Already waiting for the next one. Love Eve and Roarke so much. This plotline was great and I loved how cantankerous Eve was about her space being invaddd.

I want to be truthful going into this review that I have not read the previous 59 books of this series , I somehow missed that this book was part of a very large series.

It took me a little bit to figure out what was going on but even though I haven’t read any of the previous books this was an amazing read and I cannot wait to go back and read all of the previous books

Murder, mystery, betrayal and thrilling this book kept me on the edge of my seat leaving me wanting more.

I was not a fan of Susan Eriksens narration of the book at 1x speed it’s absolutely unbearable she is speaking so slow.

Thank you Netgalley and Macmillan Audio for the arc

"Bonded in Death" by J.D. Robb delivers a captivating storyline filled with drama and unexpected twists. The author has once again proven their talent, crafting a narrative that keeps listeners engaged from start to finish. The plot is well-developed, and the characters are compelling, making it easy to get lost in the story. If you're a fan of J.D. Robb's work, this audiobook will not disappoint. Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys a thrilling and well-written tale.

However, the audio narration was not up to par. Similar to previous experiences, the narration did not meet expectations and detracted from the overall enjoyment of the story. It might be worth considering a different narrator for future audiobooks to enhance the listening experience.

I'm looking forward to reading the book and hopefully enjoying it even more.

Let me start by saying that I’m not a series reader, I usually want to ingest all the books at once and get antsy when I can’t. I absolutely devoured this book and have loved all 59 before it! This story gives us a lot more background and context to the character Summerset and what went on during the Urbans. I feel like he’s a character we previously haven’t done super deep on so I was glad for the opportunity too. Per usually Eve and her crew were engaging,

Hard to believe the In Death series has been going strong for 60 full length books now!! I've read the Eve and Roarke adventures from the start and been a loyal, die-hard fan. If this is the final book I think it was a satisfactory send off. I especially liked that this instalment goes back to the Urban Wars of the 2020s and features Sommerset's backstory. Great as always on audio narrated by Susan Ericksen and filled with found family, action, suspense and some romance. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early digital and audio copy in exchange for my honest review!

A great classic murder mystery story that kept me guessing with each suspect. Very fun to read and I enjoyed staying engaged to it’s conclusion.

This book was a little repetitive from previous books by this author. Also there were many details that took up a lot of this book that weren't needed. I like this author and have read all the previous books in this series, this was not her best work.

Dallas, Peabody, Rourke, and Summerset could ask for more. This was a little different it is more about the characters and a deeper look at Summerset (a look behind the sneer, LOL). Add in team of other characters and backstories. The chase is and the back story has all the keyes needed. Once again, this is another great Dallas book and I have read them all, just different in structure and story a bit which is great and fun to learn more about one of the characters we have read about for years.

JD Robb has created a rich world full of interesting characters in this series. The good news is that you can enjoy this book even if you aren't up to date with the series (which I'm not)! I could definitely tell that I was missing some backstories and details, but the plot itself was independent of the series. It was an intriguing story, full of twists and turns that held my interest from beginning to end.

Thanks to NetGalley for early access.

Imagine being a part of The Twelve, a secret organization and making vows to be there for any of the Twelve when needed, no questions asked. When one member gets called, he answers and sadly he pays with his own life.
Eve's calling card is found and Eve faces one of her most challenging investigations. It was such a blast and this one was such an addicting listen. I was on the end of my seat while listening. Very addicting read. I was excited to finally know more about Eve's husband, Summerset. This was such a fun cat and mouse investigation but the villain has a lot of experience. Find out if Eve catches the villain in time.
The narrator, Susan Ericksen does a wonderful job portraying Eve, Summerset, and many of the other characters in the book. The tones and inflections were spot on especially when Eve would get upset. I was hooked from the very beginning. Another fantastic read to the In Death series!

J.D. Robb never disappoints. I live for books where Dallas helps Sommerset. Their relationship has evolved so much since the first book.

Dallas is investigating the death of one of Sommerset's old colleagues. In this latest installment they must team up to find the killer. We get the normal twists and turns as we navigate the intricacies of this case.

The audio book as usual is paced well and the characters come through the narrator. She does a great job with all of the accents in this book in particular.

Hearing how Dallas and Roarke take care of and ensure that Sommerset is safe and taken care of is always a nice change from the bickering. Of course, there was still some bickering and a sweet moment between Sommerset and Dallas at the end. I also enjoyed getting a peek into Sommerset's life that we have never seen before. I loved the title for this one. Sommerset's team had a bond and in the end it was the bond of these amazing women working the case that won in the end.

All in all, as usual this was a great book and a great addition to the series.

Thank you to NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for this recording. This is my very honest review.

Eve and Roark will never get old. Their relationship is fascinating and one of my favorite couples. I also like that we got to know more about Summerset finally. Another great installment in the In Death series.

I jumped into this series at book 60. I am glad I did! International intrigue in the future. When a member of the 12, a clandestine group created in the Urban Wars, is murdered in New York, Detective Eve Dallas sets out to bring the killer to justice. She rounds up the remaining living members of the 12 to assist in the investigation.  The love the code names for the group members Wasp, Magpie, Fawn. This is a very fast paced book. I love the  "getting the gang back together to help" aspect.

