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Berkley (2004), Edition: Reprint, 371 pages
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Fiction. Mystery. Romance. Suspense. HTML:#1 New York Times bestselling author J. D. Robb continues her â??sexy and suspensefulâ?ť (Publishers Weekly) In Death series in this futuristic thriller in which technology and humanity collideâ??and a new computer virus has become the latest form of terrorismâ?¦ Reva Ewing was a former member of the Secret Service, and then a security specialist for Roarke Enterprisesâ??until she was found standing over the dead bodies of her husband, renowned artist Blair Bissel, and her best friend. But Lieutenant Eve Dallas believes there was more to the killing than jealous rageâ??all of Bisselâ??s computer files were deliberately corrupted. To Roarke, itâ??s the computer attack that poses the real threat. He and Reva have been under a code-red government contract to develop a program that would shield against techno-terrorists. But this deadly new breed of hackers isnâ??t afraid to kill to protect their secretâ??and itâ??s up to Lieutenant Eve Dallas to shut them down before the nightmare… (more)
User reviews
LibraryThing member rocalisa
Divided in Death by J. D. Rovb (8/10)
Futuristic Crime/Romance. This was a very solid entry in Robb's series, with Eve and Roarke facing the most difficult difference of values yet.
Futuristic Crime/Romance. This was a very solid entry in Robb's series, with Eve and Roarke facing the most difficult difference of values yet.
LibraryThing member nicole0127
I just finished reading this book, Robb provides yet another fascinating story. Eve Dallas and Roarke captivate your attention and emotions while solving another murder. Highly recommended for anyone who loves a good crime novel.
LibraryThing member pauliharman
Another gripping installment in the story of Eve dallas, Homicide detective in the year 2060, and her gazillionaire husband Roarke. An employee of Roarke's is framed for the murder of her husband and his lover, as part of an elabourate conspiracy surrounding a computer virus.
LibraryThing member wisdomlore
Reva Ewing is accused of murdering her unfaithful husband - and Dallas is asked to investigate by Roarke, because Reva is Caro's daugher and an employee of Roarke Enterprises herself.
LibraryThing member shelleyraec
Another strong book in this series - Nora Roberts deserves a lot of credit for keeping this series interesting and unique. The mystery of Divided in Death essentially centers on espionage and betrayal - its a bit convoluted and stretches the boundaries a little but in all its tight and twists
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nicely.Betrayal is also an issue for Eve when she discovers something new about that night in Dallas, how she and Roarke deal with the knowledge is spectacularly handled.I have to say I fell in love with Roarke in this book. Show Less
LibraryThing member Kaetrin
(*spoiler alert*) This is the book where Eve finds out Homeland Security knew about what was happening to her as a child and for most of the book thereafter, Roarke and Eve are at odds because Roarke wants to take them out and Eve wants him to leave them alone because she can't stomach him
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committing murder. I must say, as much as I enjoyed the story, when I read it the first time and when I listen to it now, I still felt there was a disconnect about Eve's attitude. Roarke had already committed murder on a number of occasions (and he was fairly elaborate too) (re Somerset's daughter Marlena's death) so while I could understand on one level that Eve didn't want Roarke to commit murder FOR HER because she couldn't live with it if he was a murderer, she being a cop and all, it highlighted to me that she was living with him and he HAD committed murder, her being a cop and all. I still can't quite reconcile it, like a piece of information that's just off to the left or something, so I just shrug and go with it. Otherwise, the usual enjoyable listen. Show Less
LibraryThing member Barb_H
Audiobook. Another great installment in the Eve and Rourke series!
LibraryThing member Bettyb30
The relationships are coming into new life in this book even when murder hits closer to the work place for one of them.
