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St. Martin's Press (2020), 368 pages
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Fiction. Mystery. Romance. Suspense. HTML: In the new novel in the #1 New York Times-bestselling series, Lt. Eve Dallas is about to walk into the shadows of her husband's dangerous past... While Eve examines a fresh body in Washington Square Park, her husband, Roarke, spots a man among the onlookers he's known since his younger days on the streets of Dublin. A man who claims to be his half brother. A man who kills for a living�??and who burns with hatred for him. Eve is quick to suspect that the victim's spouse�??resentful over his wife's affair and poised to inherit her fortune�??would have happily paid an assassin to do his dirty work. Roarke is just as quick to warn her that if Lorcan Cobbe is the hitman, she needs to be careful. Law enforcement agencies worldwide have pursued this cold-hearted killer for years, to no avail. And his lazy smirk when he looked Roarke's way indicates that he will target anyone who matters to Roarke...and is confident he'll get away with it. Eve is desperate to protect Roarke. Roarke is desperate to protect Eve. And together, they're determined to find Cobbe before he finds them�??even if it takes them across the Atlantic, far outside Eve's usual jurisdiction... A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin's Pr… (more)
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LibraryThing member AnnieMod
51 books into a series, you know what you are going to get: a crime (a woman is knifed to death this time around) in New York (in spring 2061 by now), Eve Dallas catching the crime, Roarke being there to help and the whole set of secondary characters making an appearance in way or another with
Despite the unusual twist, the book falls into the expected patterns - which is what I enjoy about this series. More doors to the past were open (both in New York and in Ireland), more good deeds were done, we even have a nightmare showing up again (not Eve this time though...).
If you had been reading the series, this one will probably suit you. If you are not - don't start with this one. It is not one of the strongest in the series but it is a good addition. The series is probably getting a bit too repetitive in places but... it feels like that old t-shirt that had moved with you probably 10 times and you still wear it because it feels like home.
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someone being in a bit of a danger sooner or later. But that becomes an unusual book pretty fast - a man from Roarke's past resurfaces, the woman's death is solved quickly - except for catching the actual knife-wielder - the same main from the past, now graduated to international killer for hire. And the chase is on - from New York all the way back to Ireland, where everything started -- almost turning the series on its head at the end (especially if someone gets a certain action out of its context).Despite the unusual twist, the book falls into the expected patterns - which is what I enjoy about this series. More doors to the past were open (both in New York and in Ireland), more good deeds were done, we even have a nightmare showing up again (not Eve this time though...).
If you had been reading the series, this one will probably suit you. If you are not - don't start with this one. It is not one of the strongest in the series but it is a good addition. The series is probably getting a bit too repetitive in places but... it feels like that old t-shirt that had moved with you probably 10 times and you still wear it because it feels like home.
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LibraryThing member kmartin802
This mystery centers on an old enemy of Roarke's from his childhood in Dublin. It begins with the murder of a woman in a park. While Eve is investigating, Roarke spots an old enemy in the background. He knows that Lorcan Cobbe has become a paid assassin.
It doesn't take Eve long to prove that the
The main thrust of the book is trying to track down Cobbe before he can get his revenge on Roarke by killing everyone he loves and then killing Roarke. Eve's detectives are quick to join in on the hunt because they consider Roarke to be one of their own. Also, Cobbe has a previous history of murder in New York which was never solved but which Commander Whitney and Captain Feeney worked. They both want to catch Cobbe and throw in their expertise too.
I enjoyed all the details of the investigation to find Cobbe. I liked the strong relationship between Roarke and Eve and its contrast with the life of Cobbe. Cobbe was jealous of Roarke when they were kids and always claimed that Roarke's father was his father too and that he was the older son who should be his heir. That jealousy is leading him to make mistakes in the case Eve is investigating that will allow her to finally capture him.
I both read the Kindle version and listened to the audio version of this book. It is the first I've listened to. I thought the narrator sounded a little too old to be Eve and didn't think Roarke sounded Irish enough. Otherwise it was an engaging experience to listen to.
It doesn't take Eve long to prove that the
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woman's husband is guilty of hiring Cobbe to murder his wife so that he can get revenge for her daring to have an affair and so that he could inherit her substantial wealth. Eve's willing to make a deal on the sentence if the husband will turn over information on Cobbe.The main thrust of the book is trying to track down Cobbe before he can get his revenge on Roarke by killing everyone he loves and then killing Roarke. Eve's detectives are quick to join in on the hunt because they consider Roarke to be one of their own. Also, Cobbe has a previous history of murder in New York which was never solved but which Commander Whitney and Captain Feeney worked. They both want to catch Cobbe and throw in their expertise too.
