Rapture in Death
by J.D. Robb
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Book Reviews of Rapture in Death
Book Review: An Interesting Blend of Romance and Mystery
Summary: 4 Stars
J.D. Robb has found an interesting niche in this futuristic romantic series. Primarily a romance writer, her books are appealing but predictable. Stereotypical characters (rich guy meets average gal and falls hopelessly in love) are given lively originality. Still, the romance is fantasy in its purest form and is bound to capture the hearts of women everywhere who daydream about these same unlikely scenarios. Unfortunately, the series was recommended to me as a mystery series. While the crimes and police procedure of 2058 are a curiosity, Robb doesn't deliver any suspense. I mention this because when I reached this book, the 4th in the series, I knew instantly what the crime was going to be. And I mean instantly. I'll continue to read the series because I enjoy the characters, however implausible the situations. The books hit all the right buttons for those who love strong women with inner vulnerabilities; just don't expect to be challenged by the mystery elements.
Book Review: Mind bending murder
Summary: 5 Stars
This book is so clever! Ostensibly a murder mystery set in the year 2058 where the victims are somehow being enticed to commit suicide. However the author has written in a terrific and subtle subplot. The murders are being investigated by New York police lieutenant Eve Dallas. Only married 3 weeks Eve and her husband Roarke's relationship is tested at a fundamental level by the machinations of a mood controlling sound engineer. In the other books in the series Eve relies on Roarke's presence in order to fulfil a need as basic as good night's sleep so it is only fitting that in Rapture in Death it is Eve who gives Roarke the strength to come through their dilemma. Eve solves the murders in her usual way - by getting it wrong!! However that hasn't stopped me buying all seven books in the series and placing an order for 'Conspiracy in Death'. Nora - I think you're brilliant but I can't imagine how you cope with that sort of output!!!Book Review: J.D. Robb "in Death" Series - A Great Read
Summary: 5 Stars
I have read just about everything Nora Roberts has written and have just discovered her as J.D. Robb. She's wonderful! I love the romance, especially the way Rourke takes care of Eve - with or without her knowing (I want a Rourke too); the humour - the quiet little mutterings under their breath, and the quiet smiles; the mystery - how Eve puts herself into the crime scene and works through everything and of course her aide Peabody. I like the growing friendship and respect between two strong women who can defend themselves yet not be afraid to be women and have a healthy relationship with a man.Robb has it all in her books. I read her first one and went back to buy the entire series. I can hardly wait to get to the next book. I just hope that by the time I'm caught up there will be another one in print.
Whether she goes by Nora Roberts or J.D. Robb this lady knows how to get your interest and keep it.
Book Review: Sci-Fi tale featuring a FOUL MOUTHED female cop
Summary: 2 Stars
I have been reading mysteries, detective books (latest being "Trunk Music" by Connelly) and I finally put "Rapture in Death" down due to BOREDOM and the fact that every word out of Dallas' mouth was profanity and vulgaries. Apparently to be the lead character in one of Roberts' books you need to be extremely FOUL MOUTHED, otherwise you just can't possibly be taken seriously. (As a former officer in the US Navy, I can tell Ms. Roberts that a woman officer, cop or military, is addressed as Ma'am, or her rank, not Sir, as her equally boring sidekick addresses Dallas. So much for Roberts' knowledge of any female holding rank in the military or police.) I am appalled at the many 10s that this piece of garbage got. I will read Michael Connelly, and others like him, before I would ever consider picking up anything again written by Roberts, Robb, or any other name she selects.Book Review: Murder on the Honeymoon
Summary: 5 Stars
This series just keeps getting better and better, and RAPTURE IN DEATH is no exception.
Now that Eve Dallas and Roarke are finally married, they're enjoying a much needed vacation/honeymoon. But death seems to find Eve no matter where she is, and a different planet is no exception. When one of Roarke's techs ends up dead, from a supposed suicide, Eve starts to wonder if everyting is exactly what it seems.
And when they return to New York, and more prominent people end up dead by their own hand, Dallas has a hard time convincing those around her that their suicides were actually murder.
You won't go wrong with this series, and watching the interaction between newly wed Eve and Roarke is a wonderful thing. The fact that every mystery of every book is also well-developed and all-too-believable is an added bonus!