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rebelkiss's review against another edition
3.0
This one felt a little forced to me. I feel as if the series is drawing a close soon. Maybe gearing up to end with Eve pregnant or something.
bthompson80's review against another edition
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Murder and Violence
celtic_oracle's review against another edition
3.0
I don’t know if it’s because I’m reading these in a steady stream or if it’s because Robb does overuse the device, but I’m kinda getting tired of Eve-as-bait resolutions…
katyanaish's review against another edition
4.0
There were a lot of douchebag bro-types in this book that really needed a beatdown, and I'm sad they didn't get it. The one that called Eve "Roarke's get-out-of-jail-free card" really needed a kick in the junk... or, probably more satisfying, for Roarke to destroy that douche-bro's company. Like, leave it a financial ruin.
But it was, as always, a fun one. And we get to end with the big film premiere of The Icove Agenda, which was also a nice little callback to those characters.
But it was, as always, a fun one. And we get to end with the big film premiere of The Icove Agenda, which was also a nice little callback to those characters.
lemondogz's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
mapally's review against another edition
4.0
Another great contribution to the In Death series. I have been reading these books for more years than I can remember and I'm rarely disappointed. I love reading these stories, as I feel like I'm catching up with some old friends. I always enjoy getting to share some time with my favorite literary couple, Eve and Roarke. Over the years my imagination has created a complete persona for each of the characters and I think I would love to be friends with this couple. It doesn't hurt that Roarke has been portrayed as being the dark, gorgeous bad boy to Eve's tomboy, tough as nails cop persona.
I've often wondered who may be able to portray them in a movie, but I can't come up with one on screen couple that I think would do them justice. In the end, if the chemistry wasn't electrifying, it would just be a disappointment.
SO I once again say, Eve and Roarke, thanks for stopping by and I can't wait to catch up with you both again next time!
I've often wondered who may be able to portray them in a movie, but I can't come up with one on screen couple that I think would do them justice. In the end, if the chemistry wasn't electrifying, it would just be a disappointment.
SO I once again say, Eve and Roarke, thanks for stopping by and I can't wait to catch up with you both again next time!
wynn88's review against another edition
challenging
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
3.25
readfrenzy's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars
Eve, Roarke, Peabody and the rest of the gang are back to solve another case; this one involving the murder of a likable accountant. The book gets off to a slow start, primarily due to the story being bogged down with too many similar suspects to keep straight, but things pick up considerably about one quarter of the way through. In fact, I’m pleased to say that although this is the thirty-sixth novel in the In Death series it manages to sustain a fresh feel. The book contains many of the elements I love most from the early books in the series: Eve and Roarke’s connection and their witty banter; Roarke’s fiercely protective and nurturing side; and big departmental ops, including Eve and Peabody used as decoys. I haven’t skipped a book yet and as long as J.D. Robb keeps cranking them out, I’ll keep reading.
Eve, Roarke, Peabody and the rest of the gang are back to solve another case; this one involving the murder of a likable accountant. The book gets off to a slow start, primarily due to the story being bogged down with too many similar suspects to keep straight, but things pick up considerably about one quarter of the way through. In fact, I’m pleased to say that although this is the thirty-sixth novel in the In Death series it manages to sustain a fresh feel. The book contains many of the elements I love most from the early books in the series: Eve and Roarke’s connection and their witty banter; Roarke’s fiercely protective and nurturing side; and big departmental ops, including Eve and Peabody used as decoys. I haven’t skipped a book yet and as long as J.D. Robb keeps cranking them out, I’ll keep reading.