Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Review -- Treachery In Death

Treachery In Death
By J.D. Robb
Publisher: Putnam
Release Date: February 22, 2011







In the 32nd full length In Death novel, the focus is once again on crime, but this time the criminals are the cops. Eve Dallas' partner, Peabody, finds herself in the middle of a sticky and dangerous situation. After working out in one of the NYPSD's infrequently used gyms, Peabody has just finished showering when she hears two people enter the locker room, arguing. She realizes that she's listening to a pair of dirty cops, who are knee deep in corruption and murder. Lt. Renee Oberman and Detective William Garnet---aforementioned dirty cops---finally leave the locker room without discovering Peabody. Shaken, because she knows she would be dead if she'd been discovered and determined to see justice done, Peabody goes to Dallas's house to report everything she overheard. Eve informs Peabody that Renee Oberman is the daughter of retired Commander Marcus Oberman, aka Saint Oberman, a legend in the NYPSD. Now Peabody, Eve, and Roarke (Eve's husband) will work together to bring those corrupt cops down before they kill again.

Unlike most of the In Death books, the identity of the bad guy is known right up front, but it's the process of gathering solid evidence and bringing the villains to justice that takes center stage. Good guys vs. bad guys. For Eve, seeking justice for victims is what drives her. She takes the honor and privilege of being a cop seriously, and the idea that fellow cops have abused their authority to obtain money and ill gotten gains illegally and murder when it suits their purpose offends her to her very core. Even worse, is the fact that Renee Oberman was raised in a loving home, had a father who was respected and admired in the profession she chose to follow; all the the things that Eve never had. Yet, Oberman chooses to turn her back on all that, by coldly, calculatingly orchestrating every move of her operation, using her power and body, if necessary, to achieve her goals. But now she's made an enemy of the wrong person. Like Eve says, "the blue line breaks for wrong cops."

I have been reading this series since day one (1995), and sixteen years and more than thirty books later, I love it even more. The gritty, futuristic setting is endlessly fascinating, the character development is unparalleled, and the never ending suspense and action keep readers glued to the pages. Eve Dallas is one of my favorite fictional characters---tough, loyal and surprisingly vulnerable when it comes to those she loves. And of course, her husband Roarke is the ultimate man. Rich, gorgeous, brilliant, shrewd and desperately in love with his wife. *Sigh*

Each book in this series can stand alone, but reading them in order allows you to see the growth of the characters, both main and secondary. In fact, the incredible cast of secondary characters is yet another reason I'm crazy about this series. I was so happy to see Peabody take center stage in Treachery In Death and really come into her own. If you aren't already a fan of this series, I encourage you to start reading it ASAP. You won't regret it!

~ Gannon


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44 comments:

  1. I love the In Death series. Not only did t give us Roarke, :) but a Kick ass Heroine in Eve Dallas. The secondary characters are just as amazing.There really isn't anything I don't like about the series.Thanks for the review on the latest In Death book.
    Carol L
    Lucky4750@aol.com

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  2. I have not read any of the In Death series but this book sounds really good.

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  3. I'm a huge fan of the In Death series and have passed that love on to my mother ,sister, and daughter. I love Roarke and Peabody and Eve is a great conflicted kick ass heroine.

    I can't wait to read Treachery, and would love to win it and share it with my 85 year old mother ( where I got my love of reading)

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  4. "Treachery In Death" - love the title. I don't mind knowing who the murderer is right up. It's fascinating to read how everyone catches up & comes to the right conclusion.

    marypres@gmail.com

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  5. I am also someone who has never read the series. The premise of this book sounds inviting though.
    Love & Hugs,
    Pam

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  6. Eve and Roarke are the best! Count me in.

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  7. Carol L., you've got to love a series that gave us Roarke. He is the man! And Eve is perfect for him. I'm with you, there really isn't anything I don't like about this series.

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  8. June M., the In Death series, IMHO, is the best there is. If you start reading it, I hope you become a fan.

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  9. I can't wait to read Treachery, and would love to win it and share it with my 85 year old mother ( where I got my love of reading)

    That's lovely, W Stokes! My mom loved this series, as well. :-)

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  10. I don't mind knowing who the murderer is right up. It's fascinating to read how everyone catches up & comes to the right conclusion.

