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ISBN-13: 9780425148297 - ISBN-10: 0425148297 Publication Date: 1995 Pages: 314 |
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Book Reviews of Naked in Death (In Death, Bk 1)
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9 member(s) found this review helpful.
This is the 1st of the In Death series. For those who don't know, J.D. Robb is Nora Robert's alter ego. I'm not a big fan of Nora Roberts, although I do read her work occasionally. I will say that she writes in a very different style as J.D. Robb. I really enjoyed this book. It is not for the squeamish of faint of heart....the crime in the book is very brutal and graphic and extremely sexual in nature. I like the fact that while it is set in the future, the settings and devices used are actually somewhat plausible. It's a fascinating premise with a solid crime/mystery. I definitely plan on reading more of this series.
KaeLee N. (
6 member(s) found this review helpful.
This is the very first "In Death" book in the series and I enjoyed seeing how Roarke and Dallas dealt together the first time they met. It's no wonder this falls under the heading of romantic suspense! The other books, while they've got some definite sex scenes and romance to them, seem to deal more with the mystery than with the relationships; this book focused pretty heavily on the relationship between them.
Kelly J. (
5 member(s) found this review helpful.
Nora Roberts writes a truckload of books, but I don't care for them. When she puts on her JD Robb hat, I think she sticks to plot development and her characters.
That's why I proudly own every one of JD Robb's books about a butt kicking, smart, survivor, a murder detective named Lieutenant Dallas. The support characters are also developed in later books.
Recently I went back and started with this one,
I read a lot, and require that the author not stray on tangents, and keep the story interesting and not too predictable - that's what JD Robb does and I recommend her books for those readers who like some detective and total fantasy about a perfect man.
Jennifer W. (
5 member(s) found this review helpful.
After 20+ books over 10+ years, I decided it was high time to go back to where it all began -- NAKED IN DEATH.
Here, author J.D. Robb (aka best-selling author Nora Roberts) introduces us to NYPSD Lieutenant Eve Dallas, a force in her own right, and one of the trickiest cases yet. The granddaughter of a Senator has been brutally murdered, and the perpetrator promises that five more bodies are to follow. As Eve races against the clock to save more women from dying, she also must contend with her own feelings for Roarke, a self-made billionaire who early on is a suspect in the murders.
If you haven't read any of the "...IN DEATH" books, I highly recommend them to anyone who enjoys romantic suspense. The mystery and the romance are evenly balanced, Eve and Roarke are definitely intriguing characters, and the story just never gets old.
Going back to this first story in the series after having been a fan so long, I was grateful to be reminded of the meaning behind the gray button, how Galahad came into the picture, and how Somerset's attitude has been the same from the beginning.
NAKED IN DEATH is a winner, and you'll be happy to know that when you finish reading it, there are 24 more stories already published in the series. Happy Reading!!
5 member(s) found this review helpful.
Part romance, part police procedural, the In Death series is set in a non-idealized near future New York City. Naked in Death is first in the series and sets up the series nicely.
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
This was a great book .. I have been reading them all out of order and it was nice to go back a read the frist one gave me a little more of the picture .... I love these books and i can bearly stand to put them down Thanks Krystal
Karen F. (
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
If half the books in this series are as good as this one, I'm hooked. The little futuristic things (like air buses) thrown in occasionally are so cool! I'm ready to order the next book.
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
The author describes the scenes and characters very well. The book was hard to put down towards the 2nd half. It is a little more graphic than most books I read though.
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
A real thriller. Fast paced, sexy, sizzling. Very exciting story. Love these books!!
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
I really enjoyed this book. I don't usually read Nora Roberts but I decided to give her futuristic Naked series a try. This is the first in the series and I have since read 2 more in the Naked series.
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
Nora Roberts is good no matter what type of book she writes. As an added bonus, this is part of a futuristic series giving a sneak peek at what technology might be like in the future!
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
First of the wonderful Eve Dallas detective series.
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
An excellent read! The Eve Dallas story and her backstory is fascinating. This book is about how she met the man who would become her husbaand - Roarke - as a murder suspect, no less! Hell of a way to start a romance!
The plot, as usual with any JD Robb book, was excellent, the timing and pace kept you going and even when you had to leave the book (for such mundane things like work and sleep), you couldn't wait to get back to it.
If ytou are interested in police drama and solving the case but without the extreme forensics brouhaha of a CSI:Wherever type novel, the JD Robb something "in Death is for you!
By the Way... SUMMERSET is a card!
Barbara S. (
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
This is the first "In Death" book I've read, and I loved it. I've now got a list and will do them in order.