I enjoyed all the details of the investigation to find Cobbe. I liked the strong relationship between Roarke and Eve and its contrast with the life of Cobbe. Cobbe was jealous of Roarke when they were kids and always claimed that Roarke's father was his father too and that he was the older son who should be his heir. That jealousy is leading him to make mistakes in the case Eve is investigating that will allow her to finally capture him.
I both read the Kindle version and listened to the audio version of this book. It is the first I've listened to. I thought the narrator sounded a little too old to be Eve and didn't think Roarke sounded Irish enough. Otherwise it was an engaging experience to listen to.
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LibraryThing member readinggeek451
Roarke's past comes back to haunt him, as a childhood enemy turned assassin comes to New York and threatens everyone he holds dear. More suspense than mystery, as the killer is identified early on.
Fifty-one books in, this series is still going strong.
Fifty-one books in, this series is still going strong.
LibraryThing member BarbaraRogers
OMGoodness – how can the fifty-first book in a series be as exciting, action-packed, adrenaline-fueled, and riveting as the first book? This series just never gets old for me and I definitely hope the author doesn’t get tired of writing them. This author has to have one of the most creative and
When a shadow from Roarke’s past turns up at a murder scene in Washington Square Park, things get really personal – really fast. This crime isn’t just a shadow into Roarke’s past, it is also a shadow into Feeney and Whitney’s past as well. It doesn’t take Eve and Roarke long to decide who the murderer is, but it will take Eve’s entire team and some help from Interpol to catch him. With more than twenty years of experience and hundreds of professional kills under his belt, this killer now has his sights set on Eve and Roarke and maybe even Somerset.
While Roarke and Eve are attending the theater, Eve catches a murder case and they leave for the scene of the crime. The victim, a lovely, wealthy, young wife and mother has been brutally murdered. Nothing is missing – her money, credit cards, phone – everything – are all still in place -- someone wanted the young woman dead – very badly. As Eve is tending to the business of securing the crime scene, dispatching officers to interview witnesses, Roarke is standing by – scanning the crowd. Roarke sees a face from his past – one he could do with never seeing again. He made quite sure Roarke saw him and Roarke immediately knows that the man is the assassin who murdered this young woman.
Even knowing who the perpetrator is doesn’t make it easy to find and apprehend him. He is very wealthy now and has all the assets he needs to disappear – except he really doesn’t want to disappear. He wants to taunt Roarke, torture him, and make him suffer before he finally kills him as well. Eve and all the resources of the NYPSD will do whatever it takes to see that doesn’t happen. Roarke is one of their own now and they’ll take care of him.
I love that each new book humanizes Eve a little more and we learn more about Roarke’s past life. I love that Roarke’s and Eve’s love and passion for each other hasn’t diminished – it has grown.
You can’t go wrong if you choose to read this excellently-written, imaginative, well-plotted book – and the rest of the series as well. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve re-read the books in this series and I never get tired of reading and re-reading them.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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imaginative minds around because some of the technology she writes about, some of the social issues… Well, she just comes up with some really good stuff.When a shadow from Roarke’s past turns up at a murder scene in Washington Square Park, things get really personal – really fast. This crime isn’t just a shadow into Roarke’s past, it is also a shadow into Feeney and Whitney’s past as well. It doesn’t take Eve and Roarke long to decide who the murderer is, but it will take Eve’s entire team and some help from Interpol to catch him. With more than twenty years of experience and hundreds of professional kills under his belt, this killer now has his sights set on Eve and Roarke and maybe even Somerset.
While Roarke and Eve are attending the theater, Eve catches a murder case and they leave for the scene of the crime. The victim, a lovely, wealthy, young wife and mother has been brutally murdered. Nothing is missing – her money, credit cards, phone – everything – are all still in place -- someone wanted the young woman dead – very badly. As Eve is tending to the business of securing the crime scene, dispatching officers to interview witnesses, Roarke is standing by – scanning the crowd. Roarke sees a face from his past – one he could do with never seeing again. He made quite sure Roarke saw him and Roarke immediately knows that the man is the assassin who murdered this young woman.