    I don't mind, either, marybelle. In a lot of the books, it's all about discovering the murderers identity, but not here. Still great!

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  11. Oh, Pamela, another newbie. *g* You really must read this series!

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  12. Eve and Roarke are the best!

    Pat L., aren't they just?!!

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  13. Another terrific review, Gannon! By the time I get around to starting this series I'll need three months at the beach to read the books. Hmmm...I like that idea! *g*

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  14. I LOVE this series! I just started reading it last summer and caught up in like 2 months, I was addicted! I'm like 45th in line at the library for this one, I figure it's an exercise in patience :)

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  15. Great review, Gannon! I'm with PJ--I've not read this series and would need three months to catch up! One of these days....

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  16. By the time I get around to starting this series I'll need three months at the beach to read the books. Hmmm...I like that idea! *g*

    Sounds like a great idea, PJ! :-D

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  17. I just started reading it last summer and caught up in like 2 months, I was addicted!

    Wow, Jennie! That's fast reading. It is addictive, isn't it?!

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  18. One of these days....

    So many books, so little time, Andrea. ;-)

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  19. I'm another reader who has somehow missed this series - but now has it on my wish list!
    kpbarnett1941[at]aol[dot]com

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  20. Great review, Gannon! Sounds like a great read! Though I am a huge NR fan (she's the author that really got me started reading romances) I have yet to delve into the ID series. I think it may have to do with the fact that I'm so hopelessly behind and would never be able to catch up, lol. But you and other friends are breaking me down bit by bit. Someday!

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  21. I'm another reader who has somehow missed this series - but now has it on my wish list!

    Yay, KarenB!

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  22. But you and other friends are breaking me down bit by bit. Someday!

    Bwahahaha! Our plan is working, Lisa. ;-)

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  23. I love this series and noticed in the last couple that Peabody's been given more authority which is good cause I like to see character development particularly in such a long series.

    acm05atjuno.com

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  24. The Death series is memorable and what great characters. Thanks for this great review.

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  25. I have not read any of this series either beleive it or not. Would love to try one.

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  26. I have not read a J.D. Robb book yet, but this series sounds really interesting! I'll have to check them out one of these days.

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  27. In Death Series is compelling and great. They are gripping and unique. Thanks for the feature.

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  28. You're right--Eve and Roarke and wonderful. I'm glad to hear that Peabody gets more of the spotlight in this one. I really like her.

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  29. I can't wait to read this one. No matter what genre she is writing in, Nora Roberts/J.D. Robb is an author not to be missed. I haven't read all of the books in this series yet, but I am working on it.

    Thanks for the giveaway.

    librarypat AT comcast DOT net

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  30. I have enjoyed many of her books and have been hearing a lot of good things about this one!

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  31. Gannon, I know I say this everytime you review on of her books ... but one day I am going to have give Nora a try :-)

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  32. Anne, this book really spotlights Peabody, which is great!

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  33. The Death series is memorable and what great characters.

    Petite, that's very true.

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  34. Joanne, I say this to everyone, but yes, you really should give this series a go. :-)

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  35. Trisha, if you ever want to give them a try (you and Andrea!), I know someone who has every copy....me! LOL

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  36. They are gripping and unique.

    Traveler, they certainly are!

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  37. LSUReader, I've always liked Peabody, and I was so happy she was featured in this book.

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  38. No matter what genre she is writing in, Nora Roberts/J.D. Robb is an author not to be missed.

    Librarypat, that's exactly how I feel.

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  39. Gannon, I know I say this everytime you review on of her books ... but one day I am going to have give Nora a try :-)

    Buffie, you won't be sorry! ;-)

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  40. I have not read any of the Death series but would love to, sounds good.

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  41. I've been meaning to start this series but just never seem to have the time:( Hopefully I get to it this year

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  42. I love books about trying to get dirty cops and this one sounds like a terrific nail biter! Great review of the book!

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  43. I used to read this series, but I haven't read the last few. It's strange that my reason is opposite of the reviewers. In some ways, I feel that Eve hasn't grown. We get a lot of the tough Eve, but not enough of the softer Eve. Perhaps I'll have to try the series again.

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