When a famous thespian is killed right before her eyes, New York detective Eve Dallas takes a new place in crime as both officer and witness to murder in this novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling In Death series.The opening night of the revival of Agatha Christie’s “Witness for the Prosecution” at New York’s New Globe Theater turns from stage scene to crime scene when the leading man is … when the leading man is stabbed to death right on center stage. Now Eve Dallas has a high-profile celebrity homicide on her hands. Not only is she lead detective, she’s also a witness—and when the press discovers that her husband owns the theater, there’s more media spotlight than either can handle. The only way out is to move fast. Question everyone and everything…and in the meantime, try to tell the difference between the truth—and really good acting…
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Roarke has convinced Eve to take a night off and attend a live theater production but unfortunately, before the final curtain, it turns into a night of work. The lead actor was killed live on stage. Will Eve find the killer or will the killer exit stage left ready for the next production?
I started this series many years ago with my mom. She bought the first book solely based on the fact it was written by Nora Roberts alter ego. With her recent passing in 2020, I decided to start reading the series again in order to feel closer to her. At one time I thought 2059 was a lifetime away and now it is closer than I want to admit.
Witness in Death held my attention and I did not guess the killer until the big reveal. I am still trying to figure out which clues I missed. I am liking how we are getting more of Eve’s background and seeing a softer side of Eve with Peabody, Nadine, and Dr. Mira. Eve is still one tough cookie but she does have a heart.
Warnings: Incest, Rape, Sexual Scenes, and Cursing
Read all the in death series/ loved them all
as good as the other death books
Love JD Robb books
Witness in Death is the tenth book in J.D. Robb’s In Death series. This book came out in early 2000. which means I would’ve been in high school when it was released. (I’m giving away my age.) This book was another great addition to my new favorite Romantic Suspense series.
Storyline: Eve Dallas and Roarke are enjoying a great evening at New York’s New Globe Theater. It’s about to turn into a murder when they witness the leading male actor stabbed on stage. Now it’s a crime scene for Eve Dallas to solve. This case, though, will put Eve through the wringer after she starts investigating the actors and actresses that were on stage. Roarke is there along the way for her. There’s also Peabody, McNabb, Feeney, and Trueheart (the young rookie that Eve has helped).
My Thoughts —>
I knew the minute J.D. Robb had Eve and Roarke enjoying a night out that it was not going to be a quiet one. They can’t seem to catch a break. J.D. Robb, can they have a vacation already? They both deserve it. I love the fact that Roarke loves helping Eve with her cases, even though she’s against him helping. He’s always doing things illegally. He gets things done faster, though. He’s my favorite guy in this series, and you’ll find out if you read this series (or if you already started this series.) A couple of things bothered me in this book: Eve and Peabody disagreeing with each other and then Eve’s motives for handling possible suspects. I got over them, though, after certain things started happening. (No spoilers.) I love Eve and Peabody being partners and don’t like them getting in fights.
Poor Eve was sleep deprived in this book, and she also was dealing with her nightmares again. It doesn’t help when certain things bring up what happened to her as a child. Poor Eve! This case was not an easy one for the characters. At the end of the book, it was a big shock who was behind it all. J.D. Robb does a fantastic job of concluding the book. Although, she puts her characters through so much. That is why Eve and Roarke deserve a vacation. Peabody deserves one too. Hopefully, the next case is a little easier, but I know that’s not going to happen.
Standalone or Part of Series: Part of series and recommend reading in order.
Would I recommend this book? Yes, definitely. I give the tenth book in the series 4.5 stars. I don’t think there has been a book yet in this series that I can’t recommend. I love each book I’ve read so far in the series. I recommend this series to Romantic Suspense and Mystery readers out there. It’s based in a futuristic world, which is another reason why I’m enjoying it. (AutoChef’s that cook your dinner, vacations on other planets, etc.)
I can’t believe it took me this long to start this series. Thanks to the #InDeathReadALong hosted by @utcbookblog and @pnrbookloverreviews, I’ve been reading one book a month for the series. Hopefully, I can start reading more than one book in 2021.
LOVE ALL THE IN DEATH BOOKS BY THIS AUTHOR. I HAVE READ ALL 51 of them and keep checking her site to see when the next one is available. Just finished her last one Shadows in Death.
Read it. Read every book in the series.
I love her Robb books, can’t miss any new volumes!
Enjoy all of JD Robb’s books.
Love all her books
Love love love this series. A must read.
This series is one of my all-time favorites and this installment didn’t disappoint!
Eve begins to expand and begin to socialize, respond to those around her. She is an active participant as the actor is murdered on stage in front of her. There are many suspects and many twists to the story. A never fail suspense and romance with Roarke nearby.
I have read everyone of these and each one has been entertaining.
Love all in this series!
I read mostly everything this writer writes.She is absolutely the most entertaining author I read.Love her mysterie and love novels.,Read alot of her series books.You can’t go wrong with any of her books.
Eve Dallas and Roarke have been ‘friends’ from the beginning, another great crime solved.
Again, best series ever with best characters ever. I’m always disappointed when I finish because I feel like I’m leaving friends.
I loved it! These books set in the future have characters with wonderful back stories and even better present stories. I’ve read almost all of the series & enjoyed every one of them
Love this series.