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Summary: Instantly Likable, Readable and Full of Action
Review: Nearly a decade ago, Nora Roberts' alter ego J.D. Robb introduced a series with an interesting combination of genres. More than just an old-fashioned romance, it is a romance with a twist: It's a futuristic murder mystery too. And the damsel in distress is tough-as-nails Lt. Eve Dallas. NAKED IN DEATH is the first in a stream of more than a dozen tales involving the steamy/steely lieutenant.In J.D. Robb's future world --- the world in another five decades --- there are myriad changes, as one would expect, but she suggests that human nature will remain what it has always been, and will continue to be: flawed. The murder that gets the story rolling isn't committed with a fancy techno-weapon, but an old-fashioned, messy handgun. While banned in the future, they are legally collectible. Multi-billionaire Roarke has an enviable collection of them. Naturally, the detectives question him immediately. But would a man with the wherewithal and wit to achieve Roarke's position be so cocky as to callously toss the murder weapon down next to the body and figure he can escape police scrutiny? He comes under even more suspicion when it is learned the victim's building security tapes have been tampered with. Roarke is an unequaled expert in the field. To complicate matters, the victim is the granddaughter of powerful Senator de Blass, an ill-tempered politician screaming for justice and decency --- and the capture of the person who killed his precious Sharon. Then a second body turns up, the setting a mirror image of the first. This involves another "licensed companion" (the euphemistic term applied in 2058 to a prostitute). And another antique gun is casually dropped at the scene. When a third "companion" is found in identical circumstances, the powerful senator cranks up the heat on the already-overworked detectives. Eve fears her job may be in jeopardy without a quick capture of the murderer. The investigation throws Roarke and Lt. Dallas together almost daily, much to her dismay --- and occasional delight. As Eve eliminates him as a viable suspect, she finds herself drawn to the man. Against her will and her better judgment, she surrenders to her own desires. The pair vibrates with electricity that says this attraction is more than just sexual. The series, starting with NAKED IN DEATH, is instantly likable, readable and full of enough action to satisfy all but the most intellectual of readers. Bedroom scenes come often enough for the romance lovers among the mystery buffs. And a bagful of twists will keep you guessing, right to the very end. --- Reviewed by Kate Ayers
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Summary: The first of a FANTASTIC series
Review: This is a re-release ... but don't let that stop you. This is a fantastic series. If you haven't started reading the series, try it. If you have, then read it again. Actually, I don't have this book in hardback yet ... guess this will be the next addition to my library!
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Summary: A winner
Review: JD Robb is the alter ego of romance novelist Nora Roberts. AS JD Robb, she writes a futuristic mystery/suspense series featuring Lieutenant Eve Dallas and billionaire Roarke. Naked in Death is the first in the series- it takes place many years into the future (2058). It is fascinating to see how much things have advanced- the future is full of technology, rules/regulations, legalized prostitution and contraband luxuries. But even with all these advancements, there is still murder. Eve is investigating a serial killing and she finds out that she is falling for one of the main suspects, Roarke. The serial killer is targeting prostitutes and using outlawed guns to make his point. The investigation is complicated by the fact that one of the victims is connected to a very influential political family. That family, and Eve herself, have secrets to keep hidden--secrets that have to be uncovered to stop the killer Naked in Death introduces Eve and Roarke and their complex relationship. As a couple, they are compelling and have definate chemistry. Despite the killings and Eve's past, they manage to begin their relationship which will progress in the books that follow and continue the series. The plot of the book is fast paced. The ending conclusion and revelation of the murderer comes as a surprise. Naked in Death is a great start to the Death series.
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Summary: Entertaining but far from great.
Review: My main complaint about this book (or series) is that the futuristic setting adds little; in fact, Nora Roberts' sci-fi elements seem to come more from The Jetsons than from current projections of the coming century. (For example -- flying cars and extensive space travel/colonization are both staples of old-style sci-fi, but are very unlikely to occure in the next half century). Eve Dallas could have been written in the present day and it would have worked as well.