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
As a long time Nora Roberts fan, I was eager to start on this series written under the pseudonym J.D Robb. Fortunately I was not disappointed.
Eve Dallas in a Lieutenant of the New York Police Department in the year 2058. She is currently investigating the brutal murder of a prostitute. On her long list of suspects is Roarke, a multi-billionaire charmer. As Eve finds herself emotionally involved with Roarke, even to the point of trusting him, the pressure is on for her to find the real killer.
The suspense and mystery are unquestionably entertaining. The romance is hot and sweet. The balance between the two is flawless, a tribute to Robb's impeccable writing style. The tone of the whole book makes it flow easily and quickly.
To me the series looks very promising. I would recommend this book to fans of mystery, suspense, and romance.
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
I love all the J.D. Robb Naked series of books. I am now re-reading the series because I missed Eve and Roarke.
Lindsey M. (
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
This is the book that started it all and what a wonderful series it started. The mystery/thriller parts are written very stratefic and full of suspense. The chemistry between Lt. Eve Dallas and Roarke is so steamy it almost makes you feel like your intruding.
This is a great series and "Naked in Death" is just the beginning.
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
It's always exciting to find a book that you can fall in love with the characters. I started reading this "in Death" series at book 16, not realizing it was a series. Well, I finally decided to start from the beginning. J.D. Robb does not disappoint. I enjoy Lt. Eve Dallas and Roarke just as much as I did in the newer books...plus i found out some interesting details that I did not know before, like how she acquires Galahad her cat, and how he came upon his name. Just little things that bring you closer to the characters and brings more enjoyment while reading the book.
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
The first in a series of futuristi romane thrillers by Nora Roberts writing as JD Robb. This book contains the well thought out story, imaginative conceptualization of a not so distant future and the same romantic, beautiful and yet flawed characters one would see in other books by Roberts. This marks the introduction of Eve Dallas, our hero. She is smart, cares deeply about the welfare of others and is haunted by a damaged childhood. She meets Roarke - a future "Mr. Big" type who falls for her despite the fact that she is investigating him for murder. As the line goes "it's the beginning of a beautiful friendship."
Missy C. (
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
Eve Dallas book 1. And we get introduced to Roark. Great great series, always fresh and suspenseful.
Teresa S. (
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
I wasn't real impressed with this book...hope the rest of this series is better
Nancy G. (
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
First in the series - really good - am looking forward to reading the next!
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
i love this series............it is my all time favorite.......i have read all of them and always look forward to the next new one........i probably will read them again and i am getting all that i don't have already for my library.....eve and roarke are dreams...what a life they live..........
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
Eve Dallas is a police lieutent hunting for a ruthless killer.In more than ten years on the force, she's seen it all---and knows her surival depends on her instincts. And she's going against every warning telling her not top get involved with Roarke, an Irish billionare---and a suspect in Eve's murder investigation. But passion and seduction have rules of their own, and it's up to Eve to take a chance in the arms of a man she knows nothing about---except the addictive hunger of needing his touch.
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
Excellent book. Looking forward to starting the next in the series.
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
J.D. Robb out did her self again.
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
The first in the futuristic "Eve Dallas" series.
"Breaking every rule, Eve gets involved with Roarke,a suspect in her latest murder case.But passion & seduction have rules all their own...
"Danger, romance... a masterpiece of fine writing."
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
The first of the "In Death" futuristic thrillers with Police Lt. Eve Dallas written by Nora Roberts under the pen name of J.D. Robb. Well-plotted with an appealing central character.
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
I hated this book, and it's not very often that I can say that. I hope someone else can get something out of it, because I didn't!
Chris S. (
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
1st in the series.
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
First book int the In Death series. Very good book....kept me on the edge of my chair the whole time....also tells about how Dallas met Roake....very steamy meeting.
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
A futuristic suspenseful mystery novel, with a love story thrown in, by Nora Roberts (writing under her pen name, J.D. Robb.) It appears to be the first of a series. Eve Dallas is a police lieutenant in the 20-somethingth century. It's exciting and you'll never guess the ending.
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
Book #1 in the J.D. Robb "In Death" Series. Fantastic series. Written by Nora Roberts. Futuristic homicide lieutenant Eve Dallas and Roarke - a gazillionaire who in Eve's words, "Owns half the known world and space too!" who has a shady past and falls head over heals with this NY homicide lieutenant. I am addicted to this series!
I have read almost all of this series. I love the character Eve Dallas. She is such a strong woman and Roarke!! Whoo Hooo!! Need I say more. Once you start reading its hard to put down. I recently turned my husband on to this series and he read three of them in 1 week.
