J.D. Robb discussion

Conspiracy in Death is the next book in the series. Our buddy read begins Sept. 1 and this will be come a Spoiler Zone on Sept. 8.

Plot Summary
With the precision of a surgeon, a serial killer preys on the most vulnerable souls of the world's city streets. The first victim: a Sidewalk Sleeper, found dead in New York City. No bruises, no signs of struggle. Just a laser-perfect, fist-sized hole where his heart had once been. Lieutenant Eve Dallas is assigned to investigate. But in the heat of a cat-and-mouse game with the killer, Dallas's job is suddenly on the line. Now her hands are tied. . .between a struggle for justice - and a fight for her career. . .

Timeline Jan. 12, 2059 - Jan. 22, 2059

Conspiracy Map - Beware Spoilers!

Additional Covers

Trivia:
Officer Troy Trueheart is introduced.
IAB Lieutenant Donald Webster is introduced.
Roarke gives Eve a stuffed cat that looks like Galahad.
Dr. Louise Dimatto is introduced.

Character List:
Eve Dallas
Roarke
Ryan Feeney
Mavis Freestone
Nadine Furst
Leonardo
Ian McNab
Charlotte Mira
Delia Peabody
Lawrence Summerset
Jack Whitney
David Baxter
Louise Dimatto
Galahad
Charles Monroe
Morris
Harrison Tibble
Troy Trueheart
Donald Webster
List of Minor & Pheripheral Characters Appearing in this Book:
(view spoiler)[Ellen Bowers
Jilessa Brown
Colin Cagney
Carmine
Marie DuBois
Gimp
Jan
Detective Kimiki
Ledo
Karen McRae
Wilson McRae
Detective Rosswell
Lieutenant Sawyer
Hans Vanderhaven
Michael Waverly
Tia Wo
Bradley Young
Captain Desevres
Westley Friend
Leclerk
Lida
Lucille Mendez
Mandy
Jasper Mott
Samuel Michael Petrinsky (Snooks)
Erin Spindler
Larin Stevens
Fawn Vanderhaven
Brian Waylan
Carlotta Zemway (hide spoiler)]

A Teaser Quote!

Inside Roarke's Stargazer 5000X sports car, Eve engages the computer:
Computer: Computer Engaged. How may I assist you?
As it was the same husky female voice he'd installed in her home unit, Eve felt obliged to give him a baleful stare.
Eve: "Who the hell is this?"
Roarke: "You don't recognize it, do you?"
Eve: "Should I?"
Roarke: "It's you, darling. After sex."
Eve: "Get out."

Starting Sept. 1! Are you ready for more?

YAY!! This is one I've read! Ready to participate in a live discussion for a change! :-)

In my top 5

Finished this one a couple of weeks ago. Gonna do a quick refresh and then I'll be ready to go!

Dawn wrote: "In my top 5"

It ranks high on my list also!

Good to hear you're ready to go, Jeanette & Rangergirl. I'm ready too! :)

Yay! Another of my favs! I'll be ready...

One of my favorites of the series....Love this one and even though it hasn't been that long since i read it I will be listening to it again.

I am ready and waiting:)

This was one of my go to reads. Can't wait to start. But I'll wait till 6 August Then it's not so a long wait for open discussions.

Mine too, Michelle...it's one I read over & over. I'll start yet another reread by this weekend.

Starting this one tonight! Why do I never tire of reading/listening to these again!? lol

Hi ladies, I've been so busy I didn't have time to participate. I'm going to catch up with the series and be ready to discuss. This is one of my favorites.

listening to this one now

It know what you mean Sandra. I don't think I'll ever tire of Eve and Roarke. At and the whole gang really.

Sharon wrote: "Hi ladies, I've been so busy I didn't have time to participate. I'm going to catch up with the series and be ready to discuss. This is one of my favorites."

Missed you, Sharon! Hope you can join us on this one. :)

Open discussions begin in 5 days!! WooHoo! This is a top five of the series pick for so many people. Can't wait to see what our new readers think. And, as always, love rehashing with other re-readers also.

I'm looking forward to the read -- as a first timer. See you after the eighth!

Charlene wrote: "I'm looking forward to the read -- as a first timer. See you after the eighth!"

Oh Yay! I think you'll love it!

I saw this and thought. OMG this is one of Roarke's cars. https://www.facebook.com/dreamcarz1/v...

Reading now, I really love these stories!

Also reading it now. Wish I didn't have to work today.

I finished the book and I thought it was good

Well it's raining cats and dogs. Perfect day to start reading CiD . . .

Finished it and loved, loved loved it! One of the best in the series I think! The relationship between Roarke and Eve is to die for.

Phrynne, this is my most favorite book in the series. I had a feeling you'd love it, too.

Started today.

