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Summary: Another Wonderful Read!
Review: "Vengeance in Death" continues J.D. Robb's "In Death" series, and this book might just be the best yet. The world in 2058 is a fascinating place, but the real intrigue in this story lies in the characters.
Robb has an amazing ability to paint vivid and realistic characters, and then explore those characters so that we, as readers, come to feel like we really know them. This is exactly what has happened for me with Lieutenant Eve Dallas and her husband Roarke. Each book delves a little deeper into these two, as individuals and as a unit, and I am completely addicted to reading about them. In fact, I would say that Eve, the independent and emotionally troubled cop, and Roarke, the dangerously handsome and charming billionaire, are my favourite couple of all time! Their relationship continues to grow and flourish as they adjust to their overpowering feelings for each other, and the passionate scenes they share all but send sparks from the pages!
In this particular instalment, Eve is working a new case involving a twisted killer who commits unspeakable acts of torture on his victims (two so far) and then, after hours of torment, murders them. In each case, the killer sends the police a taunting riddle, which Eve solves just too late to prevent the murder. As Eve delves into the investigation, it becomes apparent that the link between the two victims is her husband, Roarke, and a dark secret from his past involving Summerset's murdered daughter. Now Eve must walk the thin line between protecting her husband and finding justice for the dead, before another life is lost!
This book will draw you in right from the start and keep you captivated until the end. The plot is suspenseful, thrilling, and completely absorbing. I highly recommend each and every book in this series, and this one will leave you craving many more visits with Eve and Roarke. I guarantee it!
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Summary: The long arm of vengeance
Review: A long time ago, Roarke avenged the murder of Summerset's daughter, Marlena. Now it seems that someone related to one of Roarke's victims has come back, determined to strike back. The setting moves to Ireland for a while, with Eve and Roarke racing against the killer, whose ultimate prize is Roarke himself.
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Summary: Just enough sci-fi to spice it up.
Review: Anyone who enjoys reading crime tales, either fiction or non-fiction, will definitely love this book. Top notch writing weaves a suspenseful story about Police Lt. Eve Dallas and her mysterious husband Roarke. Another absolutely great book in the series of novels about the tough woman crime fighter and her world. Read them all. You'll be glad you did.
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Summary: Believable picture of the middle of the next century
Review: As with all the 'In death' series an enjoyable read. But there is one matter, which makes J D Robb's picture of the future rather confusing. It is a petty point but one which nags. What are the units used? Sometimes they are metres and centimetres, sometimes feet and inches. Only in temperature is there consistency, all in Fahrenheit, though surely by the middle of the next century, when there is some form of world government in place the move to metric measurements would have been complete. Then what is the currency? Sometimes dollars, sometimes that classic SF standby credits. Minor points but they jar when reading. Otherwise a great read, and a believable continuing love affair between Eve and Rorke
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Summary: Eve and Roarke at their best!
Review: Do you believe in the saying, "An eye for an eye?" Well, some one in Manhattan does, and they are killing for that belief in vengeance. Eve and Peabody investigate a series of brutal homicides and discover that they are all linked to Roarke's past. Eve is torn between duty and family, because Summerset (Roarke's butler, and oldest friend) is the primary suspect.
Feeny is away on vacation and Eve is forced to bring in a young and some what annoying e-detective named McNab. The chemistry between McNab and Peabody is quite amusing. They fight like cats and dogs, but underneath is a brewing sexual tension. The addition of McNab to Eve's team is refreshing. It is fun to have a new face that shakes everyone up.
As the team investigates these slayings, Roarke is brought face to face with a past that he has tried to bury. This book really expands on the characters of Roarke and Summerset. Those of you reading the series know that Eve and Summerset are like oil and water, and now they have to put their trust in each other so they can work together to find the real killer. The suspense is back and better than ever. This book really heats up, so open it up and hang on!
Jenny Bogue
Paper-and-Lace
Specializing in paranormal romance and fiction.
