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Rapture in Death
Escrito por J. D. Robb
Narrado por Susan Ericksen
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They died with smiles on their faces. Three apparent suicides: a brilliant engineer, an infamous lawyer, and a controversial politician. Three strangers with nothing in common - and no obvious reasons for killing themselves. Police lieutenant Eve Dallas found the deaths suspicious. And her instincts paid off when autopsies revealed small burns on the brains of the victims. Was it a genetic abnormality or a high-tech method of murder? Eve's investigation turned to the provocative world of virtual reality games - where the same techniques used to create joy and desire could also prompt the mind to become the weapon of its own destruction . . .
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Rapture in Death
Escrito por J. D. Robb
Narrado por Susan Ericksen
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They died with smiles on their faces. Three apparent suicides: a brilliant engineer, an infamous lawyer, and a controversial politician. Three strangers with nothing in common - and no obvious reasons for killing themselves. Police lieutenant Eve Dallas found the deaths suspicious. And her instincts paid off when autopsies revealed small burns on the brains of the victims. Was it a genetic abnormality or a high-tech method of murder? Eve's investigation turned to the provocative world of virtual reality games - where the same techniques used to create joy and desire could also prompt the mind to become the weapon of its own destruction . . .
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I wish it weren't obvious whodunnit, and that it hadn't had a climax that didn't consist of the author saying "ooh, time to wrap this up! Cue coincidences and contrivances for the big showdown in three... two... one..."Still, after the first three, I had no reason to expect anything else.
I read the first book in this series years ago when I was part of a book club. I remember not being overly thrilled with that book. I have to say the same for this book. I knew how the "burns" were getting into the brain long before Dallas figured it out. I also had a pretty good idea who was involved with it long before the author revealed the culprit. What I liked: I do think Eve Dallas and Roarke truly love each other. I like that Dallas takes on Delia Peabody as an assistant. I like that Dallas is driven to be thorough at her job.What I didn't like: the preoccupation with sex. How easy it was to figure out whodunit. The seeming reliance by most on pharmaceuticals--if you're tired take a stimulant, if you're wrought up take a tranquilizer, etc.
Eve must determine the reasons why people are self terminating when they have everything going for them. And the only link is a blip on their brain scans. Can she find a link before its too late and someone else dies?
A young man hangs himself and this does seem to be totally out of character for this man. When Eve and Roarke return home there are a couple suicides which seem to match this pattern. Then even one in Washington. Eve must find the connection between these suicides and prove it is actually murder. This goes deep into the brain waves and a connection to another of Roarke companies. This was really a surprise at the end and an excellent book. I highly recommend this book and all in the series. If you are new to the series start at the very beginning and you will be very pleased!
This novel takes place right at the end of Eve and Roarke's honeymoon. I think this is the first book where we really see them in harmony with each other.
Once again Eve's case spills over into her personal life. People keep killing themselves, but Eve is convinced they were helped along. Her only evidence - besides her gut feeling - is each had a small blip on the brain. For me it isn't ever hard to figure out who the villains are, but it is a joy watching Eve work. I especially liked the moral and social implications this case delved into. Mind control/mood control is a very scary thing.
There's one scene in particular with Roarke that's very emotional to read about.
Overall a good entry.
Once again Eve's case spills over into her personal life. People keep killing themselves, but Eve is convinced they were helped along. Her only evidence - besides her gut feeling - is each had a small blip on the brain. For me it isn't ever hard to figure out who the villains are, but it is a joy watching Eve work. I especially liked the moral and social implications this case delved into. Mind control/mood control is a very scary thing.
There's one scene in particular with Roarke that's very emotional to read about.
Overall a good entry.
