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carlam2190's review against another edition
3.0
I hate to do this to one of my all-time favorite authors, but this one was really a snoozefest. The case was not that interesting and the book was ALL case except for the first chapter. Not enough Roarke and all the gang.
lynguy1's review against another edition
4.0
CONNECTIONS IN DEATH by J.D. Robb is the 48th novel in the In Death series. I have read all of them and continue to be thoroughly entertained by this series. The novels are police procedurals with this one set in 2061 so they have some technologies that don't exist today, but that is a minor aspect compared to the mystery contained in each novel.
The story takes place in New York City and the female protagonist is homicide lieutenant Eve Dallas. Eve and her wealthy husband, Roarke are building a school and youth shelter. When the brother of the child psychologist they have hired dies, Eve is called to investigate. The brother was an ex-gang member and drug addict that had been trying to turn his life around. Was his death an overdose or was it murder? With this scenario, the story accelerates. Robb has tackled several themes in this novel ranging from drug addiction to murder to gangs to family dynamics to protection rackets to illegal drug sales and much more.
It is always entertaining to spend time with Eve and Roarke as well as their friends and Eve's colleagues. This novel brought in some new characters and some of the usual character interactions were missing or significantly reduces. McNabb, Peabody, Feeney, Nadine, Mavis, Trueheart, Baxter and others played minor roles in this story. Additionally, the resolution seemed a little too easy to attain.
For those that are not familiar with this novel, there is some language and violence as well as a couple of steamy scenes in the book. There is also humor within the novel including Eve's interactions with Summerset. This is an engaging, intense and fast-paced novel and I look forward to the next book in the series.
The story takes place in New York City and the female protagonist is homicide lieutenant Eve Dallas. Eve and her wealthy husband, Roarke are building a school and youth shelter. When the brother of the child psychologist they have hired dies, Eve is called to investigate. The brother was an ex-gang member and drug addict that had been trying to turn his life around. Was his death an overdose or was it murder? With this scenario, the story accelerates. Robb has tackled several themes in this novel ranging from drug addiction to murder to gangs to family dynamics to protection rackets to illegal drug sales and much more.
It is always entertaining to spend time with Eve and Roarke as well as their friends and Eve's colleagues. This novel brought in some new characters and some of the usual character interactions were missing or significantly reduces. McNabb, Peabody, Feeney, Nadine, Mavis, Trueheart, Baxter and others played minor roles in this story. Additionally, the resolution seemed a little too easy to attain.
For those that are not familiar with this novel, there is some language and violence as well as a couple of steamy scenes in the book. There is also humor within the novel including Eve's interactions with Summerset. This is an engaging, intense and fast-paced novel and I look forward to the next book in the series.
starthelostgirl's review against another edition
5.0
This is a really great addition to the series. It felt refreshing, not formulaic or repetitive, and the case was very interesting.
celtic_oracle's review against another edition
4.0
Much better than the previous volume in the series.
katyanaish's review against another edition
5.0
This was another engaging case, at least for me - it was a different thing for Eve and Co., dealing with a couple street gangs and a potential gang war. I have to say, Eve and Roarke's trip through gangland and down to the underground was fun - Roarke was so not out of place down there, haha. Always fun to see.
bookswithcuppatea's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Another excellent installment in the Eve Dallas series. A bit sadder than most, a bit more conclusive ending than some in the series. An unusual instance of someone actually being rehabilitated from drugs and hang involvement. I kept expecting a twist, as often happens in these books, but I appreciated that there was no real complete redirect of the investigation this time. The people Eve suspected early on were guilty, and pretty much for the reasons expected quite early on. The plot mainly explored the layers of those motivations, those personalities,and provided justice and retribution in fitting and satisfying ways.
Roarke, as always, supporting Eve as only he can. A few very sweet moments in this one!
Roarke, as always, supporting Eve as only he can. A few very sweet moments in this one!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Murder, Violence, and Rape
Minor: Drug use, Misogyny, Suicide, Grief, Kidnapping, and Sexual content
katrenia's review against another edition
4.0
I always enjoy an Eve and Roarke story. The formula has become pretty predictable, but still entertaining.