Enjoyed the first am waiting for the 2nd. Not sure I can go through the entire collection without getting bored, but number 2 will tell.
Robin L. (I really enjoyed this book! Can't believe I waited so long to start this series!! Definitely looking forward to the next one in the series!
Lynda C. (This novel is set in a time and place where technology rules the world. Eve Dallas is a New York plice lieutenant hunting for a ruthless killer. In more than ten years on the force, she's seen it all---and knows that her survival depends on her instincts.
fantastic book, I've never read any Nora Roberts or "J.D. Robb" before and I'm looking forward to getting further into the series.
Eve Dallas is a New York police lieutenant hunting for a ruthless killer. In more than ten years on the force, she's seen it all - and knows that her survival depends on her instincts. And she's going against every warning telling her not to get involved with Roarke, an Irish billionaire - and a suspect in Eve's murder investigation. But passion and seduction have rules of their own, and it's up to Eve to take a chance in the arms of a man she knows nothing about - except the addictive hunger of needing his touch.
The beginning book in a wonderful multi-book series by Nora Roberts writing as JD Robb. Keeps your interest as it keeps you guessing!
Lynne J. (Everybody told me this was a great series - strong female detective, sexy male lead, good plot- and they were right. I think I'm going to love this series!
The first book in the In the Death series featuring Eve Dallas as a lieutenant in futuristic NYC.
Be careful...if you have not read a JD Robb book...this one will hook you! This book introduces Eve and Roarke...Get ready to keep reading...because once you start you can not stop!
Book 1 of the In Death series. Join Eve Dallas as she investigates a murder and falls for the prime suspect, Roarke. A great book you will want to read the entire series!!!!
Book #1 in her In Death series. Lt Eve Dallas meets Roarke, Irish Billionaire in 2058 New York City.
First of the In Death series featuring Eve Dallas and the wonderful Roarke! Great read!
This is the first book in Nora Roberts' J.D. Robb series about Eve Dallas. Aside from the steamy sex which may put some off, the story is compelling and as usual, Nora Roberts' characters are memorable and worth the read.
Robin M. (First book in the Eve Dallas series. Great Romantic Suspense.
Pat T. (n a world of danger and deception, she walks the line--between seductive passion and scandalous murder... Eve Dallas is a New York police lieutenant hunting for a ruthless killer. In over ten years on the force, she's seen it all--and knows her survival depends on her instincts. And she's going against every warning telling her not to get involved with Roarke, an Irish billionaire--and a suspect in Eve's murder investigation. But passion and seduction have rules of their own, and it's up to Eve to take a chance in the arms of a man she knows nothing about--except the addictive hunger of needing his touch.
Eve Dallas is a New York police lieutenant hunting for a ruthless killer. In over ten years on the force, she's seen it all--and knows that her survival depends on her instincts. And she's going against every warning telling her not to get involved with Roarke, an Irish billionaire--and a suspect in Eve's murder investigation. But passion and seduction have rules of their own, and it's up to Eve to take a chance in the arms of a man she knows nothing about--except the addictive hunger of needing his touch.
Eve Dallas, a police lieutenant, is hunting for a ruthless killer. She becomes involved with an Irish billionaire (a suspect in the murder case), and mystery and love intertwine.
This book introduces Lieutenant Eve Dallas and the "In Death" series from J.D. Robb. Against all the rules, Eve gets involved with Roarke, a suspect in her latest murder case.
Excellent reading; I found it hard to put down and am searching for all the rest of her books.
J.D. Robb/Nora Roberts is an excellent writer. I love her books!
NORA ROBERTS WRITING AS J.D. ROBB
FROM INSIDE COVER; "DANGER, ROMANCE..A MS=ASTERPIECE OF FINE WRITING"
This is the first book in the series. Eve meets Roarke. She also solves a difficult murder investagation.
A Senator's daughter is murdered and Lt. Eve Dallas is called in to investigate the death. In this book, she meets Roarke, who she is very attracted too, and is a possible suspect.
First in the series of Eve Dallas a New York policelieutenant. Thriller, romance. I loved this book. I plan to read them all.
I just could not get into this book, tried a few times....no go. LOVE most of Nora Roberts books though
Great series. First book introducing Eve Dallas and Rourke, two great characters that fit very well together. I just love this series.
It was an interesting read. Took me a bit to get into, but once I did, I loved it!
This is the first in the series. It introduces all of the recurring characters, excpet for Peabody & McNabb. It was a great read!
