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Salvation in Death (In Death) | 
| Author: J.d. Robb
Creator: Susan Ericksen
Publisher: Brilliance Audio on CD Unabridged
Category: Book
List Price: $38.99
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Rating:  50 reviews
Sales Rank: 149975
Format: Audiobook, Cd, Unabridged
Media: Audio CD
Edition: Unabridged
Number Of Items: 11
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 6.9 x 5.1 x 1.5
ISBN: 1423337573
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.54
EAN: 9781423337577
Publication Date: November 1, 2008
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Product Description
In the year 2060, cutting-edge investigative tools can help catch a killer. But there are some questions even the most advanced technologies cannot answer. . . .
At the most solemn moment of a Catholic funeral Mass, the priest brings the chalice to his lips. Seconds later, he is dead on the altar.
For the mourners packed into the pews, Father Miguel Flores's sudden demise is an unimaginable shock. When Detective Lieutenant Eve Dallas confirms that the consecrated wine contained enough potassium cyanide to kill a rhino, she's prepared to plunge in and find out why, despite her discomfort with her surroundings. It's not the bodegas and pawnshops of East Harlem that bother her; it's all that holiness flying around St. Cristobal's that makes her uneasy.
The autopsy reveals scars from knife wounds, a removed tattoo, and evidence of plastic surgery, suggesting "Father Flores" may not have been the man his parishioners thought. Now, as Eve pieces together clues that suggest identity theft, gang connections, and a deeply personal act of revenge, she hopes to track down whoever committed this unholy act. Until a second murder - in front of an even larger crowd of worshippers - knocks the whole investigation sideways.
The way Eve sees it, vengeance may be the Lord's business, but if there's going to be any earthly justice in this case, it's up to her.
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 Part great, part phoned in November 12, 2008
28 out of 31 found this review helpful
How the mystery is laid out, and the final take down are very consistent with every other book in the series and quite well done. Because one of these murders brings up an ethical question related to Marlena's death, Eve and Roarke end up delving into that situation, and how things rippled out from his form of justice. There are at least two great discussions between Eve and Roarke, two wonderful love/sex scenes that really stand out (one quite funny), and some funny bits of dialog concerning Mira and a purse, Eve and learning the rhumba, Peabody and donuts, coffee or food in general, and a touching moment involving petunias (which Eve had in her wedding bouquet).
Now for the drawbacks. Unlike every other book in the series, the use of the supporting characters is kept to an absolute minimum if they're shown at all (Charles and Louise). Peabody is shown the most but less than usual, and Mira, McNab, Nadine, Feeney, Mavis, Baxter, Trueheart and even Summerset are reduced to plot points. We see more of Ariel, a woman that Eve saved in a previous book, than we do those who are nearest and dearest. Roarke has invested in her cake business, she's brought a stunning one by for Eve, and she's already working on Charles and Louise's wedding cake.
Speaking of Charles and Louise. Their wedding is at Eve and Roarke's, and the wedding shower is mentioned as something that Eve will be hosting but will only have to show up for...and that's it. We didn't get Eve & Roarke's wedding, and it looks like this isn't something the reader will be a part of either.
Another reviewer said that she'd like to see more conflict between Eve & Roarke given their clashing personalities, but I disagree. They've already worked out a lot of their issues after nearly two years of marriage, and I'd rather not repeat a whole variety of things that have been dealt with. For a less-extreme example, in a few books Eve has an insecure moment where she wonders why Roarke is with her, and after the first time, he starts getting frustrated and then angry. He views it as an insult of not only herself but of him, and that should be so over by now. IMO we'll always have the clash of her black/white and his gray standards, but we don't need to see them in every book with every case.
Super November 5, 2008
20 out of 22 found this review helpful
I loved it.
The book is more about the crime rather than any development of the interpersonal relationships from the In-Death series. Roarke and Peabody are there of course, with a few glimpses of Mira, Mavis, Nadine, Sommerset, as well mentions of other fav characters like Charles and Louise.
I loved the way Lt Dallas goes about solving the crime. I even loved the mini story-in-story about the mega church and its preacher. The premise was was good and of course Ms Robert's expertise in weaving magic with her words is well known.
Why four stars then, and not five? *****SPOILER ALERT***** In the beginning of the book the victim is portrayed as a gray character, someone who has apparently talked about the possibility of redemption for past sins with a colleague in the church, someone who feels strongly about an abused child that he would risk giving up his cover to protect her. As the story unfolds, we see the character as a cold and calculating monster. While I understand that sometimes you can find both personalities in the same individual, I felt that I was reading about 2 different people, not the same person with major defects and some redeeming traits.
But I will say this again, I loved the book. I loved the little scenes between E and R when they are discussing religion. Roarke is majorly uncomfortable with it and he comes across as cutely imperfect. I am glad. He was being painted as SO PERFECT, it was getting annoying.
Next - Suite 606, and then Promises In death in February.
 I loved the audio version! Best J.D. Robb yet!!! November 4, 2008
11 out of 15 found this review helpful
How does she do it? How does J.D. Robb/Nora Roberts come up with all these attention-grabbing stories? That's what I enjoy so much about J.D. Robb and the Lt. Eve Dallas series, you just can't stop listening.
I pre-ordered the unabridged 13-hour Salvation In Death CD edition which is read by Susan Erickson. I wanted to listen to this book as soon as possible, I couldn't wait. Susan Erickson does a great job of reading this book. She makes it a true production! She is a talented actor who can make the voice of each character sound unique and believable. I enjoy listening to the J.D. Robb series far more than reading it just because of Susan Erickson. Honestly, you just don't want to stop listening.
I believe Salvation In Death is one of the best in the J.D. Robb series. I thoroughly enjoyed the well-woven story line with its fast moving twists and turns. As always, I especially appreciate the well-developed relationships. I found myself laughing out loud at Dallas and Peabody on several occasions. Nora Roberts certainly knows how to write powerful and realistic dialogue filled with real-life emotion.
Susan Erickson reading Salvation in Death held my attention for the full 13 hours of listening. That's very high praise! This book is a thoughtful and intriguing read/listen. I thoroughly enjoyed the unabridged CD version and highly recommend it. Great job J.D. Robb!!!
Is Dallas Mellowing???? November 9, 2008
10 out of 12 found this review helpful
Was it just me, or did Eve seem to be mellowing in this book? If this was Robb's intention, then I applaud it. I like to see characters evolve, grow, change, develop.
Dallas didn't seem to be clawed as horribly by her demons as in past books. More evidence of growth. Another reviewer mentioned that this book was more about the crime and less about the characters. That's okay. The characters are all compelling.
 Not in her usual style November 12, 2008
10 out of 14 found this review helpful
I do not see J.D. Robb's usual style in this book. The reading of it did not flow, there was not a lot of character development. It almost felt like a synopsis. Her use of discriptives varied from previous books, words she has used almost exclusively in past books were changed.
During the reading of the book I had envisioned a different and more satisfying reason for the main murder. One that would have reflected how the man had changed. I also missed the usual cast of characters, their use in this book seemed almost an afterthought.
I hope the next book will return the her usual great style.
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