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Nora Roberts Mystery Box Set: Mind Over Matter\Treasures Lost, Treasures Found\The Art of Deception\Risky Business
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bestselling author Nora Roberts comes four fan favorite stories of romance and intrigue! MIND OVER MATTERDavid Brady needs a star for his documentary on paranormal psychology. When he finds out theatrical agent A.J. Fields has a psychic for a client, he's thrilled. David knows that A.J.'s icy exterior is just a front. He's determined to discover what secrets she's hiding...but he might just find more than he bargained for!TREASURES LOST, TREASURES FOUNDWhen Kate Hardesty inherits a pile of her late father's ocean charts she must turn to Ky Silver, the man she swore she'd never trust again. It's a treacherous dive into the depths of the ocean, and Ky is the only one willing to help. But working with Ky means finding a priceless treasure Kate hadn't known she'd lost....THE ART OF DECEPTIONWhen the handsome Adam Haines shows up at Kirby Fairchild's ancestral home looking for a quiet place to paint, she's more than skeptical. As the nights wear on Kirby can't help but feel drawn to him. But when Adam begins to act suspiciously, Kirby must uncover his real purpose at her father's home...before it's too late. RISKY BUSINESSLiz Palmer's idyllic life in Cozumel has comes to a jarring halt when her employee is murdered and his brother storms into Liz's life with revenge in his heart. Suddenly Liz is plunged into the dangerous world, and she discovers how impossible it is to resist both the mystery...and the passionate man trying to solve it.Previously Published.
735 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 1, 2017
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Nora Roberts
1,209 books59.8k followersNora Roberts is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than 200 novels, including Hideaway, Under Currents, Come Sundown, The Awakening, Legacy, and coming in November 2021 -- The Becoming -- the second book in The Dragon Heart Legacy. She is also the author of the futuristic suspense In Death series written under the pen name J.D. Robb. There are more than 500 million copies of her books in print.
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November 12, 2018
Classic Nora
These 4 of her older stories stand up pretty well. The most obvious older note being the lack of cell phones!
Both the men and women are strong in their own right. The mysteries aren’t terribly hard to figure out, but make an enjoyable read.
One funny note-there is a tv show named Empire in one story. Although it’s not the same one as now, it’s still a big, glitzy melodrama.
These 4 of her older stories stand up pretty well. The most obvious older note being the lack of cell phones!
Both the men and women are strong in their own right. The mysteries aren’t terribly hard to figure out, but make an enjoyable read.
One funny note-there is a tv show named Empire in one story. Although it’s not the same one as now, it’s still a big, glitzy melodrama.
January 29, 2019
Nora Roberts does it again
Each of the stories in this anthology is classic Nora Roberts. No matter how much I analyze the first pages of each book, I cannot figure out how Nora Roberts hooks me into each story within the first two or three paragraphs. The settings, the characters and the action pull me along. I think I’d spend days not sleeping because i don’t want to stop reading.
Each book is a polished story where all the elements come together: the villains are just bad enough with making me uncomfortable, the children are precocious without being obnoxious and the main characters are people I would love to because friends with. With most anthologies, I find myself wanting to rush over some stories that are not my favorites, but not this set. Each one had a detailed description of the uniqueness of the location and ambition and enjoyment of the work the main characters did. The resolution of each problem fit, not just the situation but the characters and their personalities.
An outstanding set of books.
Each of the stories in this anthology is classic Nora Roberts. No matter how much I analyze the first pages of each book, I cannot figure out how Nora Roberts hooks me into each story within the first two or three paragraphs. The settings, the characters and the action pull me along. I think I’d spend days not sleeping because i don’t want to stop reading.
Each book is a polished story where all the elements come together: the villains are just bad enough with making me uncomfortable, the children are precocious without being obnoxious and the main characters are people I would love to because friends with. With most anthologies, I find myself wanting to rush over some stories that are not my favorites, but not this set. Each one had a detailed description of the uniqueness of the location and ambition and enjoyment of the work the main characters did. The resolution of each problem fit, not just the situation but the characters and their personalities.
