Thursday, December 10, 2015

Devoted in Death…..Wonderment in Death


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DEVOTED IN DEATH by J.D. Robb

Devoted in Death by J.D. Robb - Thoughts in ProgressWhen it comes to sadistic killers and suspenseful plots, author J.D. Robb continues to entertain readers of her Eve Dallas ‘In Death’ series.

Narrator Susan Ericksen does a superb job bringing the various characters in Robb’s story to life. Ericksen gives a unique voice to each characters in such a way it seems there are several narrators at work. She conveys the emotions of the moment with great flare enhancing the story.

In DEVOTED IN DEATH Robb introduces readers to a twisted couple who express their love for each other through torture and murder. She explores the lengths some will go to prove their emotions in brutal ways.

At the same time, Robb flips the coin and shares the true meaning of deep love between couples, as well as the love of friends. She highlights the wonderful and truly terrible ways love can be expressed through various characters.

This time around a couple are making their way to New York by leaving a trail of bodies in their wake. The couple kidnaps, tortures and then kills the victims to fulfill their own twisted sexual desires.

When the latest victim is discovered in New York, Lt. Eve Dallas and her team begin searching for the killer. Before long Eve sees a pattern and when two more people go missing under similar circumstances, Eve pulls out all the stops to find them before they are killed.

The story moves at a fast pace as readers are drawn into the future of New York City. The setting has aspects of the future but is easy to believe. The characters are well-developed, realistic and most especially likable (except the killers, of course).

DEVOTED IN DEATH can be read/listened to on its own even though it is the 41st installment in the series. Returning fans will be delighted to catch up with their favorite characters. New readers/listeners won’t be left in the dark, but might find they want to know backstories on the main core of characters.

This riveting thriller will hold you captive from beginning to the dramatic ending.

Devoted in Death by J.D. Robb, In Death Book #41, Narrated by Susan Ericksen, Brilliance Audio, @2015, ISBN: 978-1480593107, Unabridged, 10 Discs, Run Time: 12 Hours, 21 Minutes

FTC Full Disclosure – A copy of this audio book was sent to me by the publisher in hopes I would review it. However, receiving the complimentary copy did not influence my review. The thoughts are completely my own and given honestly and freely.

WONDERMENT IN DEATH by J.D. Robb

Wonderment in Death by J.D. Robb - Thoughts in ProgressAlice in Wonderland takes on a twisted new meaning in author J.D. Robb’s novella, WONDERMENT IN DEATH.

Narrator Susan Ericksen performs her usual magic bringing the various characters to life. Her mannerisms and cadence enhances the emotional ups and downs for listeners.

What appears to be a typical murder/suicide turns out to be a twisted tale of deceit. Lt. Eve Dallas is assured the killer would never harm her brother so she begins to dig deeper.

As the investigation continues, the clues begin to resemble Alice in Wonderland. Time is running out for the Mad Hatter’s next victim as Eve and her team search for the killer’s hidden place.

Robb has taken her core cast of characters into a fairy tale-like setting in this novella. The plot moves smoothly and at a steady pace holding your attention until the very end. The twists and turns puts a new spin on Alice and the tea party of childhood tales.

WONDERMENT IN DEATH is an intriguing tale that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Wonderment in Death by J.D. Robb, In Death Novella, Narrated by Susan Ericksen, Brilliance Audio, @2015, ISBN: 978-1501223730, Unabridged, 3 Discs, Run Time: 3 Hours, 34 Minutes

FTC Full Disclosure – A copy of this audio book was sent to me by the publisher in hopes I would review it. However, receiving the complimentary copy did not influence my review. The thoughts are completely my own and given honestly and freely.

Thanks so much for stopping by today. Are you a fan of the In Death series? Do you enjoy audio books?

4 comments:

  1. I have read (and enjoyed)quite a few of this series. I will have to track Wonderment in Death down. It would certainly appeal to the Alice lover in me...

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  2. It's always impressive when an author remains popular even after a long series of books like this. Glad you enjoyed these, Mason.

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  3. I have read all but the last novella. I am looking forward to Brotherhood in Death.

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  4. It's been a while since I've read a Nora Roberts book...I don't know if I've ever read any of her J.D. Robbs. When I wrote romance, I read a few of her romances, but not a huge number. I admire her career, for sure. I think she's one of the few writers who are more prolific than me!

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