Narrator Susan Ericksen's performance vibrates with energy, as she portrays old and new characters in this series."— AudioFile on Desperation in Death , an Earphones Award winner. Homicide Detective Eve Dallas hunts a killer who turns a wedding party into a murder scene in the next novel by the #1 New York Times bestselling author, J.D. Robb, Passions in Death.

On a hot August night, Lt. Eve Dallas and her husband, Roarke, speed through the streets of Manhattan to the Down and Dirty club, where a joyful, boisterous pre-wedding girls’ night out has turned into a murder scene. One of the brides lies in a pool of blood, garroted in a private room where she was preparing a surprise for her fiancée—two scrimped and saved-for tickets to Hawaii.

Despite the dozens of people present, useful witnesses are hard to come by. It all brings back some bad memories for Eve who once suffered an assault in the very same room—but she’d been able to fight back and survive. She’d gotten justice.

And now she needs to provide some for poor young Erin. Eve knows that the level of violence and the apparent premeditation involved suggest a volatile mix of hidden, heated passion and ice-cold calculation. This is a crime that can be countered only by hard detective work and relentless dedication—and Eve will not stop until she finds the killer who destroyed this couple’s dreams before the honeymoon even began....

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The latest addition to the acclaimed In Death series, "Passions in Death," sees Lieutenant Eve Dallas navigating her most challenging case yet. Set in a futuristic New York City, Eve faces a harrowing investigation teeming with passion, betrayal, and intrigue. As the stakes get higher, Eve's determination to seek justice is tested by new complexities woven into personal and professional relationships.

This gripping novel promises a rich tapestry of mystery, intense emotions, and pivotal moments that upend everything Eve thought she knew.

Eve Dallas confronts a perilous investigation that uncovers dark secrets. Complex relationships challenge Eve's pursuit of justice and truth. Themes of passion and betrayal are expertly woven into a suspenseful narrative.

In "Passions in Death Lieutenant Eve Dallas finds herself embroiled in a case that could tear apart the very fabric of everything she holds dear. When a prominent figure is murdered under mysterious circumstances Eve plunges into the depths of the human psyche navigating desires that both entangle and propel her. With each clue she unravels Eve becomes more ensnared in a web of duplicity and longing.

Her relentless pursuit of the truth compels her to confront her vulnerabilities risking her career relationships and her own sense of self. It is a race against time and emotions as she sifts through a world of passion and vice. As she delves deeper Eve must decide who she can trust and who is set against her.

Old alliances crumble and unexpected support comes from the unlikeliest of places. This tension-filled narrative is enhanced by Robb's masterful storytelling offering readers an evocative journey through the heart of human desires. Passions in Death" promises an exhilarating blend of thrilling suspense and introspection capturing the essence of the In Death series.

It challenges readers to ponder the lengths one might go to in the name of love revenge and ultimately justice.

This novel boasts a sophisticated interplay of passion and crime against the backdrop of an intricate futuristic setting that feels vividly real An intense focus on character development ensures the story remains emotionally engaging allowing readers to delve deeper into Eve's evolving relationships and personal challenges The seamless blend of action mystery and emotional depth will captivate both new readers and long-time fans ensuring a deeply immersive reading experience.