Rapture in Death by J.D. Robb#4 "In Death" seriessetting: New York City--August/September 2058Fourth novel in Robb's "In Death" series starts up while Lt. Eve Dallas and her new husband, Roarke, are on their honeymoon. It is interrupted while they are off-planet at a new casino resort Roarke is building when a death occurs and Eve is the only law enforcement available. When they return to NYC, the story focuses on multiple deaths which appear on the surface to be "self terminations" but Dallas is unable to let them go because she sees a disturbing similarity to the casino death which was also an unexpected suicide. None of the victims gave any sign that they had any reason to commit suicide, and several of the victims were high-profile individuals at the pinnacle of their business success and enjoyed personal happiness. As her investigation escalates, she starts seeing commonalities between the victims that have to do with unusual shadows on their brains.At the same time, she is encouraging her best friend, Mavis', career by helping her promote a new album she is making with a successful entertainer who sees potential in Mavis. Dallas also encounters a couple of life-threatening situations in the line of duty which is very difficult for her new husband, Roarke, and which adds to his constant worry about her dangerous profession. Eve, also, is opening up more and showing more vulnerability with her friends and with Roarke.This book had an interesting take in that it featured the idea of mind control through virtual reality. There was an interesting discussion of how just listening to music can alter moods and create desired results, i.e., playing upbeat music in the workplace can encourage people to get hyped up to perform better in their jobs. Obviously, in our lives now, we can already find correlations with how companies market their products through advertising and subliminal messages. Very interesting to see it on a much higher scale. I'm really enjoying the near-future aspect of this series and the imagination Robb had back in the mid-90s when these earlier books were written.
I love Eve Dallas, and Roarke and Mavis and Peabody. I love this series, and anytime I get to settle down and read a book from it, I get so happy. Buying the first few books for my Kindle when they were on sale (not knowing whether or not I WOULD like the series or not) turned out to be a great purchase. But that being said, I was a little bit disappointed in this book, and that is why I just changed my stars from 5 to 4, because it seems a little bit repetitive now. In book after book, and this is only book 4, it's basically the same formula. Murder happens, Eve investigates, Mavis (lately) is involved somehow, and of course Roarke is somehow involved. Been there, done that 3 other times now. It would be nice to mix up the formula just a little bit, because that one is starting to get a tad bit stale.Not that it was the exact same thing. The murders were new, of course, and technically it was a brand new story, so it was just fresh enough to keep me interested and for me to give it 4 stars. Initially 5 stars, in fact, in the after glow of an exciting finish, even. And just because the formula is the same, is not enough to deter me from reading at least the rest of the books that I bought for my Kindle. I spent my money on them, so I might as well read them and see how they go, and I'll see how it goes from there. This book was certainly good enough to keep me wanting more, and hopefully the rest will be the same. And as I've already said, I love the main characters. They definitely keep me wanting to come back for more, because they are so interesting and well written. Reading about them is like coming back to old friends. You just feel like you know them.
I predicted the whole book so cannot give it a wonderfully review. The story would be have better if she didn't try to point the finger ahead of time putting me even more ahead or if Eve got the clues sooner, like I did. I cringed when she put on the VR goggles the first time. I wondered why she didn't question her and Rourke's completely out of character sex. And I continued with this throughout the book.
I liked the continued relationship of Rourke and Eve but the over all the mystery story was predictable. I was ahead on every step and it made Eve's choices along the way a little maddening. I even saw that the Dr. would program the VR unit to kill Rourke. I saw it coming a long time ahead. I saw that the music producer was only in it for the sex enhancements and not the suicides. I saw the Dr as the baddie from the first time we meet her. Part of that is from how Robb introduces her but also when you hear that she has her fingers in Virtual. The only thing I didn't know was whether the partner was in on it or was the main ring leader. Would've made for a more interesting story. The end, just like the last one, had Eve cournered by the bad guy before she even suspected her. I just cannot think that is good police work. I like her instincts and how they point her in the right direction but there has got to be more detective work where they figure out the answer, not stumble upon it. The only thing making this good was the relationship with Roarke, her growth, and Peabody's character development.
2 1/2 stars bumping to 3 for the characters.
I know there's not always a discernible answer for everything, but this answer just didn't sit too well with me. I don't know, the perpetrator's personality just ended up confusing me; I guess I just don't understand sociopathic tendencies. Still, another awesome read. I'm already picking up the next one; I can't seem to get enough of Eve and Roarke!
I enjoyed this book. She (Robb) pretty much left major bread crumbs along the way, yet they were so obvious the fun was trying a motive on some of the others. Nice to see that Summerset is growing in attachment to Eve.
