Homicide detective Lieutenant Eve Dallas and her partner Detective Delia Peabody are called to the murder scene of sculptor Ariel Byrd where there is a shortage of clues as to who might have killed her. But when they follow up with the woman who called 9-1-1, Gwen Huffman, the investigation leads to the unraveling of a host of secrets and lies with a direct link to a troubling cult-like group called Natural Order.
Everything about this story reminded me of the earlier books in the series where the police procedurals were paramount and involved most of the homicide team. The case led the team in so many directions until things ultimately started to make more sense and connect. My initial speculations veered off into several theories, all with so many holes I was forced to just let the team do their job and enjoy the journey. The Natural Order aspect was chilling with some loose connections to present circumstances, a reminder of what our society could unleash.
But, the real joy of the story is always the inclusion of the secondary characters in very real and substantive ways. There’s a surprise involving Mavis and Leonardo that just made me smile. And, the smart girls are reunited (Eve, Reo & Nadine) and that’s just poetry to watch. This one is meaty with a strong mystery and heavy with secondary character inclusion, a perfect mix for this long term fan. Loved it.
Book Info
- Release Date: February 9, 2021
- Series: In Death #52
- Page Numbers: 383
- Publisher: St. Martin’s Press
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I do really need to read his author. This book and others of hers that you have written are so very alluring. Another goal for me!
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Marialyce, it’s the most addictive series I’ve ever read!
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Got this one in my audible library 🙂 and looking forward to it. I love when all the regulars are involved.
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Oh, Cathy, you’re going to love this one💜
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I think I’ll have to bump it up 😁
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Nobody writes a better book. I love them all.
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Amen to that, Jerrie💜
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I don’t remember the last time I read Nora Robert’s alter ego J.D. Robb novel. Your review totally makes me want to rectify that situation! Wonderful!
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Thanks, Tessa💜 Be sure to read them in order as it makes such a difference.
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Ah, another fav author and character, and yet another one I should be reading. And, as always, you make it so compelling!
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Thanks, Alexandra💜 This series is at the top of the my heap of favorites!
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One day, I’ll jump in and just start reading this series.
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Oh, lord #52… I have read into the teens before I lost track..but must say I love these characters.
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It’s still fresh, relevant and my favorite series!
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I loved this so much as I do the whole series. It would probably not be as meaningful without the depth of history I have (and you have) from reading 51 other books which have built strong character portraits of both the main and many side characters. Some statements or jokes would have no meaning if you had not read all the previous books. Excellent review!
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Thank you, Anne💜 I’m always emphasizing to new readers to not be daunted by the number of books in the series and to start from the beginning for the best reading experience.
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My sister is obsessed with this series and I can see why. It sounds so good!
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Suzanne, I don’t obsess much about many series but this one? I’m irrational about it. I don’t reread books but when this series was around 30 books I reread it three times.
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Wow, 52 books. Glad you are still enjoying this series, Jonetta.
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Thanks, Carla💜
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