Even knowing who the perpetrator is doesn’t make it easy to find and apprehend him. He is very wealthy now and has all the assets he needs to disappear – except he really doesn’t want to disappear. He wants to taunt Roarke, torture him, and make him suffer before he finally kills him as well. Eve and all the resources of the NYPSD will do whatever it takes to see that doesn’t happen. Roarke is one of their own now and they’ll take care of him.
I love that each new book humanizes Eve a little more and we learn more about Roarke’s past life. I love that Roarke’s and Eve’s love and passion for each other hasn’t diminished – it has grown.
You can’t go wrong if you choose to read this excellently-written, imaginative, well-plotted book – and the rest of the series as well. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve re-read the books in this series and I never get tired of reading and re-reading them.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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LibraryThing member jfe16
Murder interrupts an evening at the theater for New York Police and Security Department’s homicide detective Eve Dallas. She and Roarke meet her team at Washington Square Park where Roarke glimpses a shadow from his past in the crowd. Suddenly, the case takes on a new . . . and ominous . . .
Along with the murder of the young mother, Eve must track down Roarke’s adversary before he can strike down the man she loves.
This, the fifty-first [!] book in the series, works well as a stand-alone for readers new to the series, but it’s at its best when readers have experienced the growth and change of each of the characters. Anchored by the strong sense of place [both in 2061 New York City and in Ireland], the unfolding narrative brings Roarke’s past careering into Eve’s case and ultimately forces everyone she works with to take a stand in the ensuing investigation that is less a murder to solve and more a police procedural in capturing a supremely elusive criminal.
The plot takes some surprising twists as Eve and company tirelessly work the case. The underlying tension ramps up the suspense and keeps the pages turning. As always, the characters’ interactions are at the heart of the story; readers will find it impossible to set aside this unputdownable book before reaching the denouement.
Highly recommended.
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twist.Along with the murder of the young mother, Eve must track down Roarke’s adversary before he can strike down the man she loves.
This, the fifty-first [!] book in the series, works well as a stand-alone for readers new to the series, but it’s at its best when readers have experienced the growth and change of each of the characters. Anchored by the strong sense of place [both in 2061 New York City and in Ireland], the unfolding narrative brings Roarke’s past careering into Eve’s case and ultimately forces everyone she works with to take a stand in the ensuing investigation that is less a murder to solve and more a police procedural in capturing a supremely elusive criminal.
The plot takes some surprising twists as Eve and company tirelessly work the case. The underlying tension ramps up the suspense and keeps the pages turning. As always, the characters’ interactions are at the heart of the story; readers will find it impossible to set aside this unputdownable book before reaching the denouement.
Highly recommended.
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LibraryThing member jshillingford
Eve and Roarke's evening out is interrupted by a murder (isn' it always ;-) While at the scene, Roarke sees a face from his past in the crowd. Lorcan Cobb is a contract killer who has evaded global authorities for 20 years. But his personal grudge against Roarke will cause him to make mistakes -
This was an odd "mystery" as they knew right away who the killer is and the book is mostly Eve and Roarke trying to catch him. And I do mean Eve and Roarke - Peabody is almost completely sidelined. Other familiar faces from the force do participate, and seeing them galvanize around Eve and Roarke was great. And, I love how they have grown as a couple, so having more interaction was entertaining. However, it also made for a very weak story/plot.
I still enjoy the In Death series, but have switched to borrowing from the library as I just can't justify the cost anymore. The books are getting shorter, and the mysteries less developed. I think Robb needs to stop with 2 a year; maybe a break is needed to revitalize the creative juices. A quick, fun read worth my time but not worth thr tetail price.
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mistakes Eve is counting on.This was an odd "mystery" as they knew right away who the killer is and the book is mostly Eve and Roarke trying to catch him. And I do mean Eve and Roarke - Peabody is almost completely sidelined. Other familiar faces from the force do participate, and seeing them galvanize around Eve and Roarke was great. And, I love how they have grown as a couple, so having more interaction was entertaining. However, it also made for a very weak story/plot.
I still enjoy the In Death series, but have switched to borrowing from the library as I just can't justify the cost anymore. The books are getting shorter, and the mysteries less developed. I think Robb needs to stop with 2 a year; maybe a break is needed to revitalize the creative juices. A quick, fun read worth my time but not worth thr tetail price.
