Naked in Death (In Death, Book 1) |  | Author: J. D. Robb
Publisher: Berkley
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Dimensions (in): 6.9 x 4.2 x 0.9
ISBN: 0425148297
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Publication Date: July 1, 1995
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In the very first novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling series, Eve Dallas gets involved with Roarke, a suspect in her latest murder case. But passion and seduction have rules all their own.
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 Well-Written but Too Gory September 3, 2010
Moth Ella
So, I finally broke down and read the first "In Death" book by Nora Roberts. Seems like every romance site on the web just LOVES these books (and Nora Roberts in general) so I thought I'd give it a try when I saw a used copy at my local (and FABULOUS) bookstore. Especially since I'm now committed to the Summer of SFR.
I'd tried one Nora Roberts book before (Carnal Innocence) and I watched 3 out of the 4 TV movies that were adaptations of her work last year on Lifetime. And I must say I have noticed a pervasive trend towards incest and rape in her work. Really graphic, really horrifying. More often than not, it's more than I would want to sign up for. I knew the In Death books continued this theme (like a LOT), but I figured if I totally loved the characters I might want to put up with it.
So, what was my final verdict you ask? Well, Naked in Death was actually pretty good. I enjoyed it more than Carnal Innocence for sure.
Fair warning: the In Death books are so famous and have been out for so long, that I'm not really worrying about spoilers as far as the romantic relationship goes.
Naked in Death is the first in the massive In Death series starring Eve Dallas and her (eventual) husband Roarke (you know, like Madonna). Eve is a police lieutenant with a dark and mysterious past, and an almost religious devotion to serving the Law. The series is set in a near-future world where prostitutes are legal, real coffee is extremely rare, and all firearms have been banned.
So, when a dead prostitute is found brutally gunned down in her own apartment, Eve goes looking for a man rich enough to own such an expensive and prized antique as a handgun-- and ruthless enough to use it on an unarmed naked woman. Someone like the multi-millionaire Roarke. As Eve pursues leads in the case, she finds herself drawn against all her good sense to the searingly handsome and preternaturally charming Roarke-- even though he's still a suspect.
I liked the hero, Rourke, a lot. He had great banter with Eve. He really is a prototypical, Alpha-male sex-bomb. I loved that he keeps Eve's button as a souvenir. That was adorable, and it was a lovely character touch when he sent Eve coffee instead of flowers. I totally wouldn't mind a tumble on that big floating bed of his.He makes for a VERY attractive and charming hero. He's obviously one of the reasons this series is so popular.
Oddly enough, his all-around awesomeness was actually a bit of a problem for me at times. It was one of those cases where he was so rich, so handsome (almost ridiculously so in both cases), he could have any woman he wanted, so why was he with the police detective who's not that pretty and kept pushing him away?
I guess I'm not a fan of the 'She's the only woman who's ever said no to him, which makes him fall for her' trope. That wasn't exactly the case here, but it was close enough to bother me a little. It just felt like they were Roarke's feelings for Eve moved at warp-speed, and I didn't necessarily see the justification for that in their interactions.
Also, there was a bit too much police procedural for me at times, which made the plot lag. The humor was great, though. Really funny at parts. I did like the banter between Rourke and the heroine, Eve, and the secondary characters were fairly well-drawn and interesting-- especially Eve's boss and her partner. The writing itself was really smooth too.
One aspect of the book that really shone for me was the near future world-building. It was excellent, subtle, with some clever touches like the handgun ban and the value of real coffee. I also thought the logistics of widespread legalized prostitution were well-thought out and convincing. I also liked how the concept of space stations and space travel was so subtly alluded to, it was as commonplace as the coffee.
I knew going into this that it would be a fairly violent book and, as expected, there was lots of the disturbing stuff here. Incest. LOTS of rape. Children being killed horribly. And I know from reviews the rest of the series has more of the same. So, ultimately, although this book really was very good, I don't think I want to sign up for thirty more books of that.
Overall, Naked in Death is a really solid book. Great characters, engaging plot, well-written with great world-building. I can totally see why Nora Roberts sells so many books. And yet, unfortunately, the violence is such I just can't see myself becoming a big fan of hers or reading any of the other In Death books (or even re-reading NID).
But, if you think you can handle the levels of violence and gore in this series I do highly recommend it for the writing and the characters.
Grade: B+
 Naked in Death August 27, 2010
ejaygirl (Greensboro NC USA)
It took me years to begin reading this series after being asked to do so by others. I couldn't have been more surprised!!! Couldn't put the book down and promptly ordered the rest in ebook format. It was so addictive that I finished the series in two months. However, I keep coming back to the first. This is a sexy, mysterious and interesting read. You cannot help but love the main characters, Lt. Eve Dallas and Roarke. You'll also appreciate the secondary characters that are added throughout the series. Love this series and it was well worth the wait.
Captivating! August 19, 2010
DoubleDog
Just discovered this series and can't read them fast enough. Excellent easy reading....draws you right in and holds your attention til the end. And then you can't wait to go to the next in the series. Great escape reading.
Fantastic series for all adult ages! July 26, 2010
Colleen
My mother in law introduced the In Death series to me and we both have fallen in love with the characters. We are always on pins and needles waiting for the next one to come out!
 Love the series! July 26, 2010
Janet D. Baxter
Even listening to them out of order they are still very good books. It is nice to 'get to know' the characters and all their interactions. Makes for a more interesting book if you are already aware of the players.
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