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Das mittlerweile 59. Buch (!!!) in der In Death - Buchreihe mit Polizistin Eve Dallas im Mittelpunkt enthält einen soliden Mordfall, der mich vor allem in den beiden ersten Dritteln gut unterhalten konnte und mich auch berührt hat.

J.D. Robb ist es gelungen, ein sehr klares, lebendiges Bild vom Opfer zu zeichnen, wodurch meine Emotionen beim Lesen involviert waren. Ich habe mit der Verlobten des Mordopfers definitiv mitgelitten. Fälle, in denen nette Menschen aus Missgunst oder ähnlichen Gründen ermordet werden, nehmen mich beim Lesen der Buchreihe immer besonders mit.

Die Auflösung des Falls fand ich nicht ganz so mitreißend, wie das teils in anderen Teilen der Reihe der Fall war. Insgesamt hat mir der Band aber trotzdem gut gefallen und die Lust auf weitere Romane in der Buchreihe ist bei mir nach wie vor vorhanden.

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Für wen?

Wer die leicht futuristische Buchreihe um Ermittlerin Eve Dallas kennt und gerne liest, kann unbesorgt zugreifen und sich auf einen soliden, teils emotionalen Fall freuen.

Wer die romantic suspense - Reihe nicht kennt, sollte ganz am Anfang anfangen, sonst fehlt einem zu viel an Hintergrundwissen: Übersicht zur Buchreihe

The 59th Eve Dallas story is more of a police procedural than many of the earlier books in the series. It begins when Eve is called to the Down & Dirty because one of the brides at a pre-wedding girls' party has been found garroted in one of the privacy rooms. It so happens to be the same room in which Eve was attacked the night before her wedding to Roarke.

As Eve sorts through all the friends of both Erin and Shauna who have formed a tight tribe since the two women met and fell in love, Eve believes that the killer was either one of the circle of friends or connected to it. As she sorts through alibis, she finds most of the guests are alibied but soon narrows the suspects to one of Erin's former lovers or Shauna's high school boyfriend.

Both suspects seem to have the personality to have committed the crime, but neither stands out as a clear-cut favorite suspect. It takes lots of looking into the suspects pasts to find the favorite and then it is equally difficult to find a way to prove it.

I like seeing how Eve and Roarke's marriage is growing as they grow to know each other better. Roarke doesn't have a big role in solving this case since money isn't really the motive. But he is always there for Eve and Eve has a chance to be there for him too when he has a problem at work.

Fans of the series will enjoy spending time with Eve, Roarke, Peabody and the other long-time characters in this episode. However, this is a tighter story and most of the side characters remain firmly off to the side.

This book will have you on edge. Such a fast-paced thriller with many twists and turns. I like how with this series (which has 59 books!!) can still be started at anytime in the series. Thank you St. Martin’s Press for sending me a copy of this book.

I echo Eve Dallas’s sentiment, what a “stupid murder!” It was also a very sad case. We have the list of suspects, now Dallas & Peabody have to figure out who did it. And it’s always interesting and fun to follow Eve’s reasoning & her deduction techniques. I find that her mind work in strange ways sometimes. And if you’re a fan of all the minor characters like I am, then this book will have a treat for you with appearances from Eve’s bestie and her family.

This book releases September 3rd, 2024.

Thank you St. Martin’s Press via NetGalley for this ARC.

Passions in Death plunge us into the gritty streets of Manhattan on a sweltering August night. The story starts with Lt. Eve Dallas and her enigmatic husband, Roarke, speeding to the Down and Dirty club. What was meant to be a joyful pre-wedding girls' night out has taken a horrific turn, leaving one of the brides, Erin, murdered in cold blood. The scene is a shocker—Erin is garroted and lying in a pool of blood, surrounded by the remnants of what was supposed to be a celebration.

The murder scene is especially haunting for Eve. The private room where Erin was killed holds dark memories for her, a place where she once fought off an assault. This personal connection drives Eve's determination to bring justice to Erin, a young woman who had her entire future stolen from her in a heartbeat.

As always, J.D. Robb masterfully blends elements of suspense, crime, and raw human emotion. The investigation is complex, with scarce helpful witnesses despite the club's crowd. Eve's sharp instincts and relentless pursuit of justice guided her through the labyrinth of hidden passions and calculated violence that define the crime.

Roarke's unwavering support and the dynamic between him and Eve add depth to the narrative, showcasing their powerful partnership personally and professionally. Their interactions provide moments of reprieve and warmth amidst the tension and darkness of the investigation.

