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4.05 AVERAGE
4.05 AVERAGE
I have yet to listen or read to a JD Robb that I don't enjoy. In this one we gain even more insight into Eve as she becomes more comfortable with herself, her friends and Roarke.
I enjoyed Calculated in Death about as much as most of the In Death books. Eve and Roarke are awesome, as always, to watch. I liked seeing Eve take an interest in his world because of her case and I'm glad she's a stupefied by it as I am. I just can't imagine. This one made me chuckle quite a bit because a lot of the suspects are just dumb. I love the way it plays on the reality that the wealthy - especially those that inherit wealth - are often dumb assholes. The fun surrounding the vid premier was nice too. Love Eve's fear of Trina :) I think I'm going to grab at least one more before I stop this binge.
Another two day read or listen in this case. Love these books. Over time they can be a bit predictable but even at that I love the characters so much that it's okay. Can't wait for the next one in Sept.
Blue Ribbon Rating: 4 out of 5
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By all outward appearances, the death of Marta Dickenson seems to be the result of a mugging gone wrong. But to NYPSD Lieutenant Eve Dallas, things just don’t add up. The evidence Eve and her partner find lead them to believe that the accountant was murdered. After someone steals files from Marta’s office, it becomes clear that Eve will have to dig into the world of big business in order to find the killer. With the help of her husband, Roarke, Eve will delve into the world of finance to find someone calculating enough to order the death of an innocent woman. And Eve better hurry, because Marta’s death will only be the first of many, if the killer has his way.
I can always count on J.D. Robb to deliver an enjoyable story, and that’s just what she does in CALCULATED IN DEATH. The thirty-sixth novel in the IN DEATH series is a slow burn read; it takes a while for momentum to build, but once it does, you’ll be unable to put the book down.
CALCULATED IN DEATH is primarily a case-centric book, and it’s a delight to see Eve slightly out of her element as she navigates the world of corporate finance. It doesn’t hurt that she has the biggest name in business sitting across from her at the breakfast table every morning. As always, the way Eve and Roarke play off each other while she’s working a case provides entertainment and gives insight into how each of their minds work. Indeed, it’s the small moments rather than the case itself that give CALCULATED IN DEATH its spark. The byplay between Eve and her partner, Peabody, the glimpses into the dynamic of Eve and Roarke’s relationship, the way an element of the case can help Eve come to terms with an aspect of her past… All of these things come together to make CALCULATED IN DEATH a pleasure for a fan of the IN DEATH series to read.
Ms. Robb has a way of engaging the reader all throughout the book with the twists and turns that Eve’s cases take. This holds true for CALCULATED IN DEATH — even the twists you can predict are written in such a way that you’re not going to want to stop turning those pages by the time you reach the story’s climax. While not as emotionally-charged as some of the other IN DEATH books, CALCULATED IN DEATH is still an excellent story and I cannot wait for Ms. Robb’s next foray into Eve and Roarke’s world.
Note: My review was written for Romance Junkies and is cross-posted here courtesy of Romance Junkies.
Original Review Link
By all outward appearances, the death of Marta Dickenson seems to be the result of a mugging gone wrong. But to NYPSD Lieutenant Eve Dallas, things just don’t add up. The evidence Eve and her partner find lead them to believe that the accountant was murdered. After someone steals files from Marta’s office, it becomes clear that Eve will have to dig into the world of big business in order to find the killer. With the help of her husband, Roarke, Eve will delve into the world of finance to find someone calculating enough to order the death of an innocent woman. And Eve better hurry, because Marta’s death will only be the first of many, if the killer has his way.
I can always count on J.D. Robb to deliver an enjoyable story, and that’s just what she does in CALCULATED IN DEATH. The thirty-sixth novel in the IN DEATH series is a slow burn read; it takes a while for momentum to build, but once it does, you’ll be unable to put the book down.
CALCULATED IN DEATH is primarily a case-centric book, and it’s a delight to see Eve slightly out of her element as she navigates the world of corporate finance. It doesn’t hurt that she has the biggest name in business sitting across from her at the breakfast table every morning. As always, the way Eve and Roarke play off each other while she’s working a case provides entertainment and gives insight into how each of their minds work. Indeed, it’s the small moments rather than the case itself that give CALCULATED IN DEATH its spark. The byplay between Eve and her partner, Peabody, the glimpses into the dynamic of Eve and Roarke’s relationship, the way an element of the case can help Eve come to terms with an aspect of her past… All of these things come together to make CALCULATED IN DEATH a pleasure for a fan of the IN DEATH series to read.
Ms. Robb has a way of engaging the reader all throughout the book with the twists and turns that Eve’s cases take. This holds true for CALCULATED IN DEATH — even the twists you can predict are written in such a way that you’re not going to want to stop turning those pages by the time you reach the story’s climax. While not as emotionally-charged as some of the other IN DEATH books, CALCULATED IN DEATH is still an excellent story and I cannot wait for Ms. Robb’s next foray into Eve and Roarke’s world.
Note: My review was written for Romance Junkies and is cross-posted here courtesy of Romance Junkies.
i will give rating 2.8 of 5 stars! hmm.. it is really standard crime story.. i can't feel my excitement when reading this one..
in the end i can say the story is about an accountant, Marta who is being murdered by someone who doesn't want she found the fraud when she auditing financial's company condition. that's all
in the end i can say the story is about an accountant, Marta who is being murdered by someone who doesn't want she found the fraud when she auditing financial's company condition. that's all
2.5/5
This was good as a part of the series, but I don't think it stands on its own. I love corporate thrillers but this had a serious loser for the killer, a potato would've added more to the story.
This was good as a part of the series, but I don't think it stands on its own. I love corporate thrillers but this had a serious loser for the killer, a potato would've added more to the story.
adventurous
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Not too different from what I usually read, but a little off for me. I am used to fast-paced books, but this is too slow for this genre. Perhaps, it is a part of a series of books, or perhaps I am just into more action (literally).
So, it's definitely a good thing that I'm finally caught up with this series. When I read several in a row, they annoy me more. This was the same formula as the other books. There wasn't a whole lot new here. I'm not particularly financially minded (though I have a degree in accounting) and all the talk of how they were moving and hiding stuff totally twisted me up. I guess a career in money laundering isn't in my future. In the end, this was an okay story, but nothing special.
