanovich wrote it herself. If so, she has gone downhill very fast.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I think some of the reviews on here are a little harsh to say the least. Ok, it'll never make the halls of must reads, but if you want something undemanding to read this is ok, but I wouldn't bother spending your money on getting a new copy - buy it second hand from a charity shop or Amazon Market Place then you've not wasted too much money, or borrow it!)
I would however highly recommend the Stephanie Plum books. They are far more entertaining and amusing.
I would however highly recommend the Stephanie Plum books. They are far more entertaining and amusing.
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Go Metro Girl -Go!!!!
I am a huge fan of Stephanie Plum, having found her only 2 months ago, i have now read all 16 books & loved them. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Ap Nj Dorrall
another perfect book for after a long day at work...
The reviews are quite negative, but I am a big fan of the Stephanie Plum series and really liked this one aswell!
Published on 11 Oct 2008 by Diela
funny, fast paced read
i feel that some of the reviews here a little severe. ok so its not going to win the greatest literature award but for what it is, that is a funny, silly adventure romance comedy i... Read more
Published on 15 Aug 2007 by Lindymck
It's supposed to be Fun!...and it is.
I don't usually read novels which are light-hearted as such but I have read all of Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum series (rather out of character for me) and after some... Read more
Published on 12 Mar 2006 by Charliecat
All hype and no delivery.
Janet Evanovich promises much but delivers little in this hotchpotch of plots, childish dialogue and unappealing characters.
I feel cheated that I spent my money on this. Read more
Published on 7 Mar 2006 by Lucinda Howell
Give it a break!
Okay, okay, so this book isn't going to win any awards for its literary genius, but the above reviews are about as fair as a slap in the face. Read more
Published on 21 Feb 2006 by love2read
Excruiatingly bad
If you are thinking of buying this book - DON'T. It is so bad, you will be laughed at by booksellers the world over when you take it up the counter. Read more
Published on 24 Jan 2006 by Laurie
The star is for Lorlei King's narration The rest is rubbish.
Only suitable for the trash can.
I disagree that men would prefer this book than women. Crap is crap, no matter what gender, age or sexual orientation you are. Read more
Published on 24 Jan 2006 by J. Terence Homes
Dire drivel!
Improbable plot with unappealing main characters. The author has tried to jump on every current bandwagon and missed the lot. Read more
Published on 2 Jan 2006 by Madeleine
Not for Evanovich Fans
Probably the worst book I have read in the last 5 years and I read at least 2 books a week.
If you like the Stephanie Plum series, as I do, you will probably be disappointed with... Read more
Published on 31 Dec 2005 by Madeleine
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