4.5 stars

The narrator was outstanding and the production quality was phenomenal.

The listening experience is enhanced by the narrator who has been consistent in JD Robb books.
The voices are recognizable and characters enhanced by their characteristics..
Eve investigates a murder because the victim has her card in his hand.
Roarke as always supports Eve in her quest for justice.
Their major domo Summerset is somehow involved with the murder victim.
The investigation becomes complicated with lots of action and true Eve persistence and dedication to justice.
Loved listening to this story.

So many books, so little time. I’m just referring to the 60 “….in Death” novels written by J.D. Robb (pseudonym for Nora Roberts) featuring New York City Detective Eve Dallas. Dallas and the usual cast of characters, including her husband and sidekick Roarke, Captain Ryan Feeney, partner Detective Delia Peabody, Detective Ian McNab and psychiatrist Dr. Charlotte Mira, are back in the 60th book in the series. The story takes place once again in mid-21st century New York and succeeds as always as a murder thriller mystery. This particular tale explores issues of loyalty, long time friendship and bravery.
An elderly man named Rossi is gassed to death in a limousine driven by a driver taking him from the airport after his arrival from Rome. His widow has no idea why her husband traveled to New York stating that the only explanation he gave was that he had been summoned and needed to go as he had taken an oath. A note addressed to Eve is found on Rossi’s body threatening the remaining members of the “Twelve.” Dallas discovers a link between Rossi and the Urban Wars of the 2020’s. Knowing that Summerset, butler to herself and Roarke and the man who rescued Roarke from the streets as a young boy, served as a medic in the war in Europe, she asks for his help in learning about the Twelve. Summerset does not want to discuss the past but ultimately must as he was part of the secret organization.
The plot was unique and without overwhelming the reader with futuristic details, sets the storyline in the future as it pertains to events leading up to the timeline. The likable characters are always true to themselves and they form a well-knit and caring team, including Roarke, who show as much loyalty to each other as the members of the Twelve do for their own. There is action, intrigue and suspense. The dialogue is witty, realistic and engaging.
After reading or listening to many of the books in the death series, I was taken aback by one aspect of this latest tale that involves the endangerment of a young boy. The boy is not germane to the history of the Twelve or to any of the Twelve themselves. He is just an innocent young boy, taken at random, used as a pawn by the killer and I felt, by the writing itself. I feel that it was unnecessary and know that I would not have had the same gut reaction if one of the Twelve, including Somerset, or even Eve or one of her fellow cops, had been put in danger. I stayed with the book but I was disappointed and felt betrayed. I do not read books in which I know from the description that children are involved. I choose murder mysteries for adults that involve only adults. There was no trigger warning for the storyline. I am hoping that going forward with the series I do not encounter a repeat strategem in any storyline. It is the only reason that I am giving Bonded in Death 4 stars.
I would like to thank Macmillan Audio and NetGalley for an advance audio copy of Bonded in Death. Susan Erickson is a superb narrator. This review is my honest opinion of the book.

I enjoyed the spy theme in this book. While Iike J.D. Robb's more straightforward murders better, this was a nice pallet cleanser. The action was very well done and I enjoyed the look into the history of this world. My only complaint is that it did feel that there was some filler dialog that didn't move the plot along as quickly as I liked. I have always been a fan of the narrator of this series. The voices of the narrator fit the series well. I give this book 3.5/5 stars

Thank you to NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for the opportunity to review Bonded in Death by J.D. Robb.

Another winner. Loved the growth of the characters and the added twists with this release. Getting to know more about Somerset was awesome and a really gave him a. lot of depth.

Excellent addition to my favorite series. It’s so easy to identify speakers by the way the narrator changes her voice to meet each character.. Story weaves in more information about the Urban Wars and the actions taken then by characters we have known and those we just met.

The latest Eve Dallas crime investigation does not disappoint. This time the likely targets are Somerset and his friends from the Urban Wars. A killer, bent on revenge is fighting his own war of retribution and will stop at nothing to kill the group. Dallas, Rourke and her police crew are in a race of time before more are killed. I love the Dallas and Rourke stories. This is another one with high marks.

Loved this book!!!! Bonded in Death, by JD Robb (aka Nora Roberts), is book #60(!!!) in the In Death series and I can only hope for 60 more!! All of Nora Robert’s books are an auto-buy for me and her In Death series is at the top of my list!

The murder mystery in this book starts with the death of Giovanni Rossi, a retired technology analyst from Italy. His body is found in a luxury limo with Eve Dallas’ business card in his hand. Thus the adventure begins - dating back to the Urban Wars, 4 decades earlier- where Giovanni was a member of a secret agent team known as the Twelve. As Eve discovers more about the Twelve and a traitor found among them, she uncovers connections to the group that hit close to home. The story gets even more interesting from there, involving spies and vintage weapons- culminating with Eve leading a police op to catch the killer. I loved this book, especially the spy/secret agent angle and as always, the group of cops and colleagues joining Eve to catch a killer. Highly recommend!

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to listen to an advanced copy.