Eve Dallas is a New York police lieutenant hunting for a ruthless killer. In more than ten years on the force, she's seen it all -- and knows that her survival depends on her instincts. And she's going against every warning telling her not to get involved with Rourke, an Irish billionaire -- and a suspect in Eve's murder investigation. But passion and seduction have rules of their own, and it's up to Eve to take a chance in the arms of a man she knows nothing about -- except the addictive hunger of needing his touch.
The first of the Lt Eve Dallas and Rourke series. Enjoyed it!
Beth B. (I started this series a few weeks ago and I am already on book #5!!
Shannon J. (Protags: Eve Dallas, Rourke
Setting: New York City, year 2058
1st Sentence: "She woke in the dark."
Comments: Politics, legal prostitution, blackmail and murder. This book had it all. Great first book in a series. Looking for the next twenty-two!
Set in the future this book is sexy and raw. We follow Eve Dallas, NY City police lieutenant, as she hunts down a killer of call girls. Her investigation propels her towards the mysterious billionaire "Roarke". As their mutual attraction heats up so does the tangled web of lies, incest, and betrayal.
A great romantic suspense story, with the added appeal of being set in the future. Robb (aka Nora Roberts) has created a fascinating world of new politics, moral issues, technology, weaponry, transportation, etc. I can't wait to read the next one in the series, and can see why folks are so addicted to this series.
First of the "In Death" series, you get to know Eve. I enoyed this book; not as much as "Nora" books, but a good read still.
1st book in series. Loved the book. Loved Roarke. Loved Eve. Highly recommended.
The first in a wonderful series by J.D. Robb, the pseudonym for New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts. This is our first look at Lt. Eve Dallas. These characters will grab you and you'll want to read further into the series. Definately a keeper. I have an extra copy of my own.
From the back of the blue lady cover.
In a time and place where technology rules the world, one irresistible impulse still rules the heart; passion...
Eve Dallas is a New York Police lieutenant hunting for a ruthless killer. In over ten years on the force, she's seen it all--and knows that her survival depends on her instincts. And she's going against every warning telling her not to get involved with Roarke, an Irish billionaire--and a suspect in Eve's murder investigation. But passion and seduction have rules of their own, and it's up to Eve to take a chance in the arms of a man she knows nothing about--except the addictive hunger of needing his touch.
Collette R. (Loved this book!! 1st of her "in Death" books and I can't wait to read the rest.
The first in J.D. Robb's addictive Eve Dallas series and one of the best. This features a different cover than the one pictured
Victoria J. (The first book in the "In Death" series, an introduction to Eve and Roake.
Erina J. (The JD Robb In Death Series is excellent. These books have everything. Suspense, romance, characters you care about. What's even better is that there are like 20 books in this series so you can read it for a while without running out and she writes a new one every 6 months or so.
I'd read many of this series, but hadn't yet read how it all started. Very good read, sets down a lot of future characters in one way or another.
Nora Roberts writes as J.D. Robb in series about Eve Dallas, a New York City detective,and her husband Roarke. Set in the mid 21st century
The only difference from the picture shown is for this book is I have the original cover from the first printing. I absolutely Love these books!!
This is the first in an outstanding futuristic series starring Eve Dallas one tough homicide lietenant.
I really like Eve Dallas, the futuristic cop. She is tough and competent. Good read, and I can't wait to read some more in this series.
Eileen D. (I love all the "In Death" series by J.D. Robb!
Description/plot: The first book in the series:
Breaking every rule, Eve gets involved with Roarke, a suspect in her latest murder case. But passion and seduction have rules all their own.
Beth T. (NORA ROBERTS WRITING AS J.D. ROBB MYSTERY THRILLER.... THIS IS A GREAT SERIES AND THIS BOOK IS THE FIRST IN THIS SERIES CAN'T WAIT TO START THE 2ND IN THIS SERIES GLORY IN DEATH
Back Cover:
Eve Dallas is a New York police lieutenant hunting for a ruthless killer. In more than ten years on the force, she's seen it all - and knows that her survival depends on her instincts. And she's going against every warning telling her not to get involved with Roarke, an Irish billionaire - and a suspect in Eve's murder investigation. But passion and seduction have rules of their own, and it's up to Eve to take a chance in the arms of a man she knows nothing about - except the addictive hunger of needing his touch.
Michelle D. (I really like this series! I read one out of order (Portrait in Death) and decided I had better read them in order! I enjoyed this first book and now must find the next one! Thanks for sharing!!!
The first in Robb's series featuring New York Police Detective Eve Dallas involves the detective in the high-profile murder of the granddaughter of a senator. It also begins her relationship with Roarke, the dashing businessman with a shadowy past who finds Dallas enormously intriguing.
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