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Innocent in Death | 
| Author: J.d. Robb
Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons
Category: Book
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Rating:  107 reviews
Sales Rank: 115713
Media: Hardcover
Pages: 385
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Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 6.2 x 1.6
ISBN: 0399154019
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.54
EAN: 9780399154010
ASIN: 0399154019
Publication Date: February 20, 2007
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The phenomenal series set in a future New York City returns as NYPSD Lt. Eve Dallas hunts for the killer of a seemingly ordinary history teacher-and uncovers some extraordinary surprises. Craig Foster's death devastated his young wife, who'd sent him to work that day with a lovingly packed lunch. It shocked his colleagues at the private school, too, and as for the ten-year-old girls who found him in his classroom in a pool of bodily fluids-they may have been traumatized for life.
Eve soon determines that Foster's homemade lunch was tainted with deadly ricin, and that Mr. Foster's colleagues have some startling secrets of their own. It's Eve's job to sort it out- and discover why someone would have done this to a man who seemed so inoffensive, so pleasant . . . so innocent.
Now Magdalena Percell . . . there's someone Eve can picture as a murder victim. Possibly at Eve's own hands. The slinky blonde-an old flame of her billionaire husband, Roarke-has arrived in New York, and she's anything but innocent. Roarke seems blind to Magdalena's manipulation, and he insists that the occasional lunch or business meeting with her is nothing to worry about . . . and none of Eve's business. Eve's so unnerved by the situation that she finds it hard to focus on her case. Still, she'll have to put aside her feelings, for a while at least-because another man has just turned up dead.
Eve knows all too well that innocence can be a faade. Keeping that in mind may help her solve this case at last. But it may also tear apart her marriage.
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 An Emotional Roller Coaster February 25, 2007
Cherise Everhard (Michigan, USA)
36 out of 40 found this review helpful
This is book # 28 in the In Death Series.
Right from page one J.D.Robb has the reader captivated as she spins her newest tale. She walks us through the victims last moments of life and then sets the graphic stage of his death. Each time I read an In Death book I am impressed at how well her words can create such vivid images in my head. It is so easy to get wrapped up and all consumed by one of her books. I don't know how she does it.
Eve Dallas, Lt. of the NYPSD, and her partner, Det. Delia Peabody are investigating the murder of a young teacher at a pricey private school. The staff and students are in shock and Eve can not find one motive for killing this man.
This book flowed a little differently to me than the previous books. Usually you have the homicide investigation as the center of the story and then the personal storylines either run side by side with the investigation or they play second fiddle. In Innocent In Death the personal issues between Eve and Roarke took center stage for me. For the first time in their relationship a woman from Roarke's past is really causing problems between the two of them. J.D. Robb takes the reader on a roller coaster ride of emotions, both Eve and Roarke's; you suffer with both of them.
It's hard to say anything about this book without giving away vital information. The homicide investigation takes some interesting twists and turns and it shocks and surprises. Summerset and Eve form one of their rare alliances in this book, and Eve shows a softer side of herself.
This would definitely rate as one of the top In Death books, so far. I can't remember feeling so much while reading one book. Between the gripping mystery and the front row seat to Roarke and Eve's marriage, it is impossible to be bored.
.Wow. February 21, 2007
I. Daco (Elmont, NY)
29 out of 31 found this review helpful
As always with any Nora Robert or JD Robb book, I finished this in one sitting! I just couldn't let go. I even went to the bathroom with it! (sorry for sharing)
I think out of all the books in the series this is my favorite. The emotional turmoil Eve went through because of that blonde tarts reappearance in Roarke's life really had me going! I just wanted to reach in and strangle her and smack some sense into Roarke. What I love about their relationship is that it's very well developed. Like what the other reviewers say there's none of the petty fights and stupid misunderstanding that are blown way out of proportion! Every motion in the relationship is well-developed and believable (a choreography that is executed beautifully). Even though, I wish Eve would have drop kicked the bimbo a lot sooner--she did what we all were begging for in the end! I just loved it!
As for the mystery, the turmoil between Eve and Roarke almost took precedence but I just love the twist and turns the book took me through! The end was not shocking, if you catch it quickly you already know who the killer is--but your in so much denial that you keep fighting the truth! It was in itself a very shocking ending!
A must read! Bravo!
An absolutley amazing addition to the series... February 22, 2007
iheartjackbauer
12 out of 14 found this review helpful
Lt. Eve Dallas is dispatched to Sarah Child Private Academy where she finds the body of teacher Craig Foster. Eve is stymied by the fact that she has a dead 26 year old teacher whom, by all accounts, was well loved by students and teachers alike. What looked like an accident at first inspection soon turns into murder when there is poison found in the victim's body. As Eve uncovers the secrets of Sarah Child Academy, she learns that not all is well within its' doors.