I really enjoy this series and especially the dynamics between Roarke and Eve. Eve's character has grown tremendously since the first book. She's no longer as guarded with her emotions and is working hard to blend with Roarke's social and business contacts. While I like the more "open" and "softer" side of Eve, her character in this book felt "off" to me. Being a cop is who she is, a fixed part of her identity. She's also a smart cop, so seeing such obvious clues whiz past her as this story progressed didn't fit the mold. I kept thinking "She's sharper than that" and "isn't that an obvious clue? Why isn't she picking up on it?"
It wasn't bad though. It was a quick read and the character driven aspects helped carry the plot. Mavis is always entertaining. The working relationship developing between Eve and Peabody is turning out to be a great match, too. We get a small glimpse of Roarke's darker side, which peaked my curiosity about his past. I would LOVE a novella or something that gave us a closer look at his youth. Then again, I don't know if I want to lose the air of mystery that surrounds him. I'm thinking he'll be my next book boyfriend...just don't tell Harry Dresden.
Obviously, I'll keep going with the series. This just wasn't an example of Robb's best work.
It wasn't bad though. It was a quick read and the character driven aspects helped carry the plot. Mavis is always entertaining. The working relationship developing between Eve and Peabody is turning out to be a great match, too. We get a small glimpse of Roarke's darker side, which peaked my curiosity about his past. I would LOVE a novella or something that gave us a closer look at his youth. Then again, I don't know if I want to lose the air of mystery that surrounds him. I'm thinking he'll be my next book boyfriend...just don't tell Harry Dresden.
Obviously, I'll keep going with the series. This just wasn't an example of Robb's best work.
Eve and Roarke are settling down to married life. While on their honeymoon a tech working for Roarke's company commits suicide. A lawyer who is a thorn in Eve's side also self-terminates. Even the head of a media empire commits suicide as Eve tries to save her. It is up to Eve to convince the commander that these are related and are murder, not suicide. When Eve does discover what is happening, she needs to make sure that Roarke is safe.I liked that Eve is becoming more approachable to Roarke and others. There are some people she will do anything for. I loved when Eve thought of Roarke and what her life would be like if Roarke were gone. I love this couple and the people that are their "family."
This book was very confusing. The murders were very vaguely linked, the murder weapon(if you could call it that) was dubious, and one of the characters I was beginning to like was the murderer. There were superfluous events that happened that weren't necessary for the story. It was a very jumbled plot, but still well-written because it's J.D. Robb. Eve and Roarke are adorable, even if their story doesn't make any sense.
Not the best of the first four, but still an amazing story. The plot and the killer were a little in your face this time, and that's the reason why I didn't rate it five stars...it's not a four star either, it is more likely a 4,5 rating. J.D Robb has this extremely thoughtful way to deliver us the story and each time you'll find yourself deep in Eve Dallas' world.
Another wonderful book in this series, this one involving murder through mind control.
Eve Dallas keeps coming across suicides with big smiles on their faces. Everything and everyone is telling her they’re just self terminations but Lieutenant Dallas will not let it go!
There’s also lots of Maevis and happy-go-lucky Eve/Roarke time.
Love this series. Love this audio.
There’s also lots of Maevis and happy-go-lucky Eve/Roarke time.
Love this series. Love this audio.
Read book audio seemed different from book not as good
NYPSD homicide detective Lieutenant Eve Dallas finds the apparent suicides of an engineer, a lawyer, and a politician . . . who appear to have nothing in common . . . suspicious. But strange, small burns on the brains of each victim seem to indicate a commonality and lead Eve to investigate virtual-reality games. Will she find the answer before more victims forfeit their own lives?In this, the fourth book in the “In Death’ series, as Eve investigates, the clever plot slowly unfolds with unexpected revelations that keep the suspense building and the tightly-woven story moving forward. The expected dynamic between the characters continues, with each becoming a bit more complex as illuminating backstories add layers to each individual. The futuristic world, delightfully filled with new discoveries for readers, adds to the enjoyment of this unputdownable tale. Don’t miss this one.Highly recommended.
Someone's making people "self-terminate" and do so with a smile on their face. Or, at least Eve thinks someone's making them do it. She'll have to prove it, and may end up implicating Roarke (again). These are getting more predictable, or maybe I'm just catching the author's rhythm. I was hoping since Eve's past seems to be resolved (?) maybe we'd explore Roarke's? A few (more) drips and dribbles of info about him in this one. Roarke is also starting to come off as kind of an EinsteinSue with all his money having and ass kicking and secret torture skills and super tech skills and all. Like, how old is he supposed to be? How has he had time to learn all that stuff with his background? Must. Suspend. Disbelief! Okay, these are still fun, though, so I'll keep reading.
