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Once Upon a Crime

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Once Upon a Crime

By: Brynn Kelly
Narrated by: Chase Brown, Rebekkah Ross
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She’s a librarian. He’s a movie star. Someone wants them dead.

Lana Fleming’s sister has vanished from the set of TV’s hottest show, and no one seems to care. Desperate for answers, Lana sneaks in as an extra, only to get stranded with Griffin Hart, an A-list action star with a reputation for good abs and bad decisions.

Though Griffin didn’t expect to be cast as a librarian’s sidekick in a real-life thriller, he’s weirdly into it—and into her. Even more unsettling—she sees right through his playboy persona. But their meet-cute soon turns deadly when they uncover a Hollywood scandal for the ages.

Caught in a high-stakes cliffhanger, it’s up to the leading man and his unlikely love interest to save the day, defeat the bad guys and maybe—just maybe—earn their own happy ending.

Lights. Camera. Run for your life.

©2024 Brynn Kelly (P)2025 Audible Originals, LLC.
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The Audiobook's Story Revolves Around An Unlikely Romance Between A Famous Actor And A Shy Librarian, Intertwined With An Intriguing Mystery And Suspenseful Plot Twists. Many Listeners Found The Storyline Engaging, With Unexpected Turns That Kept Them Hooked. The Romance Aspect And Compelling Characters Were Also Praised. However, Some Felt The Plot Was Predictable Or Unrealistic At Times, With Underdeveloped Characters Or Slow Pacing. The Themes Explored Include The Contrasting Worlds Of Celebrities And Ordinary People, Secrets And Revelations, And The Blossoming Of An Unconventional Romantic Relationship Amidst A Suspenseful Mystery.
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Smart & Funny!

I really didn’t know what to expect but I was pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed this! Both the main characters are well written, both are smart & sensitive. I also just loved the “librarian as hero” storyline! I wanted a break from the heaviness of what I’ve been reading & from life these days. This was a treat.

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A fun and wild ride!

This was a wonderfully good time! I had so much fun with Lana and Griffin. The story is packed with romance and angst but not smut (which I love!). There were some very suspenseful and emotional moments too! Overall a great story!

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Recommended!

I thought it was well read with a fun story & great plot twists. I would recommend this.

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good

found this to be different from the other Rom Coms. Enjoyed it and hope to find some more like this.

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unique while being universal in its ability to let everyone completely relate to it

This was a whim listen and omg it surprised me how it grabbed my attention right off the bat. the plot is simple in its core allowing everyone to quickly identify and place themselves within its world.
Then in this slick and smooth way it grabs you up thrusts you onto this rollercoaster of mystery, attraction and some how also peeling away at the edges of what it is we do as a society to those we admire, we pay for entertainment and how we as people cope with the world physically and mentally. From points of view that should be hands down opposite we actually are surprised to see how similar each behaviors actually are.
All the while spinning back to focus on a mystery that could have dire effects on the very people we have come to want to protect from every aspect of conflict an pain they seem to careening towards.
The plot is simple yes but so whole layered with secrets, believeable character, cunning twists with a fair share of emotional and collateral damage that we as the readers/listeners don't dare to turn away.
Lana was brave while being humble and sensitive. The rest of the characters brought so much to the table that you watch her forcefully grow with each new challenge and puzzle. Watch her become more confident and just a little crazy as she pushes on to find her sister even as her life tips out of control. Loved this story, was expecting a cute and slightly adventurous romantic comedy and got so much more then I could ever imagine.
Laughs, Tears, Jump Scares, Intrigue and Just Enough Steam That You May Think You Left The Kettle On. (Spice level maybe 2 or 3 out of 5, foreplay an some epic fantasy level make out scenes before fading to black for the actual sex scenes)

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Nice blend of rom-com and mystery/suspencd

Likable characters who pair up to solve a mystery in a Hollywood setting. Author has a depth of knowledge of the industry. Nice slow burn romance. Satisfying ending. Much humor but also suspense. Recommended!

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I didn’t want it to end

I’m genuinely heartbroken that it’s over. I absolutely loved this book, beginning to end! I loved that there were aspects to the twist that I didn’t even kind of see coming. More please!!

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Made me wish my drive was longer.

started this on a road trip home, and was so good. funny and good mystery.

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Surprisingly good

Surprisingly good! I usually have low expectations for audiobooks with multiple voice actors but this one was very enjoyable.

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Well written & narrated

Great listen for a Plus! Engaging, storyline a bit bizarre, all in all excellent. I would use a credit on lt.

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