LibraryThing member KANwrites
Another good Eve/Roarke saga. Always entertaining
LibraryThing member msralways
Incredible! Amazing! I think this is my new favorite In Death book! The amin case had the usual interesting twists to it,but what really made this book it for me was the tension between Eve and Roarke. It got to a point where I've never seen it before in the other books and I really liked to see
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that whatever their obstacle, they can get through it. Peabody and McNab were a riot as always and the scenes with Feeney and Mira were just as good. Can't get enough of Eve and her gang! Show Less
LibraryThing member samantha.1020
Divided In Death is according to fantastic fiction, the 21st book in the In Death series and luckily for me this series is still going strong. In this book, Eve is investigating a murder that looks like a setup and the prime suspect is one of Roarke's own employees and a personal friend. What makes
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this book different than previous books in the series, is that Eve and Roarke are straddling different sides of the line. Roarke takes the murder as a personal attack against him while Eve has to view it from a more technical viewpoint and from a cop's eyes. I liked this one a lot because we (the reader) got to see a different side of their relationship. It made their relationship seem like it was stronger and I just can't help but love these books because of it. The mystery kept me guessing and involved and I flew through this book just as fast as the others. Definitely recommended. Show Less
LibraryThing member Carol420
Just as good as all the J.D. Robb books tend to be. In this addition Eve Dallas discovers that the dead don't always stay dead.
LibraryThing member Sheila1957
Homeland Security seemingly sets up Roarke's employee to take the fall for her husband's murder. Roarke asks Eve to step in to ensure the real murderer is caught.
I like that Eve has a growing family. I am amazed as I read how much Roarke's emotions are shown. I also like how Roarke can read Eve and
I love this series.
I like that Eve has a growing family. I am amazed as I read how much Roarke's emotions are shown. I also like how Roarke can read Eve and
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understand her without her being able to verbally express herself. I have fun watching Eve try to deal with her insecurities of dealing with her "family" on an emotional level. I love this series.
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LibraryThing member wndy2011
Roarke's work comes into play here where a computer virus takes precedence in finding a block. But who will get to it first and benefit financially? Bring in the government special ops and a coverup that hits a little too close to home...Well, Eve has her work cut out for her again.
LibraryThing member Lauren2013
Divided in Death
4 Stars
Roarke asks for Eve's help when one of his employees is implicated in a murder. As she investigates, the lieutenant quickly realizes that there is more going on than a simple crime of passion, and the case may be an attempt to cover up an act of cyber-terrorism that will have
A good installment with some intriguing revelations and excellent character developments. Nevertheless, there is a little too much techno-babble for my tastes and it all went straight over my head.
Eve and Roarke's conflicting principles cause them to hit a substantial roadblock in their relationship. There are several emotionally fraught scenes between them, and they say harsh things that cut deep. However, all is resolved satisfactorily, and the couple come out even stronger for it in the end.
The mystery is one of the more complex in the series with the inclusion of espionage, government secrets and cyber-terrorism. That said, the twists and turns are compelling and the search for the killer leads to a number of intense and exciting moments.
The secondary cast of Feeney, Peabody, McNabb, and Dr. Mira are wonderful as always and I look forward to seeing what is next for them all.
4 Stars
Roarke asks for Eve's help when one of his employees is implicated in a murder. As she investigates, the lieutenant quickly realizes that there is more going on than a simple crime of passion, and the case may be an attempt to cover up an act of cyber-terrorism that will have
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devastating consequences. A good installment with some intriguing revelations and excellent character developments. Nevertheless, there is a little too much techno-babble for my tastes and it all went straight over my head.
Eve and Roarke's conflicting principles cause them to hit a substantial roadblock in their relationship. There are several emotionally fraught scenes between them, and they say harsh things that cut deep. However, all is resolved satisfactorily, and the couple come out even stronger for it in the end.
The mystery is one of the more complex in the series with the inclusion of espionage, government secrets and cyber-terrorism. That said, the twists and turns are compelling and the search for the killer leads to a number of intense and exciting moments.
The secondary cast of Feeney, Peabody, McNabb, and Dr. Mira are wonderful as always and I look forward to seeing what is next for them all.
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LibraryThing member mitabird
This was pretty good. I liked reading the issues between Eve and Roarke; it shows that they are far from perfect. It made me hope for a good, and realistic, resolution and I think it was accomplished. I also enjoyed the mystery, even though I guessed an aspect of it. 4.5 stars
LibraryThing member jfe16
Blair Bissel’s wife, Reva Ewing, discovers the bodies of the acclaimed artist and his mistress Felicity Kade. Felicity had been her best friend before Reva discovered the affair; now she stands accused of the murders, a situation that drives a wedge between Eve and Roarke. Reva, the wronged wife,
New York Police and Security Department homicide detective Lieutenant Eve Dallas believes there’s something more at play when she discovers that all of Bissel’s computer files were intentionally corrupted. While Eve focuses on the murder, Roarke is concerned with the computer attack since he and Reva had a Code Red government contract to develop a program to shield computers against techno-terrorists known as the Doomsday Group.