An outstanding set of books.
February 13, 2019
Oldies but goodies.
Enjoyed these early Nora stories. I started them because one of my first vacations early in my almost adult life was to Ocracoke. I have been back there many times but this story reminded me of how it was there more than 50 years ago. The other 3 stories came along for the ride. Have read many of Ms. Roberts books, and have liked and them all. She just keeps improving kind of like fine wine
Enjoyed these early Nora stories. I started them because one of my first vacations early in my almost adult life was to Ocracoke. I have been back there many times but this story reminded me of how it was there more than 50 years ago. The other 3 stories came along for the ride. Have read many of Ms. Roberts books, and have liked and them all. She just keeps improving kind of like fine wine
March 2, 2019
Great as always! I love all the twist and turns in her books. Once you start reading you can't put them down. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves adventure and true romance!!.
Great as always! I love all the twist and turns in her books. Once you start reading you can't put them down. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves adventure and true romance!!.
Great as always! I love all the twist and turns in her books. Once you start reading you can't put them down. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves adventure and true romance!!.
July 30, 2020
Forever a favorite author
I have read almost all of JDRobb's books, her AKA name, even collected most and almost cried when we downsized and I had to donate them to my local library. I read her romance series borrowing from my library. Still collecting her books from Kindle, a favorite, favorite author.
I have read almost all of JDRobb's books, her AKA name, even collected most and almost cried when we downsized and I had to donate them to my local library. I read her romance series borrowing from my library. Still collecting her books from Kindle, a favorite, favorite author.
July 9, 2018
not her best work. these hold up pretty well evern though they were written 30 years ago but
i fond my self bored with 3 of the 4 books in this set. the art of deception was the best of the 4
i fond my self bored with 3 of the 4 books in this set. the art of deception was the best of the 4
November 13, 2018
Loved Every Word!
I have been a Nora Roberts can for years....and I am 83!
She writes to any reader, and for all readers!
She has a great heart, and deep knowledge of how life can be, no matter how it started out!
I have been a Nora Roberts can for years....and I am 83!
She writes to any reader, and for all readers!
She has a great heart, and deep knowledge of how life can be, no matter how it started out!
March 27, 2019
Always count on Nora Roberts!
Nora Roberts is one of my favorite writers. She never disappoints. Totally enjoy het trilogies. Writing as JD Robb with her "in Death" series takes you in a different direction, but still just as enjoyable.
Nora Roberts is one of my favorite writers. She never disappoints. Totally enjoy het trilogies. Writing as JD Robb with her "in Death" series takes you in a different direction, but still just as enjoyable.
June 10, 2020
Great book set
All of these books were very good! The last book I really enjoyed and stayed up late one night to try to finish it but just could.not do it. I would highly recommend any of these books especially the last one.
All of these books were very good! The last book I really enjoyed and stayed up late one night to try to finish it but just could.not do it. I would highly recommend any of these books especially the last one.
September 1, 2020
Nora Roberts always satisfies
These four tales author Nora Roberts originally published in the mid-eighties stand the test of time. Entertaining stories, great characters, fun to read.
These four tales author Nora Roberts originally published in the mid-eighties stand the test of time. Entertaining stories, great characters, fun to read.
January 23, 2022
Mystery Box Set
Enjoyed the 4 books gave 4 stars, because only “The Art of Deception” and “Risky Business” were mysteries. “Treasures Lost, Treasures Found” involved a treasure hunt but didn’t have a mystery.
Enjoyed the 4 books gave 4 stars, because only “The Art of Deception” and “Risky Business” were mysteries. “Treasures Lost, Treasures Found” involved a treasure hunt but didn’t have a mystery.
