Betrayal in Death

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Summary: Something of a Disappointment
Review: I'm a huge fan of J.D. Robb's series - eagerly awaiting each new entry. However, this outing, the 12th in the series, was less. Lt. Dallas is still one of the best cops in procedural-land, and her relationship with Roarke is still one of the best in mystery-land. But this time, the story line didn't have the punch the previous 11 did. There is an assasin loose in New York City, and when he begins assasinating people tied to Roarke, Dallas takes it personally. She is about to close in on the killer, but is thwarted by federal interference and so must begin the search all over as the assasin dives for cover. Who is the assasin's real target? Roarke? Dallas? Or someone as close to them - Mavis? Sommerset? From the story line, this should be a humdinger. But the writing isn't as tight, as punchy. If memory serves, this is the longest of the series, and the padding doesn't add much to the mystery. There's no doubt that I will read the next book (due in September), but if it fails to reach the standards set by the first 11 books, my interest will wain. There are just too many good mysteries on the market today to waste time with a series gone bad.

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Summary: i was betrayed
Review: i bought this book the day it came out. i have read all the previous "in death" books in order and i was not disappointed. JD Robb is tremendously skillfull in keeping the rhythm of the characters going and does a great job in developing Eve as a wife. When I began reading, i told myself that for once, i was going to solve the mystery before Eve, but alas, she's too good in tricking you! I put too much faith in the "clue" she gave us with the quote at the intro page of the book (about honor and thieves)and because of this, i was totally engrossed in finding out who the true betrayer was. My favorite books so far are Glory (great surprise ending), Witness (who can forget Eve's surprise dinner for Roarke!), and definitely now Betrayal. Peabody and McNab also have a great storyline, but perhaps the one thing that stands out is what will surely become one of Peabody's most infamous lines (about Summerset)...see if you agree....happy reading

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Summary: JD ROBB ROCKS
Review: If JD Robb writes it, I buy and read it. I thoroughly enjoyed every one of the In Death series. The characters just keep getting more and more interesting as the series goes along. Can't wait for the next one this fall.

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Summary: Thanks, J.D.
Review: As a reader of an assortment of books, I keep waiting for the In Death Series to fold. I am so glad that is not happening. Each installment of Eve Dallas and Roark leaves me panting for more. This story as all the rest is very well written. I still can't decide if I like the murder mysteries or the relationship between the recurring characters the best. It's good to see a little role reversal between Eve and Roark. He is always the one standing for her; here she stands for him. Also I was devastated to see Peabody and McNab squabbling again. I hope the next book finds them on the road to some sort of reconciliation. The mystery was very absorbing, and as usual, I didn't figure it out too soon. But most of all, Eve and Roark just keep getting better and better. Thanks again, Nora. I love all of your books, but this series are by far your best. I can't wait until September for Seduction In Death.

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Summary: Betrayal in Death Delivers....
Review: The only bad thing about starting a J. D. Robb book is knowing it will end all too soon. There is some consolation in that the next in this fabulous series is due out in September. There is not a sexier, more dynamic couple than Roarke and Eve, and guess what? They're married! An important point about this series is that it is not just a romance. Ms. Roberts (aka. J. D. Robb) has written a series that men can appreciate as well as women. If you have not read any of this series, I envy you being able to start at the beginning and work your way through. What a treat.

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Summary: I Want Roarke...
Review: And I want him NOW! I don't know how she does it...time after time, Nora Roberts, aka JD Robb, manages to deliver spine tingling suspense, mystery, drama, and of course...sigh...the hot, sexy relationship between Eve and Roarke. In each book, their relationship grows and deepens, and this one is no exception, as Eve must give her husband help and support in a way that he can accept. This is a difficult undertaking for the hard-boiled but vulnerable cop, but she does it, as only she can. All our favorites are here: Peabody, MacNab, Feeney, et al. But as always, our focus is on Eve and Roarke, and their fascinating, erotic marriage. Will Eve find the serial killer in time to save her husband? What do you think...

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Summary: We are NOT Betrayed!!!!!
Review: Betrayal is a violation of trust. Betrayal is a violation of love. Betrayal is a violation of friendship. Betrayal is a violation. J.D. Robb aka Nora Roberts teaches us about the word and the various circumstances which define it. She is ice. She blows us away. On the journey we learn more about Roarke and Eve. We feel viscerally what they mean to each other and what that committment of love means. We learn what "standing for someone" means.

The double mystery to solve, makes this a very fast read. Now once again, I am waiting. Somehow she needs to write books that take more than 2 1/2 minutes to read.(:-) Get it. You won't regret. I am on to my 3rd read!!

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Summary: Number 13 is Very Lucky for J.D. Robb & Nora Roberts
Review: As I have said before, Nora Roberts aka JD Robb continues to produce one of the highest quality and entertaining series! This police drama/mystery/science fiction/romance story continues to evolve with its 13th installment.

Roarke shows his vunerable side in this tale and Eve Dallas develops as a nurturing wife -- the story is very touching at times, still has the gritty police background, endless humor, and the steamy romance.

Roarke finds himself and his employees as targets for a hired killer. Of course, Eve is the primary investigator and has to stand for the dead -- and for Roarke. There were several parts that actually brought me to tears, just because of the compassion and love Eve displays towards Roarke.

It's refreshing to see characters truly grow and develop like this. I am hooked for life as a JD Robb fan. I don't want to see an end to Eve & Roarke...I cannot wait until September 2001 for the next installment.

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Summary: ahead a few years
Review: I LOVE THE JD ROBB SERIES. I HATE HAVING TO WAIT 6 MONTHS FOR THE NEXT SERIES. ALTHOUGH EVERY SERIES ABOUT ROARKE AND EVE TAKES PLACE IN THE FIRST YEAR OF THEIR MARRIAGE , I THINK I WOULD LIKE TO SEE A SERIES TAKE PLACE A FEW YEARS LATER AFTER THEY HAVE BEEN MARRIED TWO OR THREE YEARS. I THINK IT WOULD BE INTERESTING TO SEE HOW THEIR MARRIAGE AND HER JOB ARE AFFECTING THEIR LIVES A FEW YEARS INTO THE MARRIAGE. I THINK IT WOULD ALSO BE WONDERFUL TO HAVE THEM START PLANNING A FAMILY AND SEE HOW THAT AFFECTS THEIR LIVES AND JOB. I WOULD LOVE TO SEE THE SERIES GO ON FOR YEARS I ONLY WISH THAT THE BOOKS WOULD COME OUT FASTER.

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Summary: It just gets better and better!
Review: I couldn't wait for this latest book to come out, and I was not disappointed! Roarke and Eve are HOT!!! Roarke's character just keeps getting better and better. There's this new side of him that's vulnerable and especially in this book, you can see how Roarke needs Eve just as much as she needs him. It's such a special relationship. What did disappoint me, but added something to the book was the relationship between Peabody and McNab. Hopefully, we can see things resolved between the two. I'm already looking for to the next book "Seduction in Death" to come out. I don't think I can wait another 6 months!!!!