Can Eve stop the computer hackers’ virus before their murderous rampage can continue?
In this, the eighteenth book in the “In Death” series, all the familiar characters are in place. The strong sense of place anchors the telling of the tale, but the conflict between Eve and Roarke lies at the heart of this story. There are the requisite humorous moments between Eve and Peabody, the cast of familiar characters making an as-expected appearance in the telling of the tale. Readers will find much to appreciate in this unputdownable narrative that’s filled with the tension and suspense generated by Eve and Roarke.
Highly recommended.
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was a Security Specialist for Roarke Enterprises but it appears that jealous rage drove her to Felicity’s house. It was there that she stood over the bodies . . . with a knife in her hand.New York Police and Security Department homicide detective Lieutenant Eve Dallas believes there’s something more at play when she discovers that all of Bissel’s computer files were intentionally corrupted. While Eve focuses on the murder, Roarke is concerned with the computer attack since he and Reva had a Code Red government contract to develop a program to shield computers against techno-terrorists known as the Doomsday Group.
Can Eve stop the computer hackers’ virus before their murderous rampage can continue?
In this, the eighteenth book in the “In Death” series, all the familiar characters are in place. The strong sense of place anchors the telling of the tale, but the conflict between Eve and Roarke lies at the heart of this story. There are the requisite humorous moments between Eve and Peabody, the cast of familiar characters making an as-expected appearance in the telling of the tale. Readers will find much to appreciate in this unputdownable narrative that’s filled with the tension and suspense generated by Eve and Roarke.
Highly recommended.
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LibraryThing member Olivermagnus
Divided in Death is the eighteenth book of the popular In Death Series, featuring Lt. Eve Dallas. Former Secret Service agent, Reva Ewing, left the service to become a security specialist for Roarke Enterprises, owned by Eve's billionaire husband. When Reva is found standing over the dead bodies of
When Roarke is personally involved in one of Dallas' cases, it's always cause for trouble. When he illegally hacks into Homeland Security, he also discovers that Homeland knew about Eve's situation in Dallas when she was a child. He wants to find those responsible and kill them, even though it is something she doesn't want. This causes such a terrible rift between them, so much so that they barely speak to each other.
I'm slowly making my way through the entire series and I'm so glad I still have lots more ahead of me. Eve can be annoying but I really love the relationship she and Roarke have. The love and romance between these two extremely independent characters is sexy without being explicit. The secondary characters, especially Dallas' partner, Detective Peabody, are also exceptional. It's a great series to read when you want to relax and enjoy a good police procedural. Divided in Death was one of my favorite books in the series and I'm anxiously looking forward to the next one.
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her husband and his mistress, she definitely looks guilty. Because Reva was integral to one of his highly classified Code Red Projects for Homeland Security, there's now a danger to Roarke's business. Roarke is convinced of Reva's innocence and persuades Dallas to help him prove it. When Roarke is personally involved in one of Dallas' cases, it's always cause for trouble. When he illegally hacks into Homeland Security, he also discovers that Homeland knew about Eve's situation in Dallas when she was a child. He wants to find those responsible and kill them, even though it is something she doesn't want. This causes such a terrible rift between them, so much so that they barely speak to each other.
I'm slowly making my way through the entire series and I'm so glad I still have lots more ahead of me. Eve can be annoying but I really love the relationship she and Roarke have. The love and romance between these two extremely independent characters is sexy without being explicit. The secondary characters, especially Dallas' partner, Detective Peabody, are also exceptional. It's a great series to read when you want to relax and enjoy a good police procedural. Divided in Death was one of my favorite books in the series and I'm anxiously looking forward to the next one.
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LibraryThing member kevinrtipple
It is a quiet and intimate night at home for Roarke and his wife, Eve Dallas. That is until Roarke’s administrative aide, Caro, calls in Divided In Death: Eve Dallas Mysteries by J.D. Robb. It is an emergency and it concerns Reva, her daughter.
