Reunion in Death

Reunion in Death - J.D. Robb

A birthday bash sets the scene for a frightening reunion with a killer from Eve Dallas's past. At exactly 7:30 p.m., Walter Pettibone arrived home to over a hundred friends and family shouting, surprise! It was his birthday. Although he had known about the planned event for weeks, the real surprise was yet to come. At 8:45 p.m., a woman with emerald eyes and red hair handed him a glass of champagne. One sip of birthday bubbly, and he was dead. The woman's name is Julie Dockport. No one at the party knew who she was. But Detective Eve Dallas remembers her all too well. Eve was personally responsible for her incarceration nearly ten years ago. And now, let out on good behavior, she still has nothing but bad intentions. It appears she wants to meet Dallas again -- in a reunion neither will forget.

Published: (Piatkus)

ISBN: 9780749934408

Language: English

Format: Paperback, 371 pages

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Reviews

Michael rated it

I really do adore this series and maybe it is because it's been awhile since I've read one but this was so hard to put down. I adore Eve and Roarke and have always loved their crazy and slightly messed up dynamic. Their love it real, no matter how ugly that sometimes gets. I loved seeing them work together just a bit more in this instead of butting heads like they usually do. A well thought out plot line that kept me turning the pages furiously.

Marcella rated it

Wow! How does this series just keep getting better and better? I usually listen to the audio, because Susan Ericksen does such an exceptional job with the narration, but I found myself stranded with only the paperback in hand. So many memorable scenes with wonderfully developed characters in this one, even the cat, Galahad.

Dionysus rated it

Posted on Under the CoversREUNION IN DEATH is hands down the best book in the series. It could possibly be one of the best books Ive ever read. I consider all the In Death books to be above most books in terms of writing and characters but with this book, Robb has really surpassed herself exponentially.Robb takes a different approach to this book. We find out who the killer is early on, but in order to shut her down, we need to find the motive. As a birthday party becomes a murder scene, Eve Dallas and her ever important sidekick, Peabody have her hands full as they try to track down a killer with a personal intent to get Eve.Meanwhile, Peabody gets her chance to shine as she is assigned her own cold case to shut down. I loved this because it not only showed Peabodys capabilities, but it also showed Eve in a way that seemed almost motherly. And since Eve and Roarke dont have a kid, this is one way to see a softer side to Eve. I also loved seeing the pride in McNab as he watched his girl do her thang.Roarke is as involved as one can get in an ongoing investigation. When he acts as delicious bait, Eves protectiveness is revealed and we see the claws come out. For lack of a better word, the whole thing was badass. From the birthday party murders, to the chase in Italy, to the final take down in the end. Everything is perfectly executed. The plotting and pacing is perfection and I was literally on the edge of my seat as I listened to this audiobook. I dont think Ive ever been so consumed by a book before.Theres a ton more I could go on and I think one of the most important scenes to mention is the trip to Dallas where Eve and Roarke go together to meet the killers step father. That particular visit hits too close to home for Eve and it was nice seeing the support from Dr. Mira and Roarke. It wasnt an easy ride but I think that brought so much emotional depth to Eves character that the story and plot gained more momentum because of it. All of it seemed to further progress the story. I have to mention the sex scenes. I really dont know how Robb does it. You would think that with 14 books, youd be bored of the same couple going at it, but each time feels like the very first time. Its just as emotional and I think moreso in this case because of what happens right before. All in all, this book truly shined amongst a sea of gems.