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LibraryThing member Carol420
There is no way that I could ever give any of the 51 books in this series less than 5 stars. They are as close to the absolutely perfect crime story, police procedural and romance as any book can ever hope to come. You must start at the beginning and watch Eve and the team grow and develop into the
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best that NYC has to offer. See Eve and Roark become one of the most endearing couples in today’s literature and watch Peabody in her pink coat, become everything…as a person and as a police detective… that Eve always knew that she could and would be. Of course Galahad...the cat...gets fatter and more adorable with each book and Eve carries on her ongoing verbal battle with Sommerset who she really adores and would protect with her life if need be. This book will just take its rightful place as a part of the one of the best series in print today. About twice a year I and all the fans of this series…get to visit with these very good friends and see what’s happening in their lives. J.D Robb, (Nora Roberts), makes it a marvelous experience every single time. 100 of these books...1000 of these books... would never be too many. Show Less
LibraryThing member LisCarey
Dallas and Roarke are back with another difficult case to solve.
Roarke's highly questionable past occasionally comes back to haunt him and Eve in awkward ways. The latest is exceptionally awkward. A rival and enemy from his hard childhood years in Dublin has arrived in New York and intends to kill
And Lorcan Cobbe is a skilled, professional assassin.
Cobbe claims to be Roarke's older half-brother, but Patrick Roarke, while employing him as an enforcer, never acknowledged him as his son. For all the elder Roarke's abuse of him, he did acknowledge the younger Roarke as his son. And that's what Cobbe, obsessed with Patrick Roarke as his hero and idol, can never forgive the boy that Patrick did acknowledge.
That hatred has burned for a long time, but now Roarke has achieved a level of wealth and success that's far beyond Cobbe. When he comes to New York to kill a woman whose husband finds divorcing her would not serve his interests, he does that job quickly and efficiently, but the trip morphs into a mission to finally eliminate Roarke.
Cobbe, driven by emotion rather than money this time, can't resist taunting Roarke--showing himself briefly to ensure Roarke knows he's there, and then other little taunts and challenges, and of course threats of what he'll do to Dallas before he kills Roarke.
Cobbe thinks Roarke is weak, because he's not a killer, and had the chance to kill Cobbe years ago and didn't It doesn't even occur to him that Dallas could really be dangerous.
Dallas, Roarke, and the NYPSD are not usually all one team, what with Roarke's criminal past and discomfort around cops even though he's married one. Roarke can't handle this threat on his own, though. Doing things entirely his way would hurt Eve, and maybe break their relationship. Working with them will also give him the help of men and women who, even though they're cops, he likes and respects, and who can bring real resources to the effort. And Eve knows that Roarke can't just set aside his old instincts and attitudes entirely in this direct and personal threat--a threat to him, but also to her, and Somerset, and his family back in Ireland.
It's a bit of a hurdle for both of them, when it means also working with Interpol, in the person of an English investigator who has been hunting Cobbe for six years.
It's a tense and exciting story, and we're reminded again how much these two have grown since they first met, in a case where Roarke looked like a possible suspect.
Content warning: A sweet little cat dies very nastily, as part of one of Cobbe's taunts.
I loved this book, and strongly recommend it, for a good mystery, good relationships, and being true to the characters we've come to know and value.
I bought this audiobook.
Roarke's highly questionable past occasionally comes back to haunt him and Eve in awkward ways. The latest is exceptionally awkward. A rival and enemy from his hard childhood years in Dublin has arrived in New York and intends to kill
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him--after first killing everyone else who matters to him.And Lorcan Cobbe is a skilled, professional assassin.
Cobbe claims to be Roarke's older half-brother, but Patrick Roarke, while employing him as an enforcer, never acknowledged him as his son. For all the elder Roarke's abuse of him, he did acknowledge the younger Roarke as his son. And that's what Cobbe, obsessed with Patrick Roarke as his hero and idol, can never forgive the boy that Patrick did acknowledge.
That hatred has burned for a long time, but now Roarke has achieved a level of wealth and success that's far beyond Cobbe. When he comes to New York to kill a woman whose husband finds divorcing her would not serve his interests, he does that job quickly and efficiently, but the trip morphs into a mission to finally eliminate Roarke.
Cobbe, driven by emotion rather than money this time, can't resist taunting Roarke--showing himself briefly to ensure Roarke knows he's there, and then other little taunts and challenges, and of course threats of what he'll do to Dallas before he kills Roarke.
Cobbe thinks Roarke is weak, because he's not a killer, and had the chance to kill Cobbe years ago and didn't It doesn't even occur to him that Dallas could really be dangerous.