May 25, 2022
4 Stories
I didn't like the first story but realized that it was a completely different book than I had been reading lately. So I plowed on. Each book got better until the fourth book which was very good. I'm glad I read all four and hope you will too. Happy Reading!
I didn't like the first story but realized that it was a completely different book than I had been reading lately. So I plowed on. Each book got better until the fourth book which was very good. I'm glad I read all four and hope you will too. Happy Reading!
November 22, 2018
Always enjoy Nora!
Nora Roberts never disappoints. Great books to read to escape, relax, just enjoy some quiet time and reset your optimism meter!
Nora Roberts never disappoints. Great books to read to escape, relax, just enjoy some quiet time and reset your optimism meter!
January 17, 2019
Please see individual stories for review.
January 23, 2019
Disappointed
Roberts has done better. I bought the box set under the impression there was more then one story. If there is i can,t find disappointed or them.
Roberts has done better. I bought the box set under the impression there was more then one story. If there is i can,t find disappointed or them.
January 23, 2019
Enjoyable read.
The stories were nice and entertaining. I like that they are not drawn out. It’s a nice quick read any day of the week.
The stories were nice and entertaining. I like that they are not drawn out. It’s a nice quick read any day of the week.
January 28, 2019
Not bad but not her best work.
Not bad but not her best work. I only paid $2.99 for the set so I got my monies worth.
Not bad but not her best work. I only paid $2.99 for the set so I got my monies worth.
March 7, 2019
Enjoyed
I'm not usually into books with a love story, but I enjoyed it mixed in with a good murder and mystery
I'm not usually into books with a love story, but I enjoyed it mixed in with a good murder and mystery
March 28, 2019
Love the heroes on Nora Roberts books
The book lived up to a “romantic mystery” description. I liked the main characters. This was an easy and enjoyable read.
The book lived up to a “romantic mystery” description. I liked the main characters. This was an easy and enjoyable read.
October 31, 2019
Really disappointed ☹️ I like Nora Roberts books but I bought the box set expecting 4 mysteries not 2 romance books. The first 2 had no mystery at all.
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December 5, 2019
Great books
I really enjoyed reading all the books in this series. Nora writes passionately and her stories just take you away to a new dimension
I really enjoyed reading all the books in this series. Nora writes passionately and her stories just take you away to a new dimension
July 8, 2023
Good Read
I liked this series of books very much. Especially Risky Business. The rest we’re really good but I liked this one the best.
I liked this series of books very much. Especially Risky Business. The rest we’re really good but I liked this one the best.
December 26, 2023
All great stories. These are all from the 80's and 90's.
January 4, 2025
Great collection. Enjoyed them all. Nora Roberts remains a favorite.
September 4, 2019
It was interesting but I felt the tomance
It was interesting but the romance part was too long
And it was like the book before except different partners
It was interesting but the romance part was too long
And it was like the book before except different partners
September 30, 2019
3.5 stars, rounded up. I was so looking forward to giving this collection a solid 4 stars. The women are all strong and independent, and the men complement the rather than dominating them. The settings are also a bit unusual, with enough well-researched detail to make them interesting without bogging down the narrative.
Unfortunately, all of these strengths disappeared part way through the last book in the set. It contains several off-putting technical errors (for example, Isla Mujeres is over 50 sea miles from Cozumel - too far for half-day expeditions by boat). Most disappointingly, after a promising start, the hero steamrollers his lady, and she accepts it.
Unfortunately, all of these strengths disappeared part way through the last book in the set. It contains several off-putting technical errors (for example, Isla Mujeres is over 50 sea miles from Cozumel - too far for half-day expeditions by boat). Most disappointingly, after a promising start, the hero steamrollers his lady, and she accepts it.
May 24, 2019
Another great read
Love her characters they are always interesting!! You never know what is awaits you on the next page!! She never disappoints
Love her characters they are always interesting!! You never know what is awaits you on the next page!! She never disappoints
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April 1, 2019Could not get into the characters
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