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Summary: The best by the best
Review: Homicide detective Eve Dallas knew when she married her powerful
billionaire husband Roarke, that there were events in his past she would
rather not know about, especially his criminal activities. These acts
conflict with Eve's code of ethics as an honest homicide detective. When a
series of vicious murders involving torture and mutilation, occur, Eve
realizes that all the victims assisted Roarke on his personal quest for
vengeance. Eve faces the biggest crisis of her career and her marriage as
she is confronted with choosing between love or honor.
VENGEANCE IN DEATH is the kind of novel that readers expect from the
very talented J.D. Robb. The pace is fast, the action is explosive, and
the relationship between the hero and heroine fresh, red hot, and poignant. This book is a keeper to treasure during times of stress.
Harriet Klausner
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Summary: The best by the best
Review: Homicide detective Eve Dallas knew when she married her powerfulbillionaire husband Roarke, that there were events in his past she wouldrather not know about, especially his criminal activities. These acts conflict with Eve's code of ethics as an honest homicide detective. When a series of vicious murders involving torture and mutilation, occur, Eve realizes that all the victims assisted Roarke on his personal quest for vengeance. Eve faces the biggest crisis of her career and her marriage as she is confronted with choosing between love or honor. VENGEANCE IN DEATH is the kind of novel that readers expect from the very talented J.D. Robb. The pace is fast, the action is explosive, and the relationship between the hero and heroine fresh, red hot, and poignant. This book is a keeper to treasure during times of stress. Harriet Klausner
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Summary: Best in the series! (so far)
Review: I have enjoyed every book in this series. Since I've been reading them in order, I have one left to go (Holiday in Death), but so far, this was the absolute best! I used to read Sci Fi, then I switched to Romance, then I found this: tight, action-filled, police investigation starring a tougher-than-nails heroine and a gorgeous, loving, rich hero. In a futuristic setting!! Could I ask for anything more? In each book, I look forward to the fabulous "gadgets" of the year 2058: the Autochef, the voice-controlled shower, etc. I adore Eve. I adore Roarke. I adore them together. But this book seemed to show them in even more depth. Without giving too much away, my favourite scenes were THE FIGHT, where (for once) Roarke stands up for himself and doesn't let (Darling) Eve bully him. The scene was heartwrenching, funny ("neurotic snits") and sexy. The explosion scene was gripping, the raspberries on the bed scene was howlingly funny and the car speed chase took my breath away. Read every book in the series! In order! Get to know Eve and Roarke slowly. You won't regret it. They never fail to satisfy. I'm on to the next one - Holiday in Death.(P.S. They are quite gory, so be prepared. Skip over the really yucky parts.)
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Summary: Terrific
Review: I have read and kept every Nora Roberts aka JD Robb. I am just finishing up her newest and am loving every minute. She can't write them fast enough for me. If you like romance, complicated characters, humor, fast pace action and don't mind some violence, buy and read. Her story lines are always amazing and having the same characters, Eve, Roake, Peabody, McNab, etc., just makes the reading more fun. Roberts does'nt just write about a new murder, but she works hard to have her characters grow with each book. You and they understand more about them. I hope she continues to write as Nora Roberts and JD Robb for a long time.
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Summary: Just this: read this series, it's a hell of a ride!
Review: I really enjoy this series a great deal. Eve and Roarke are two of the most intriguing people I have read about in a long time. I have read several reviews on this book. One problem I've heard mentioned is one that involves Eve's superiors believing her take on the reason for the killer going after Roarke. I don't think they believed for a moment that Roarke wasn't involved in the murders years before. But, they are willing to accept Eve's explanation because of the circumstances of the girl's death, and their faith in her. I think this installment gives us a view of what formed Roarke...his loyalty and his need to comfort. Not to mention why he keeps Summerset around. The love between these two charactors is nice to read. They are devoted to each other. Roarke is slowly teaching Eve to allow herself to love, trust and believe in another person. Her prickly, stubborn veneer is a shield to protect herself. But, she is finding it harder and harder to hide behind it with him. Because of that, she is also allowing others into her circle...Peobody, Feeney, Mavis, Mira, Nadine..even McNab. I highly recommend this series. I've read them all, and can't wait for the next one.
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