But speaking of Eve, I'm afraid she's about as stereotypical as they come. She's sharp as a tack; she's tough as nails; she's so dedicated to her job that she pays no attention to her personal appearance -- yet she's so gorgeous and sexy that every man she meets wants her. She's her own person -- except when she meets Roarke, then she seems more than willing to subjugate herself to him (but that's okay, because she's doing so voluntarily, you see -- she's still her own person and still in control of the situation. Because she's tough and capable... hmm, I'm starting to repeat myself). Even her name is hokey: "Eve" = pure woman, sexy; "Dallas" = tough, streetwise, perfect cop name.
Then there's the writing style; I found it distracting that it's written in third person with insight into Eve's mind -- yet it slips from time to time into Roarke's mind.
All this makes it sound as if I hate the book and the series. I don't, I think they're reasonably entertaining. You just can't take it very seriously.
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Summary: Naked in Death
Review: I'm not a Sci-Fi fan, but I am a Nora Roberts fan. Writing as JD Robb, she didn't let me down. In Eve Dallas she has again created a wonderful female lead with all the flaws and passions of modern women, I love that her characters aren't dumb. I also love her enigmatic leading men. JD (Nora) writes in a seductive and lyrical manner with strong storylines and characters of depth, this novel had me rushing to buy the rest of the series, so I could follow Eve and Roarke on their escapades. Well done JD Robb, this was a page turner.
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Summary: Well created world
Review: In the start of this series Robb depicts the New york of the future, where only rich people can drink real coffe, robots serve take care of household chores, cars fly and weapons are banned except for collectors...and a ruthless killer. Lieutenant Eve Dallas is in charge of finding the responsible for a series of murders of prositutes. It gets more complicated when she falls for Roarke, a millionaire and one of the main suspects in the investigation. If you enjoyed immersing yourself in fantasy universes like the one in Lord of the Rings and you like mysteries this is a must read series for you!
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Summary: Eve Dallas Should Be Cloned
Review: Eve is one incredibly tough and sexy police lieutenant in NY City and I want her to move to Virginia and have my baby. Eve won't back down from anyone and she has everything this male dreams about...smarts, strength, looks, and is an animal in the bedroom in two very sexy scenes without being pornagraphic. Nora Roberts is an incredible writer and really makes you feel for the characters and root for Eve. This was my first book in the series and I can't wait to join the sexy lady cop as she kicks butt in the other books.
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Summary: Best Book and Best Author
Review: Naked in death was the best book I ever read. It wasn't the first book i read in the series. I read Witness in Death first because at the time I didn't know it was a series. I went to this book (naked in Death. This book shows everything such as romance, mysteries, comedy, and cops/action. This book is about this LC get shot and LT. Eve Dallas has to try to find who committing these murder. While during her investigation she encounters one of the richest guys on and of planet Roarke. It funny watching them learn from one another. Eve Dallas is my favorite character in the series. I also like Dr. Mira.. I like eve she the one who made me decide that I wanted to be a cop.. this is the best series I have every read and nora robert aka J.D robb is one of the best author
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Summary: can't put it down!!
Review: WOW I started this book and finished in a day. I couldn't put it down!! Thihs is a must read series.
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Summary: Great book !!!
Review: "Naked in death" is the 1st book in J.D.Robb's "In death series". The action takes place in N. York (USA), in the year 2058. Obviously, many things are different (more technology, some weapons are outlawed, prostitution is legal), but others are not. One of the things that doesn't change is that even in the future there are murderers, and policemen to take them to jail. Our main character is Lt. Eve Dallas, a homicide detective in Manhattan very good at her job of "standing for the dead", and who dedicates herself totally to her job in order to avoid her past. She is also averse to having a meaningful relationship with anybody, because she doesn't want to be vulnerable again. However, one of her criminal investigations (the gruesome murder of a licenced companion, who happens to be related to a very powerful senator) leads her to a suspect that she cannot help but being attracted to. That is Roarke, a stunningly handsome billionaire with a shady past, who is the main suspect in her criminal case. The victim knew him, was murdered in one of his buildings, with a weapon he could have had access to (he has a collection of antique guns). She tries to maintain objectivity, but Roarke won't allow her to do that, as he is also incredibly attracted to this stubborn detective with one weakness: real coffe. What will happen? Will Eve be able to stop the murderer, who has promised to kill 5 more licenced companions? And is Roarke innocent? The answers to this and a lot more can be found in this book. I'm rather sure you will love it, because it has both mystery and romance, an intelligent plot and characters you end up delighting in. Anyway, GOOD READING!!!.
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