Eve is usually able to give her complete focus on the case at hand, especially when she has her husband Roarke to bounce ideas off of. Eve is completely unprepared when an old acquaintance of Roarke's, Magdelina Purcell, returns to his life after a fifteen year absence. What she is more surprised at is Roarke's reaction to the stunning blonde and his inability to see her for what she really is. At a time when she should be focused on her case, Eve is instead twisted in knots over her marriage and Roarke's involvement with the beautiful Magdelina. As for Roarke, he is insulted that Eve would ever doubt him and is determined not to turn a friend away because of his wife's petty jealously.
This is one of the best In Death books to date. From the blurb, you would think that there would be an emphasis on the situation at home between Eve and Roarke. That is not the case. It is amazing to me how JDR conveys the depths of Eve's feelings, during a time she can not stop to examine them. While Eve is torn up inside, she still has a murder to solve. There were times I really wanted to cry for Eve because you could just feel her pain coming straight out of the pages. The killer in this case is unlikely, but highly believable by the last page. Overall, this book is an amazing addition to the In Death series.
Relax, people...it's all good. February 20, 2007
J. Bergin (North Carolina)
24 out of 24 found this review helpful
Reader speculation about the marital discord between Eve and Roarke had me imagining all sorts of things about this book, but most of it was unfounded, and Eve and Roarke work through their troubles in the way we've come to expect them to: they talk it out, bare their souls, reassure one another, see the other's viewpoint, beat up a few droids, manhandle each other, and have wild monkey sex. Man, I love these guys.
But back to the story...
When grade-school teacher Craig Foster is found dead in his classroom from apparent poisoning, Eve is hard-pressed to determine a suspect. Fellow teachers, parents, caregivers, and students are all on her short-list, but no one is jumping out at her as a probable lead. The murder seems senseless and without a motive; the man seems as innocent as they come. Into the mix, on a personal front, arrives Magdelena Percell, an old flame of Roarke's. During their first meeting, Eve sees something on Roarke's face as he catches sight of Maggie that unnerves her, for it's a look that Eve's only ever seen directed at her. Maggie comes on strong, calling Roarke "lover" and making loaded references to their long-ago liaison. When they talk about it later that night, Roarke assures Eve that she's no reason to be jealous or concerned. The next morning, however, she overhears him making lunch plans with Maggie. Meanwhile, the case is progressing slowly until another teacher is found dead on school grounds, and the suspect list narrows. Putting the pieces together, Eve focuses on an unlikely suspect and her alarming suspicions are not well received by her commander or Dr. Mira.
This is a more personal story than some that have come before, so the secondary characters don't play as big a role as in past books. But still there are some satisfying scenes with Mira, Peabody, Mavis, Whitney and -- especially -- Summerset, who proves once and for all just how solidly fixed he is in Eve's corner. (It's great to see how much these two have come to care about each other, despite all their recreational sniping and insults. Despite their obvious differences, they're unified by their absolute devotion to Roarke.)
When I finished reading this book I was struck again by how well-crafted this series is. I love how the crime parallels with Eve's personal life and how the title reflects both sides of the story. I love how Eve and Roarke stay true to their characters as they deal with this new potential threat to their marriage. They don't squabble like children. They don't have temper tantrums and call each other names or behave stupidly in ways that will cause irreparable damage. Eve's feelings -- more fear than jealousy -- are perfectly understandable within the context of the story as it is laid out. Even Roarke's uncharacteristic obtuseness seems totally plausible in this case. And the resolution is equally characteristic of these two strong-willed, physical personalities.
Another great installment in a great series.
Eve Dallas is back!!! February 27, 2007
M. E. Newell (Marietta, Georgia, United States)
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
Craig Foster is beloved history teacher at the Sarah Child Academy, but someone has murder him. And in 2060 New York City, Lieutenant Eve Dallas is one the case. While everything seem right at Sarah Child, even upscale school holds many secrets. While Eve is dealing with the murder Magdelana Percell is back in New York and has her eyes on Roarke once again.
"Innocent in Death" is the 28th book in the "In Death" series by J.D. Robb and I have to say the best. While secondary characters don't get much time, there is great development in Eve and Roarke. Its great to see so much emotions in Eve. Can't wait for the next book. Note To Ms. Robb, you should write a companion book so readers can keep up with all of the characters.
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