Dallas, Roarke, and the NYPSD are not usually all one team, what with Roarke's criminal past and discomfort around cops even though he's married one. Roarke can't handle this threat on his own, though. Doing things entirely his way would hurt Eve, and maybe break their relationship. Working with them will also give him the help of men and women who, even though they're cops, he likes and respects, and who can bring real resources to the effort. And Eve knows that Roarke can't just set aside his old instincts and attitudes entirely in this direct and personal threat--a threat to him, but also to her, and Somerset, and his family back in Ireland.
It's a bit of a hurdle for both of them, when it means also working with Interpol, in the person of an English investigator who has been hunting Cobbe for six years.
It's a tense and exciting story, and we're reminded again how much these two have grown since they first met, in a case where Roarke looked like a possible suspect.
Content warning: A sweet little cat dies very nastily, as part of one of Cobbe's taunts.
I loved this book, and strongly recommend it, for a good mystery, good relationships, and being true to the characters we've come to know and value.
I bought this audiobook.
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LibraryThing member phyllis2779
I liked that neither Roarke or Eve were damaged in this book. Rather they figured out who the enemy was, worked together to figure out how to get him, and then got him. Well-written as always. Suspenseful but not over the top with rape and torture.
LibraryThing member JenniferRobb
I've read this series in the past though I am not sure I've read all of them--and I know I haven't read them in order. I suspect I've missed some because I don't remember Roarke's Ireland family who appear at the end of the book.
In this installment, we get a glimpse of Roarke's past--some of his
I like the "family" idea--that all of Eve's friends consider Roarke as part of their family and are willing to put in overtime for him and put their lives on the line for him, just as they would for Eve.
WARNINGS: there are several sex scenes within the pages (so probably not appropriate for younger age readers).
In this installment, we get a glimpse of Roarke's past--some of his
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growing up years and how he and Sommerset met. I don't quite know how Roarke found family in Ireland (probably in one of the books I didn't read). I like the "family" idea--that all of Eve's friends consider Roarke as part of their family and are willing to put in overtime for him and put their lives on the line for him, just as they would for Eve.
WARNINGS: there are several sex scenes within the pages (so probably not appropriate for younger age readers).
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LibraryThing member sanyamakadi
Better than the last couple. Highlights are some memories of Feeney and Whitney's time working together, and a trip to Ireland to see the family.
LibraryThing member ftbooklover
A murder in Washington Square Park takes Eve and Roarke away from a play they had been watching and to a killer whose history crosses with Roarke's. Lorcan Cobbe, as a boy, wanted to claim the name Roarke as he was convinced he was Patrick Roarke's son. When he sees Roarke at the crime scene where
The strength of Shadows in Death is the personal connection to the case being investigated by Eve and Roarke. We know the killer right at the beginning of the book, so much of the rest is the procedural investigation which leads to family and friends, especially Summerset. The opening of An Didean is included in the story, which lends a balance between dark and light. However, the ending seemed somewhat anticlimactic and made me wish for a bit more action. Overall, though, this is another excellent In Death story, drawing the reader in right at the beginning and not letting up until the very last page.
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he has just completed his contract, his desire to kill Roarke and take his name is renewed. Eve begins to bring together her resources in order to find and capture Cobbe. One thing she learns is the Captain Feeney and Commander Whitney had a run-in with Cobbe years ago at which time he evaded their capture, making them almost as interested in seeing Cobbe brought to justice as Eve and Roarke are.The strength of Shadows in Death is the personal connection to the case being investigated by Eve and Roarke. We know the killer right at the beginning of the book, so much of the rest is the procedural investigation which leads to family and friends, especially Summerset. The opening of An Didean is included in the story, which lends a balance between dark and light. However, the ending seemed somewhat anticlimactic and made me wish for a bit more action. Overall, though, this is another excellent In Death story, drawing the reader in right at the beginning and not letting up until the very last page.
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LibraryThing member Glennis.LeBlanc
The latest installment of the In Death series has a someone from Roarke’s past come back to get revenge for old grudges. A hired killer on a job in NY decides to go after Roarke after completing a murder that becomes Eve’s case. This one one brings in all the characters that work for the
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department once they realize he is a suspect in an old case of the Chief and Feeney’s. The conclusion gets to be a bit hopping but in the end Eve with the help of Roarke and all their police friends win against the bad guy. A good solid entertaining read as always. Show Less
LibraryThing member Lauren2013
Shadows in Death
4 Stars
A woman is murdered in Washington Square Park and Roarke, catching a glimpse of the suspect in the crowd, recognizes him as a vengeful foe from his past. Soon the race is on for Eve and her team to stop a vicious killer who has acquired a new target - Roarke.