This was another exciting Eve Dallas thriller. Now that I have a Tolino, I can finally read the earlier books in this series.Eve and Roarke are on honeymoon, they should actually enjoy, if not suddenly a dead person appears. Even if it looks like an ordinary suicide, Dalls does not believe in it and soon realizes that there are four such deaths. Who is behind it? Soon she and Roarke are in danger.It is written grippingly. I could hardly stop reading.
Absolutely love J D Robb!! Roarke and Eve are the best book couple EVER!!!!
I love this series!!
Eve and Roarke are perfect for each other. Even though they're opposite in a way they make a great team.
Eve and Roarke are perfect for each other. Even though they're opposite in a way they make a great team.
This series continues with another very good book. Many reviewers have said that it was just an OK book because nothing major happened. I don’t agree with that. The plot is very good and I loved the mystery behind the deaths. Also, we can see how Eve and Roarke is now that they are married!In this book, Eve has to prove that four suicides are murders and she has to deal with someone who has the way to be inside the heads of others.Eve still is a favorite of mine! Definitely one of the most badass female characters ever, I love the way she acts now that she’s the wife of one of the richest men in the world. She simply doesn’t care for his money and she wants him because she loves him. And in this book, she’s showing more her feelings.Also, in this story we can see Roarke’s darkest side. Needless to say that I love him even more after this book! He’s always there for Eve, no questions asked. But he’s not good only with Eve. He’s nice and kind to her friends and wants everyone to be happy.I liked all the permanent secondary characters in this story but my personal favorite is definitely Peabody. I believe that we will see great things from her in the future. I liked Mavis also but sometimes I have this feeling that she doesn’t think before she acts and then problems are coming!So, another very good story with amazing characters and plot! What more do you want? I recommend it to all the fans of the genre!
The fourth book of the popular “In Death” series by J.D. Robb starts at the end of Eve and Roarke's honeymoon at the Roarke-owned Olympus One resort. When an engineer is discovered dead in his room by his roommate, Eve is asked to check into it as a favor. It appears to be self termination and Eve and Roarke head back to New York to start life as newlyweds. On her first day back to work Eve has to testify at a trial. The next day the defendant's lawyer is discovered dead and it's also ruled a self termination. When a controversial politician kills himself Eve thinks it's just too coincidental. Why are all these brilliant people with great futures and no history of depression killing themselves? Soon Eve is thrown into the world of virtual reality and mind control, where your own mind can become someone else's weapon. Eve is determined to find the murderer responsible for these deaths, but the closer she comes to the truth, the more danger she, and Roarke, are in.
This is a great series when you just want to be entertained by a blend of romance and Eve's kick butt personality. I'll continue to read the series because I enjoy the characters, especially Peabody, even when some of the situations they find themselves in seen a bit implausible. The books hit all the right buttons for those who love strong women with inner vulnerabilities in the not so distant future. Just sit back, enjoy the fun and don't expect to be challenged by difficult mystery elements. I'm a fan and am moving on to #5, Ceremony in Death.
This is a great series when you just want to be entertained by a blend of romance and Eve's kick butt personality. I'll continue to read the series because I enjoy the characters, especially Peabody, even when some of the situations they find themselves in seen a bit implausible. The books hit all the right buttons for those who love strong women with inner vulnerabilities in the not so distant future. Just sit back, enjoy the fun and don't expect to be challenged by difficult mystery elements. I'm a fan and am moving on to #5, Ceremony in Death.
Rapture in Death
4 Stars
A series of suspicious suicides connected to virtual reality goggles has Homicide Lieutenant Eve Dallas racing against time to stop a demented sociopath bent on destroying that which she holds most dear.
A quick and entertaining read despite the predictable mystery.
The theme of the dangers of subliminal messaging and the very real potential for abuse are compelling, and salient in light of the advances in today’s gaming technologies. Robb’s insights are interesting given the fact that this book was written in 1996.
Although the villain is obvious early on, mainly due to the creepy vibe and shudder inducing comments that they impart, the case is intense and suspenseful. The climax and resolution are particularly intense and had me on the edge of my seat.
