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whatthefawkes's review against another edition
5.0
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I received this arc from the publisher in exchange for a review.
I will always be in awe of this series and the journey it has come, remaining a tightly plotted and action-packed series with superb character development and a writing style that never seems to falter. In other words, Robb knows how to write a book well, damn well, and goddamn well. You know you'll always be in for a kicker.
Apprentice in Death is the 43rd instalment of this series, and one fans won't be disappointed with. Apprentice in Death follows the hunt for a Long-Distance Serial Killer (LDSK) that targets - what on the surface appears to be - random civilians, but Eve senses a deeper motive behind the killings. She must familiarise herself with the weapon, search for a motive beneath a pile of bodies and end this spree before there has been too much loss of life.
Robb somehow has a knack for making us forget that this is a series set 50+ years in the future. The crime evidenced in this book is one that makes you have to stop and breathe. A crime that could potentially be perceived as one of the most deadly in the series as its one that you'd never see coming until its over. For many victims, there was no motive. No one had ordered their death. They were simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. Murder like that, I find, is murder that's often too hard to swallow. Life taken for no other reason than to be taken, to make an impact, a number on a tally.
There are a number of scenes littered throughout this instalment between Eve and a number of characters that will truly warm your heart and remind you why you fell in love with all of these characters to begin with. They are squad goals. Every last one of them.
Apprentice In Death will keep you intrigued with the complexity of its plot. Have you turning the pages as quickly as your eyes can digest every last word, anticipating every move, waiting for the final showdown. And once you've finished, you'll retreat quietly into Post-In Death depression, counting down the days until February 7th, 2017.
I received this arc from the publisher in exchange for a review.
I will always be in awe of this series and the journey it has come, remaining a tightly plotted and action-packed series with superb character development and a writing style that never seems to falter. In other words, Robb knows how to write a book well, damn well, and goddamn well. You know you'll always be in for a kicker.
Apprentice in Death is the 43rd instalment of this series, and one fans won't be disappointed with. Apprentice in Death follows the hunt for a Long-Distance Serial Killer (LDSK) that targets - what on the surface appears to be - random civilians, but Eve senses a deeper motive behind the killings. She must familiarise herself with the weapon, search for a motive beneath a pile of bodies and end this spree before there has been too much loss of life.
Robb somehow has a knack for making us forget that this is a series set 50+ years in the future. The crime evidenced in this book is one that makes you have to stop and breathe. A crime that could potentially be perceived as one of the most deadly in the series as its one that you'd never see coming until its over. For many victims, there was no motive. No one had ordered their death. They were simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. Murder like that, I find, is murder that's often too hard to swallow. Life taken for no other reason than to be taken, to make an impact, a number on a tally.
There are a number of scenes littered throughout this instalment between Eve and a number of characters that will truly warm your heart and remind you why you fell in love with all of these characters to begin with. They are squad goals. Every last one of them.
Apprentice In Death will keep you intrigued with the complexity of its plot. Have you turning the pages as quickly as your eyes can digest every last word, anticipating every move, waiting for the final showdown. And once you've finished, you'll retreat quietly into Post-In Death depression, counting down the days until February 7th, 2017.
tobyyy's review against another edition
4.0
Another good addition to the Eve Dallas series. I’m glad that I picked up this series — I’m enjoying them way more than I thought I would! The psychology behind this particular novel wasn’t bad, either — usually I get irritated by authors’ lack of research when they have a psychotic or sociopathic character, but Robb/Roberts did much better than average! (Thankfully.)
erinnejc's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this book. I have enjoyed all of the books in this series I have read, and I would recommend them all to others. Really great plot and continuing cast of characters.
jazzrizz's review against another edition
5.0
This was a tough case. Scary, and relevant to current events.
Roarke is awesome, like always. I loved the home redecorating interspersed throughout the book. Eve & Summerset have a wonderful connection.
Stress causes a bit of friction between Eve & Roarke, and it was nice to see their (brief) sniping at each other ... and realizing what they're doing. Such a sigh-worthy couple.
Peabody and the rest of the gang are on point. . . and Bella turned One!!
Roarke is awesome, like always. I loved the home redecorating interspersed throughout the book. Eve & Summerset have a wonderful connection.
Stress causes a bit of friction between Eve & Roarke, and it was nice to see their (brief) sniping at each other ... and realizing what they're doing. Such a sigh-worthy couple.
Peabody and the rest of the gang are on point. . . and Bella turned One!!
booksnorkel's review against another edition
Eh. I'm reading these to see how the series ends. I'm hoping if it's not book #45 then book #50. I enjoyed the psychological view of the murderer, and how all of this went down, it was nice that we don't have to rely upon Eve having 'feelings' to solve the cases. For those who have read the rest.
bethanyread's review against another edition
4.0
Good book; got at the library as I never re-read the JD Robb books. Still enjoy reading them. Enjoyed the birthday party at the end with the brief glimpse of many characters from previous books as well as the bookshelf with special memorabilia.
justheatherreading's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
mvptp's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I absolutely loved this book. It was intense, fast paced, sad, emotional. One of my favorites from the series
raeanne's review against another edition
5.0
Another lovely procedural down. Some more of the background characters came back, which was nice. Obviously going to be continuing as soon as my library holds come through.