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Delusion in Death by J.D. Robb
5.0

Delusion in Death
5 Stars

Lieutenant Eve Dallas and her team investigate one of their strangest cases when a room full of people suddenly turns violent. Friends and strangers alike attack each other in a frenzy using any weapon at hand. When the chaos lifts, 80 people are dead and several more are hospitalized. What caused it and will it happen again?

A gripping plot and excellent character development, especially for Summerset and Eve.

The case is rather straightforward but scary in its intensity and the idea that anyone, anywhere is vulnerable to an airborne toxin. The identity of the villain was a surprise as I had another suspect in mind. Kudos to Robb for the well-crafted red herrings.

The Urban Wars, its origins, reasons and details, has always been fascinating and readers are provided with additional information in this installment. Summerset proves to be an invaluable resource and Eve shows tremendous tact and sensitivity when dealing with the bony thorn in her side. Their interactions are always a highlight.

There is also progression in Eve's ongoing attempts to deal with the traumas of her childhood and it seems that she has attained some closure at least when it comes to the diabolical woman who bore her - she cannot be called a mother in any sense of the word.

Overall, a fantastic addition to the series, which goes from strength to strength. I have no idea how Nora Roberts manages to outdo herself over and over. She is most certainly the undisputed Queen of Romance.