Sharon wrote: "I saw this and thought. OMG this is one of Roarke's cars. https://www.facebook.com/dreamcarz1/v..."

Love it!

Sharon wrote: "I saw this and thought. OMG this is one of Roarke's cars. https://www.facebook.com/dreamcarz1/v..."

How cool, Sharon! :)

Jonetta wrote: "Phrynne, this is my most favorite book in the series. I had a feeling you'd love it, too."

LIKE!!!!

We'll start open discussions day after tomorrow! Are you ready? :)

Haven't started yet. Every time I sit down someone comes in to ask something. And I want to read undisturbed. But I think they message has gone on it. I'M READING PEOPLE!!!! Eve and Roarke only.

LOL Michelle!! How annoying! Hopefully, they've gotten the message! *haha*

Sandra ~ ♥ Cross My Heart ♥ wrote: "We'll start open discussions day after tomorrow! Are you ready? :)"

Always ready to talk about In Death books!! :-) I did love Conspiracy! I just finished my re-read not long ago so it should be fresh in my brain.

Michelle wrote: "Haven't started yet. Every time I sit down someone comes in to ask something. And I want to read undisturbed. But I think they message has gone on it. I'M READING PEOPLE!!!! Eve and Roarke only."

I can totally relate Michelle. Love your attitude. You go girl!!

This is now a Spoiler Zone. Feel free to discuss Conspiracy in Death openly

Conspiracy ranks at or near the top for many fans of the ID series. What do you think makes this book so highly rated among readers? Does it rank in your Top Five from those you've read? Why or Why Not?

There are several Momentous Moments in CID. Share your favorite scenes & the reason these Moments are special to you.

Sandra ~ ♥ Cross My Heart ♥ wrote: "There are several Momentous Moments in CID. Share your favorite scenes & the reason these Moments are special to you."

One of my favorite moments, as I am sure it is for so many other readers, is the Snowman scene. In this scene, she is in the moment with Roarke, not thinking about murder or anything else; she's laughing, giggling, which she very rarely does. They are playful and just having fun like children. Yes, she's competitive about it; has to build her own snowman and it has to be bad ass enough to beat Roarke's snowman (woman), but I just loved that she allowed herself to play with wild abandon, to allow him to give them both this sweet memory.

Sandra ~ ♥ Cross My Heart ♥ wrote: "Conspiracy ranks at or near the top for many fans of the ID series. What do you think makes this book so highly rated among readers? Does it rank in your Top Five from those you've read? Why or Why..."

It was so difficult and upsetting to me the first time I read it. Now that I've re-read and re-listened to it, more than once, I would say that it is one of my most highly rated of the series because it shows what her badge really means to her; it also shows how much she means to everyone on her team, to Roarke, to Mira, to her friends, even to Summerset. She isn't alone anymore; she has a huge "family" now that will always have her back.

Sandra ~ ♥ Cross My Heart ♥ wrote: "Conspiracy ranks at or near the top for many fans of the ID series. What do you think makes this book so highly rated among readers? Does it rank in your Top Five from those you've read? Why or Why..."

I've read this book three times and cried every time! It's not only in my top five, it's in the #1 slot.

Eve had her identity stripped away in this story, all that she had created on her own. That moment when she had to hand in her badge just slayed me. Watching all her "family" rally around her, including Summerset (in his own way) was uplifting.

It's emotional and serves up everything I find wonderful about the series.

Sandra ~ ♥ Cross My Heart ♥ wrote: "There are several Momentous Moments in CID. Share your favorite scenes & the reason these Moments are special to you."

I have so many from this book but as I said above, the biggest moment for me was when Whitney took Eve's badge. Her trip from his office back to her team was so heartbreaking and truly in character.

“They made me nothing again.”

That statement said it all.

Jonetta wrote: "Sandra ~ ♥ Cross My Heart ♥ wrote: "Conspiracy ranks at or near the top for many fans of the ID series. What do you think makes this book so highly rated among readers? Does it rank in your Top Fiv..."

Couldn't agree more.

While this book isn't in my #1 slot (please don't throw anything at me :0), it is one of the best in the series precisely because it is emotional and poignant, and shows just how human Eve and her 'family' are.

Jonetta wrote: "Sandra ~ ♥ Cross My Heart ♥ wrote: "There are several Momentous Moments in CID. Share your favorite scenes & the reason these Moments are special to you."

I have so many from this book but as I sa..."

Still gives me chills to read that quote!

Lauren wrote: "While this book isn't in my #1 slot (please don't throw anything at me :0), it is one of the best in the series precisely because it is emotional and poignant, and shows just how human Eve and her ..."

I'd never throw anything at you!:)

Thanks Jonetta-I appreciate that :0)

I agree with Jonetta about the best scene and would add on to that the section straight after when Roarke is caring for her at home. What a man:)

Phrynne, that was my runner up!