This is one of a
The investigation itself relies on solid police work and the excellent relationships that Eve and Roarke have with the people in their lives. From Charlotte and Dennis Mira to Commander Whitney and Eve's loyal team to Summerset and Roarke's Irish relatives, it is a pleasure to see them all rally around and express their respect and loyalty to Roarke in both words and deeds - it was definitely not a given.
Overall, Shadows in Death is an engaging addition to the series, and having the focus shift to Roarke was an inspired choice by Robb. Looking forward to the next book.
4 Stars
A woman is murdered in Washington Square Park and Roarke, catching a glimpse of the suspect in the crowd, recognizes him as a vengeful foe from his past. Soon the race is on for Eve and her team to stop a vicious killer who has acquired a new target - Roarke.
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handful of books in the series in which the villain's identity is revealed almost at once. While this is not usually my preferred setup, in this particular case, the early reveal is essential for both plot and character development. That said, it is unfortunate that his character has no foundation in any of the previous books as springing him fully-fledged on the reader at this point detracts somewhat from the story.The investigation itself relies on solid police work and the excellent relationships that Eve and Roarke have with the people in their lives. From Charlotte and Dennis Mira to Commander Whitney and Eve's loyal team to Summerset and Roarke's Irish relatives, it is a pleasure to see them all rally around and express their respect and loyalty to Roarke in both words and deeds - it was definitely not a given.
Overall, Shadows in Death is an engaging addition to the series, and having the focus shift to Roarke was an inspired choice by Robb. Looking forward to the next book.
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LibraryThing member kmartin802
This mystery centers on an old enemy of Roarke's from his childhood in Dublin. It begins with the murder of a woman in a park. While Eve is investigating, Roarke spots an old enemy in the background. He knows that Lorcan Cobbe has become a paid assassin.
It doesn't take Eve long to prove that the
The main thrust of the book is trying to track down Cobbe before he can get his revenge on Roarke by killing everyone he loves and then killing Roarke. Eve's detectives are quick to join in on the hunt because they consider Roarke to be one of their own. Also, Cobbe has a previous history of murder in New York which was never solved but which Commander Whitney and Captain Feeney worked. They both want to catch Cobbe and throw in their expertise too.
I enjoyed all the details of the investigation to find Cobbe. I liked the strong relationship between Roarke and Eve and its contrast with the life of Cobbe. Cobbe was jealous of Roarke when they were kids and always claimed that Roarke's father was his father too and that he was the older son who should be his heir. That jealousy is leading him to make mistakes in the case Eve is investigating that will allow her to finally capture him.
I both read the Kindle version and listened to the audio version of this book. It is the first I've listened to. I thought the narrator sounded a little too old to be Eve and didn't think Roarke sounded Irish enough. Otherwise it was an engaging experience to listen to.
It doesn't take Eve long to prove that the
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woman's husband is guilty of hiring Cobbe to murder his wife so that he can get revenge for her daring to have an affair and so that he could inherit her substantial wealth. Eve's willing to make a deal on the sentence if the husband will turn over information on Cobbe.The main thrust of the book is trying to track down Cobbe before he can get his revenge on Roarke by killing everyone he loves and then killing Roarke. Eve's detectives are quick to join in on the hunt because they consider Roarke to be one of their own. Also, Cobbe has a previous history of murder in New York which was never solved but which Commander Whitney and Captain Feeney worked. They both want to catch Cobbe and throw in their expertise too.
I enjoyed all the details of the investigation to find Cobbe. I liked the strong relationship between Roarke and Eve and its contrast with the life of Cobbe. Cobbe was jealous of Roarke when they were kids and always claimed that Roarke's father was his father too and that he was the older son who should be his heir. That jealousy is leading him to make mistakes in the case Eve is investigating that will allow her to finally capture him.
I both read the Kindle version and listened to the audio version of this book. It is the first I've listened to. I thought the narrator sounded a little too old to be Eve and didn't think Roarke sounded Irish enough. Otherwise it was an engaging experience to listen to.
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Original language
English
Original publication date
2020-09-08
Physical description
9.54 inches
ISBN
1250207231 / 9781250207234