Sparkled

Lacey Luzzi Mafia Mysteries Book 2

By: Gina LaManna

Narrated by: Caitlin Kelly

Length: 5 hrs and 56 mins

Publisher's summary

Lacey, Clay and Meg are back - this time headed to...a wedding?

Assignment Numero Dos for Lacey comes straight from the Godfather himself. When one of the Luzzi Family's low-ranking associates turns up dead, Carlos believes it may be the doing of the rival Russian mob, and he orders Lacey to find the killer. But every detail about the assignment is a little too neat, a little too tidy, and a little too good to be true. Could this really be an open and shut case, complete with a confession from the murderer?

When Lacey's pumpkin-colored, body-building cousin Joey starts making trouble at his ex-fiancé's wedding - the case starts unraveling from the inside out.

Lacey's not sure what is worse: going face to face with a vicious murderer, ditching Auntie Nora's attempts to fill in the "plus one" on her invite, or finding herself locked in the same hotel as the hot, unavailable, but increasingly drool-worthy Anthony.

Though most family gatherings are challenging, Lacey is afraid that this glittery Family wedding might just kill her.

©2015 Gina Thorwick (P)2015 Gina Thorwick

as realistic as an I Love Lucy episode

AudioBook Review: Stars Overall 4 Narration 4 Story 4

Lacey and her ‘crew’ are back and there is another mystery that may involve ‘The Family”. Her grandfather, the “Godfather of the Twin Cities” has called her in to discover who killed Leo, a trusted street soldiers. Could it be the Russians, a friend, or perhaps even one of ‘The Family’ who was responsible? Oh – and please solve the case before your Cousin Vivian’s wedding, in just under a week. No Biggie.

Well, actually, despite her often falling into and over clues and correct answers, she does have friends and a crew that are very on her side, and even calling on friends and family to help out doesn’t seem to stretch her resources or her ability to finally get the job done. Toss in a kidnapping (or maybe a staged one) add several laughs, the stress of family and weddings and then toss the ‘Family’ into the mix and what emerges is completely over the top story that just grazes the line of plausible, but is so much more fun for the outré scenarios.

Caitlyn Kelly returns to narrate this title as well, again her voice captures the spirit of Lacey with her youthful perky performance with a touch of sass and chirp. She navigates accents, delivery and presentation for the other characters giving distinct and notable voices to match characters and whatever backstory is presented for them. It is a wonderful listen, full of moments to laugh and as realistic as an I Love Lucy episode, but all the more fun for it.

I received an AudioBook copy of the title from the author for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.

Book 2

the story was OK narrator did a good job. you will laugh and chuckle. kind of a cutsie easy listen

Lacey is back for another adventure.

Any additional comments?

Lacey Luzzi is back doing another job for her Grandfather, the Godfather of the Minnappolis Mafia. This time she is out to find who killed one of the Family's lower level associates. Along for the ride are her cousin Clay and best friend Meg. Can Lacey find out who did the hit before rival Russian Mafia makes their next move?

Sparkled is the second in the Lacey Luzzi Mafia Mystery series. This cozy mystery has action, plot twists and romance too. Ms. LaManna has crafted a well though out story and the addition of Caitlin Kelly as narrator brings the story up another notch. Ms. Kelly give's each character their own voice and is able to further draw you into the story with her enthusiasm. I highly recommend Ms. Kelly's work.

"This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of Audiobook Blast."

The book is great the narrator not so much

I love this series but the narrator makes it sound like a bunch of rugrats reading which is annoying to listen to.

loved these books - can't wait for next one

Oh my I am so in love with these books - Gina needs to crank out more faster as I couldn't put it down

The mismatched narration.

The narration sounded much like voices from a cartoon. The humor was just too juvenile for my taste.

Why did it have to end THERE!!!

I love this series and the building romance between Lacey and Anthony. But I HATE that just when the book was getting really, really good and I thought maybe it might lead to something really, really HOT...I heard The End. I wanted to scream NOOOO. I know why the author is doing this, but I really hate it. Yet at the same time, it means more adventures and more hot scenes between them. So it's really a love hate relationship.

Love the story

What did you like best about Sparkled? What did you like least?

I loved the story, and I thought it was funny; but the voice for Lace came off kinda flat.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Sparkled?

The most memorable moment was the druken fight between the bride, and the bridesmaid.

Did Caitlin Kelly do a good job differentiating all the characters? How?

I think she captured Meg and Clay perfectly. Lacey and Anthony kinda fell flat for me.

If this book were a movie would you go see it?

Probably.

LOL Read and wonderful narrated

If you could sum up Sparkled in three words, what would they be?

Funny Suspenseful
Witty

Who was your favorite character and why?

Lacey. Because of all she gets into and out of!

What does Caitlin Kelly bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

She brings it to life!

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Laughed throughout most of the book!

Any additional comments?

Love Gina LaManna!

MORE MORE MORE!! LOVE THIS SERIES!!!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes I would...its hilarious, fun and the narration is superb!!!!

Who was your favorite character and why?

Lacey, and Meg!

What does Caitlin Kelly bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Caitlin is a great Lacey...and her narration is perfection!!! She brings this book to life!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Absolutely YES!!!!

Any additional comments?

** I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review **

When Caitlin asked me if I wanted to listen/review this book I said ABSOLUTELY YES IMMEDIATELY!!! I LOVE THIS SERIES!!! I HOPE #3 IS AVAILABLE ASAP!!!

Lacey and the crew are at it again, this time in search of a murderer! Along the way, there is a wedding with a runaway bride and 2 grooms....some kidnapping, a lot of lies, a little romance and tons of hilarity!!! Lacey is a great character she is smart and sassy and trouble seems to find her all the time...Being a member of a mob family isn't all its cracked up to be, but in the end she comes out a hero once again!

Thanks Caitlin!!!