The themes of love, betrayal, and revenge are intricately woven into the plot, making this installment particularly gripping. Robb's skillful storytelling ensures that each twist and turn keeps you on the edge of your seat, eagerly turning pages to uncover the truth behind Erin's Tragic Death.

Passions in Death is a compelling addition to the In Death series, offering a perfect blend of intense drama, meticulous detective work, and the ever-evolving relationship between Eve and Roarke. It's a must-read for fans of the series and anyone who enjoys a well-crafted, emotionally charged mystery.

Thank you Netgalley for the advance audiobook and reader copy of Passions in Death by J. D. Robb in exchange for an honest review. This series can be very addictive as the characters are easy to relate to and the plots the plots follow a formula with new pieces for each book. I've enjoyed seeing Dallas, Roarke, Peabody, Mavis and Feeney evolve through almost sixty books.

A pre-wedding night turns to murder. This leads to Lt. Eve Dallas and Roarke racing to the scene at the Down and Dirty Club (a club owned by their friend). One of the brides is viciously murdered and no one seemed to see anything happening.

The level of violence leads Eve to believe that it was premeditated and nothing will stop her from solving this case.

Was thrilled to get this ARC! Passions in Death is another fast-moving, intelligent mystery by J. D. Robb. As in her ongoing In Death series set in the future, this book features Lt. Eve Dallas and her thoughtful, precise method of solving murders. An excellent read if you’ve followed the series but equally satisfying if you are new to these stories and want to read as a standalone.

Thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the opportunity to read this ARC.

Just didn't work for me

The premise was good - a woman was killed at her pre-wedding party, but this just didn't catch my attention. Maybe it was that this was set in the future far enough that there was technology mentioned that I was unfamiliar with (and came with no explanation, but not that hard to figure out). I had spent the day before I started reading this moving my spouse's childhood train set and I kept thinking that the book seemed like it was slightly off the tracks. I wound up skipping a big chunk in the middle but read the end. I wasn't impressed enough to go back and read the missed section.

I have liked other books by this prolific author. I don't know if it is just this book that didn't click with me or if the series has played itself out.

This is one of my all time favorite series - Eve Dallas, Roarke, Peabody, and the rest of the gang are a wonderful fictional family and in this installment, a hate crime has taken place and it is up to Eve and the gang to bring the guilty party to justice.

A beautiful pre-wedding celebration ends in tragedy when one of the brides is murdered in a brutal fashion. Eve heads the careful, thorough investigation as she always does. We know Roarke will help, we know there will be a "moment" with Summerset, we know that Peabody will always be wanting something sweet. And we know Eve will catch the killer. It is all about the journey with these books, about hanging out with familiar characters and seeing them grow and become an even closer family in their own way.

Incredibly grateful for having been able to preview this book!

This was book 59 in the Eve Dallas. I love all the characters’ interactions as I always do. However, I think it is time to wrap up the series. The books are essentially the same, and the relationships have become stagnant. I still enjoy them, but I am looking for progression or something different.

As usual, JD Robb hits it out of the park. We get a chance to get to know a bit about the victim, a soon-to-be bride out celebrating with her friends and fiancé at a girls’ night out at the Down and Dirty. The cheerful celebration takes a dark turn when someone kills one of the brides when she slips back into a private room to change outfits and present a surprise, one that she’s scrimped and saved for, to her wife-to-be. Called to the scene, Eve and the faithful Peabody begin an investigation into the devastating murder of a bride a week before her wedding. I have to say, I knew there was going to be a murder happening, I mean It’s an In Death book after all, but I *really* didn’t want it to be one of the brides. They were just so happy and in love and looking forward to beginning a life together. Having that emotional investment, that connection to the deceased and her fiancé, just made the read more intense and involving.

Along the way, we get a chance to catch up with some of our favorite characters. Since the murder took place at the Down & Dirty, we get a chance to catch up with Crack and Rochelle. Needless to say, Crack is not happy that this happened at his place, especially as it happened to someone he knew and liked. We also get a drop in at The Great House Project - move in is getting closer! Threads of friendship and loyalty are wound throughout, both through Eve and the friends she’s somehow found herself with, as well as with the victim and her circle of friends. The circle of friends it soon becomes obvious holds the murderer. The problem is that eventually, even after Eve <i>knows</i> who the suspect is, she doesn’t have any evidence to go on. So, in true Dallas and Peabody fashion, they go digging through pasts and connections and finally get the proof and the confession they need. All in all, another solid entry in the In Death series. Highly recommended!