Her daughter, Reva Ewing, is at a crime scene where
Reva Ewing is not only Caro’s daughter; she is an employee of one of Roarke’s many companies. A former secret service agent and a hero who nearly lost her life in an attack on a president of the United States, she is currently part of a team working on a top-secret security project for Roarke Enterprises. Said project has serious national security implications as there is a rising terror threat.
Caro and Reva are both very important to Roarke and it is clear from the start that he is going to be heavily involved. Either Reva did it and will need to be pulled off the project and sent to prison. If she did not do it, that top secret project might be why she was framed for the murder. That means Roarke is going to be involved.
Those two possibilities are not the only ones so Lieutenant Dallas and Detective Peabody of the NYPSD will each need to keep an open mind. That won’t be easy, especially for Dallas, when her past and her response to it once again creates a wedge between her and the man she loves with all her being.
While all the usual caveats with this series apply here, so does the fact that these are fun reads. While the flaws tend to grate on this writer, the reader soon does not notice them as one is ripped along in a complex and entertaining tale. Divided in Death, works well overall, and is another fun and enjoyable read.
My reading copy came by way of the Libby/OverDrive app and the Dallas Public Library System.
Kevin R. Tipple © 2022
Her daughter, Reva Ewing, is at a crime scene where
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the bodies of her best friend and Reva’s own husband in a bed are present. They have been brutally murdered. While Reva was enraged, and for good cause, as she had just found out about their affair, she is sure she did not kill them. She also can’t fully account for her time as she may have been drugged.Reva Ewing is not only Caro’s daughter; she is an employee of one of Roarke’s many companies. A former secret service agent and a hero who nearly lost her life in an attack on a president of the United States, she is currently part of a team working on a top-secret security project for Roarke Enterprises. Said project has serious national security implications as there is a rising terror threat.
Caro and Reva are both very important to Roarke and it is clear from the start that he is going to be heavily involved. Either Reva did it and will need to be pulled off the project and sent to prison. If she did not do it, that top secret project might be why she was framed for the murder. That means Roarke is going to be involved.
Those two possibilities are not the only ones so Lieutenant Dallas and Detective Peabody of the NYPSD will each need to keep an open mind. That won’t be easy, especially for Dallas, when her past and her response to it once again creates a wedge between her and the man she loves with all her being.
While all the usual caveats with this series apply here, so does the fact that these are fun reads. While the flaws tend to grate on this writer, the reader soon does not notice them as one is ripped along in a complex and entertaining tale. Divided in Death, works well overall, and is another fun and enjoyable read.
My reading copy came by way of the Libby/OverDrive app and the Dallas Public Library System.
Kevin R. Tipple © 2022
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LibraryThing member kmartin802
The 18th in Death novel starts out with Roarke's admin Caro's daughter Reva walking in on her cheating husband and best friend and finding both of them messily dead. Then she's knocked out. When she comes to, she calls her mother who calls Roarke. It doesn't take much for Eve to see the scene as a
Because Reva works for Roarke in computer security and has been working on a program to protect computers from being hurt by a virus that can kill networks, Homeland Security gets involved. It seems both the husband and best friend were HSO agents sent to become part of Reva's life in order to find out what Roarke's company knows.
While using Roarke's unregistered, they discover that HSO has extensive files that go back to the time in Dallas when Eve was an abused child. They knew what her father was doing to her and did nothing. What to do about the knowledge almost causes a break in Roarke and Eve's relationship. Their basic difference in regard to the law is almost too much for them to overcome. But love wins.
We learn so much about Eve's past in this one. We also get to see Roarke learn how to grill after attending a picnic at the Mira's.
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frame up but figuring out the who and the why will take a while.Because Reva works for Roarke in computer security and has been working on a program to protect computers from being hurt by a virus that can kill networks, Homeland Security gets involved. It seems both the husband and best friend were HSO agents sent to become part of Reva's life in order to find out what Roarke's company knows.
While using Roarke's unregistered, they discover that HSO has extensive files that go back to the time in Dallas when Eve was an abused child. They knew what her father was doing to her and did nothing. What to do about the knowledge almost causes a break in Roarke and Eve's relationship. Their basic difference in regard to the law is almost too much for them to overcome. But love wins.
We learn so much about Eve's past in this one. We also get to see Roarke learn how to grill after attending a picnic at the Mira's.
