Rapture…Ceremony…Vengeance in Death

I’m continuing to explore the early cases of Lt. Eve Dallas in author J.D. Robb’s In Death series.

It’s been fun learning how some of the secondary characters came into Eve’s life and the cases she has dealt with. Today I’d like to feature the fourth (RAPTURE IN DEATH), the fifth (CEREMONY IN DEATH) and the sixth (VENGEANCE IN DEATH) installments in this fascinating series.

RAPTURE IN DEATH

Narrator Susan Ericksen does an excellent job bringing the characters to life. Her distinct dialect gives each character their own unique voice. Her vocals enhances the tantalizing tale.

Three apparent suicides have seemingly no connection to one another, but Lt. Eve Dallas has a feeling there’s more to these deaths. Each one had given no indication they were upset or depressed prior to their deaths.

Autopsies on the victims reveals small burns on each of their brains. Eve begins to dig into the world of virtual reality to see what could have led to these people dying with a smile on their faces.

Author J.D. Robb makes futuristic New York City come to life through her vivid details and descriptions.

Blending the virtual reality deaths with the musical world of Eve’s closes friend, Mavis, Robb shows Eve’s determined side to protect her friend. Robb also combines the tough cop side of Eve with the newly married side to show her as a bit vulnerable when dealing with her handsome husband, Roarke.

Rapture in Death by J.D. Robb, In Death Book #4, Narrated by Susan Ericksen, Brilliance Audio, @2010, ISBN: 978-1441856951, Unabridged, 8 Discs, Run Time: 9 Hours 

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.

CEREMONY IN DEATH

The various characters come alive through the magic of Susan Ericksen’s narration. Her mannerisms and tone add depth to this intriguing story.

This time around Lt. Eve Dallas finds herself in a tight spot when she is called upon to investigate the actions of a fellow police officer following his sudden death. Before she has a chance to begin her investigation, the officer’s daughter approaches her in fear for her own life. When the daughter is killed a short time later, Eve has her hands full trying to put the pieces together.

The more she digs, the stranger the situation becomes. Then another body is left at Eve’s home making it appear Eve’s life is in danger as she ventures into the world of witches.

The story flows quickly with a number of twists along the way. Author J.D. Robb develops conflict within Eve when she must do her duty while hurting her mentor in the process.

Robb skillfully blends the brutality of murder with hints of humor and romance for a well-balanced story. The characters are likable and continue to evolve with each installment.

Ceremony in Death by J.D. Robb, In Death Book #5, Narrated by Susan Ericksen, Brilliance Audio, @2012, ISBN: 978-1469233697, Unabridged, 9 Discs, Run Time: 10 Hours 

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.

VENGEANCE IN DEATH

Narrator Susan Ericksen does a superb job giving distinct voices to all the characters. Her varied tones and accents enhances the story and adds depth to each character.

A mad man kills and then sends a cryptic riddle to Lt. Eve Dallas to figure out. Eve solves the riddle, but is too late to save the man. When a second victim is found murdered in one of Roarke’s vacant luxury apartments. Eve discovers her husband has ties to the dead men and possible the killer.

In a race against the killer’s time table, Eve and Roarke scramble to keep old allies safe and a dark secret buried.

Author J.D. Robb explores a bit of Roarke and Somerset’s past in this installment. Listeners/readers are given a glimpse at who and what Roarke had been in Ireland. In addition, a new character is introduced – technician Ian McNab – that will eventually become a part of Eve’s inner circle.

The story blends past and present and takes Eve to where Roarke grew up. The action is fast paced and the suspense mounts.

Vengeance in Death by J.D. Robb, In Death Book #6, Narrated by Susan Ericksen, Brilliance Audio, @2012, ISBN: 978-1469233949, Unabridged, 9 Discs, Run Time: 10 Hours 

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.

Listeners/readers can enjoy these books in order or as stand-alone. Each is an intriguing adventure on their own.

Thanks so much for stopping by today. I hope I’ve enticed you to check out these early releases in Robb’s In Death series. BTW, we got about 6.5 inches of snow by the time it was over. That's not suppose to happen in the South people. :)

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