Passions in Death features an innovative plot that is rich with nail-biting suspense and a cast of captivating characters. Among them is Eve, a relentless investigator who tirelessly seeks justice for the victims in each murder case she tackles. A captivating read that keep me on the edge of my seat until the very end.

Passions in Death J. D. Robb. As always the writing and characters were very good. Hard to believe that this is the 59th book in the series. Not a favorite in the series, but an okay read, entertaining read.
Thank you to the author, publisher, and Netgalley for the opportunity to preview the book.

The Down and Dirty club has just taken on a new meaning. Known for its fun atmosphere, what started as just a fun night turned into the scene of a horrific crime. A pre-wedding celebration that has now turned a bride into a single woman. Eve Dallas and her husband, as well as her fellow detectives are determined to solve this deadly disaster. So many witnesses, a tight friend group, who would want to kill the bride? Eve and her team are determined to find the killer- and won't stop until they're behind bars.

Another fantastic addition to the Eve Dallas collection, I'm hooked on this series!

When you read a book in this series, you always know exactly what you are going to get in a very good way. I can’t believe that I’m still reading this series after so long, but it still feels like it did when I first started reading it so many years ago. Anyway, in this installment, Eve is of course called to a murder but this time it’s in a friend’s place of business. We are lead around as she and Peabody find clues and narrow down to the killer and their reasoning. Speaking of the killer, I had a little inkling of who it was, and I was right. However, not only is this series good for an entertaining mystery, it’s also about catching up with old friends and what’s happening in their lives at that moment. As always, this is a great read, well-written, and full of heart. Recommend. I was provided a complimentary copy which I voluntarily reviewed.

3.5 rounded up

Good grief, I can't believe there are 59 books in this series! I can easily see that the writing has changed over the years, sometimes for the better and sometimes not so much.

This book starts off slow and is a bit tedious at times, but it sure does pick up toward the end. The slang was a little hard for me to follow at times. It sort of reminded me of the one Eve Dallas book where she used the abbreviated word 'anal' for the word "analyze." I couldn't help but snort every time I read that term. The abbreviations in this book did much the same for me.

I was also disappointed that we didn't get to see many of the usual secondary characters, and Roarke gets a bit of an abbreviated part in this book.

The story was good, but for the obvious red herring the author throws in. It did have me wondering for quite a while who-dun-it, so that was satisfying.

All in all, it was a good early autumn vacation mystery. (this book comes out September 3rd).

*ARC was supplied by the publisher St. Martin's Press, the author, and NetGalley.

This one starts out with a murder at a bachelorette party and Eve Dallas and her team get called in. Such a great police procedural, the author takes you through Eve’s thought process in solving the case, and her team’s actions. Lots of appearances and mentions of recurring characters, which I love. There is a big moment in one of the side stories, I was like OMG!!!!!! I am hoping she reveals this secret soon in an upcoming book. Can’t wait for the next one!

I have had this book in my cue for a while. It is the 59th book in the series. I was given the book from NetGalley for free in exchange for an honest review. I’ve tried to ignore it, but I could hear the book calling for me, but the book doesn’t come out until the third of September. Well, I broke down and read the book today! Once again I was swept into the futuristic world of NYC with Dallas, Peabody, Roarke, Dr Mira and all the other wonderful characters that make up the In Death Series by J.D. Robb.

Dallas is notified late one night (or early in the morning) about a murder at a club, the Down and Dirty club, where a murder has been committed. That particular Monday night a pre-wedding party was celebrating with their friends. One of the brides has been found dead, in the room where Eve was almost murdered a few years ago on the eve of her wedding to Roarke. While the scene is nothing like hers, there are flashbacks to remind us of all the prior happenings.

The story as always weaves through the various people at the party and in the sphere of the two brides. Dallas and Peabody are relentless in tracking down various people and looking at the interviews and facts, until they find a small clue. From that, they are merciless until they have what is needed and pull the guilty party into cop central. What a great ride!

I love JD Robb’s books. I love Eve and Roarke and the stories of their world. I love how Eve stands for the victims. I love how she interacts with the world and her nativity with social customs. I was in heaven reading the novel and know that this book will be loved by others. Passions in Death by JD Robb was an awesome read!!!

Another great book in this long series. But I never get tired of them. Through tjhe series I enjoy the character development of the tribe as Peabody calls them. The relationship between Dana’s and Roarke has also developed. Good plot as always. Good read.