Roarke and Eve’s romance goes from strength to strength as Eve finally realizes just how much he means to her. Some of their scenes together are scorching hot and a lot more graphic than I am used to from Nora Roberts.
In terms of character development, Eve allows her personal feelings toward a suspect to influence her investigative method and it almost costs her everything. Her preoccupation, however justified and however despicable the suspect’s actions, is nevertheless unprofessional and dangerous.
Roarke is as sexy and enigmatic as ever and there is one scene in which he is downright scary demonstrating that he has not distanced himself from his dark past on the streets of Dublin as much as was previously believed.
Summerset, Nadine and Mavis all put in appearances, but it is Peabody who absolutely steals the show. Her one-liners are precious.
In sum, this is a fun series and I’m glad that I finally got around to reading it.
4 Stars
A series of suspicious suicides connected to virtual reality goggles has Homicide Lieutenant Eve Dallas racing against time to stop a demented sociopath bent on destroying that which she holds most dear.
A quick and entertaining read despite the predictable mystery.
The theme of the dangers of subliminal messaging and the very real potential for abuse are compelling, and salient in light of the advances in today’s gaming technologies. Robb’s insights are interesting given the fact that this book was written in 1996.
Although the villain is obvious early on, mainly due to the creepy vibe and shudder inducing comments that they impart, the case is intense and suspenseful. The climax and resolution are particularly intense and had me on the edge of my seat.
Roarke and Eve’s romance goes from strength to strength as Eve finally realizes just how much he means to her. Some of their scenes together are scorching hot and a lot more graphic than I am used to from Nora Roberts.
In terms of character development, Eve allows her personal feelings toward a suspect to influence her investigative method and it almost costs her everything. Her preoccupation, however justified and however despicable the suspect’s actions, is nevertheless unprofessional and dangerous.
Roarke is as sexy and enigmatic as ever and there is one scene in which he is downright scary demonstrating that he has not distanced himself from his dark past on the streets of Dublin as much as was previously believed.
Summerset, Nadine and Mavis all put in appearances, but it is Peabody who absolutely steals the show. Her one-liners are precious.
In sum, this is a fun series and I’m glad that I finally got around to reading it.
The first half of the book was too slow for me. Luckily the second half was action packed and quite good so it still ended up being a four star read.
The killer in this book was fairly obvious from the moment he/she is introduced. I think Eve is a good cop, but I do think she tends to get tunnel vision once she has a suspect in mind.
What I enjoyed most in this book was watching Eve's relationships grow. I love seeing she and Rourke adjusting to married life. I also love her friendship with Peabody (who I happen to find delightful.) As for the other side characters, Feeney and Summerset always make me smile. However, I'm finding Mavis less likable in each book. Perhaps because of how strong the other female characters in the book are, she just appears so weak in comparison.
Overall, 4 stars and I will be moving on to book 5.
The killer in this book was fairly obvious from the moment he/she is introduced. I think Eve is a good cop, but I do think she tends to get tunnel vision once she has a suspect in mind.
What I enjoyed most in this book was watching Eve's relationships grow. I love seeing she and Rourke adjusting to married life. I also love her friendship with Peabody (who I happen to find delightful.) As for the other side characters, Feeney and Summerset always make me smile. However, I'm finding Mavis less likable in each book. Perhaps because of how strong the other female characters in the book are, she just appears so weak in comparison.
Overall, 4 stars and I will be moving on to book 5.
More of the same. Peabody's character continues to grow, great mystery with ending visible about 80 % of the way through. A tad more sex than necessary for my taste.
I have to agree with the other reviewers on this one. It was too easy to guess who the murderer was. I also thought this was a sub par effort on the part of J.D. Robb/Nora Roberts. I did like the expanded role Peabody is getting. She cracks me up. Great banter between Dallas and Peabody. I didn't like the scene at the party given for Mavis. The book did bring up some interesting concepts, but over all I was a little let down. I hope the next one is a little better.The general synopsis is: Eve and Roarke return from their honeymoon. It's back to to work for Eve, and right off she deals with suicides she thinks are murders, but has no way of proving it. Once again, Roarke helps Eve out in the investigation. Overall a C
This book was good but it was way too predictable. As soon as the character was introduced I new that he/she was the murderer.