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LibraryThing member kmartin802
The 18th in Death novel starts out with Roarke's admin Caro's daughter Reva walking in on her cheating husband and best friend and finding both of them messily dead. Then she's knocked out. When she comes to, she calls her mother who calls Roarke. It doesn't take much for Eve to see the scene as a
Because Reva works for Roarke in computer security and has been working on a program to protect computers from being hurt by a virus that can kill networks, Homeland Security gets involved. It seems both the husband and best friend were HSO agents sent to become part of Reva's life in order to find out what Roarke's company knows.
While using Roarke's unregistered, they discover that HSO has extensive files that go back to the time in Dallas when Eve was an abused child. They knew what her father was doing to her and did nothing. What to do about the knowledge almost causes a break in Roarke and Eve's relationship. Their basic difference in regard to the law is almost too much for them to overcome. But love wins.
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frame up but figuring out the who and the why will take a while.Because Reva works for Roarke in computer security and has been working on a program to protect computers from being hurt by a virus that can kill networks, Homeland Security gets involved. It seems both the husband and best friend were HSO agents sent to become part of Reva's life in order to find out what Roarke's company knows.
While using Roarke's unregistered, they discover that HSO has extensive files that go back to the time in Dallas when Eve was an abused child. They knew what her father was doing to her and did nothing. What to do about the knowledge almost causes a break in Roarke and Eve's relationship. Their basic difference in regard to the law is almost too much for them to overcome. But love wins.
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LibraryThing member jmchshannon
DIVIDED IN DEATH is J. D. Robb's eighteenth book in the In Death series. There is the ubiquitous murder mystery Eve must solve, and Ms. Robb even adds a little spy thriller to the plot. But I will remember DIVIDED IN DEATH as the one where Roarke learns the art of compromise.
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At the same time, we see Roarke struggling to make peace with certain knowledge, Ms. Robb captures that sense of loss when a good relationship turns upside-down. At times, watching Eve muddle through that pain and loss is more troubling than her recovered memories. If you are an Eve and Roarke 'shipper, DIVIDED IN DEATH is a tough read.
The spy plot in DIVIDED IN DEATH, however, is so much fun. It adds another level of complexity to the murder. Not only that, but it allows Ms. Robb to speak her mind about the NSA and certain powers it can use in the name of protecting the country. Now that the NSA is over twenty years old, we can say that in some regards, what Eve rails about has come to pass. Hopefully, the rest will remain fictional.
DIVIDED IN DEATH is another strong novel in the series. We see some excellent growth in the characters. At the same time, we continue to see Eve and Roarke demonstrate and overcome marital difficulties. With the addition of a spy plot and corporate espionage, DIVIDED IN DEATH becomes more than your average murder mystery, and I loved every second of it.
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sees Eve or Roarke losing a little more of their rough edge, which is a fabulous thing to happen and one of the main reasons why the series is so compelling. Sometimes, the changes are slight, and sometimes, like in DIVIDED IN DEATH, the characters take a huge step forward in healing from past trauma. Roarke is that character this time, and his struggle to let go of his anger and need for vengeance is powerful. After all, that anger and the doling out of revenge is who he is. At the same time, we see Roarke struggling to make peace with certain knowledge, Ms. Robb captures that sense of loss when a good relationship turns upside-down. At times, watching Eve muddle through that pain and loss is more troubling than her recovered memories. If you are an Eve and Roarke 'shipper, DIVIDED IN DEATH is a tough read.
The spy plot in DIVIDED IN DEATH, however, is so much fun. It adds another level of complexity to the murder. Not only that, but it allows Ms. Robb to speak her mind about the NSA and certain powers it can use in the name of protecting the country. Now that the NSA is over twenty years old, we can say that in some regards, what Eve rails about has come to pass. Hopefully, the rest will remain fictional.
DIVIDED IN DEATH is another strong novel in the series. We see some excellent growth in the characters. At the same time, we continue to see Eve and Roarke demonstrate and overcome marital difficulties. With the addition of a spy plot and corporate espionage, DIVIDED IN DEATH becomes more than your average murder mystery, and I loved every second of it.
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Original language
English
Original publication date
2004-08-31
Physical description
371 p.; 4.2 inches
ISBN
0425197956 / 9780425197950