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Berkley Books (2016)
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"Sometimes brotherhood can be another word for conspiracy. . . . Dennis Mira just had two unpleasant surprises. First he learned that his cousin Edward was secretly meeting with a real estate agent about their late grandfather's magnificent West Village brownstone, despite the promise they both made to keep it in the family. Then, when he went to the house to confront Edward about it, he got a blunt object to the back of the head. Luckily Dennis is married to Charlotte Mira, the NYPSD's top profiler and a good friend of Lieutenant Eve Dallas. When the two arrive on the scene, he explains that the last thing he saw was Edward in a chair, bruised and bloody. When he came to, his cousin was gone. With the mess cleaned up and the security disks removed, there's nothing left behind but a few traces for forensics to analyze. As a former lawyer, judge, and senator, Edward Mira mingled with the elite and crossed paths with criminals, making enemies on a regular basis. Like so many politicians, he also made some very close friends behind closed--and locked--doors. But a badge and a billionaire husband can get you into places others can't go, and Eve intends to shine some light on the dirty deals and dark motives behind the disappearance of a powerful man, the family discord over a multimillion-dollar piece of real estate . . . and a new case that no one saw coming" --… (more)
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LibraryThing member jfe16
Lieutenant Eve Dallas has plans for spaghetti and meatballs and a quiet evening at home with Roarke, but a flustered Charlotte Mira interrupts with a plea for Eve’s help. Dennis, she says, found his cousin, retired senator Edward Mira, injured. But now he’s disappeared and Dennis is asking for
Thus Eve is thrust into a case that will bring the past roaring back and when the case takes an unexpected turn, Eve, Peabody, and company will find themselves in a race against time . . . and death.
This, the forty-second book in the popular In Death series, doesn’t disappoint. Populated with the expected characters, the suspenseful, action-packed story offers a hefty dose of intrigue. Though dark, the twisting plot draws the reader in and, as the action ramps up, keeps the pages turning. Fans of the series will find much to enjoy in Eve’s latest outing.
Highly recommended.
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Eve’s help.Thus Eve is thrust into a case that will bring the past roaring back and when the case takes an unexpected turn, Eve, Peabody, and company will find themselves in a race against time . . . and death.
This, the forty-second book in the popular In Death series, doesn’t disappoint. Populated with the expected characters, the suspenseful, action-packed story offers a hefty dose of intrigue. Though dark, the twisting plot draws the reader in and, as the action ramps up, keeps the pages turning. Fans of the series will find much to enjoy in Eve’s latest outing.
Highly recommended.
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LibraryThing member ffortsa
Back to form. One of Robb's formulaic bests.
LibraryThing member jshillingford
When Festive in Death was released, readers got to see Eve investigate the death of a man who was an a@@hole. Eve didn’t let that stop her from bringing the killer to justice, but it was interesting to see her handle the investigation from that perspective. Brotherhood takes this concept to the
Edward Mira, cousin to the lovable Dennis Mira, dear friend of Eve and Roarke, is brutally killed. He has a very hard, slow, painful death. It’s not long before one of his buddies meets the same fate. When Eve begins to uncover what these men were up to, the term “victim” becomes a gray area. Eve completely understands the motive, but she can’t allow that to stop her from bringing justice – to everyone who requires it.
Though the clues are fairly blatant about what the Brotherhood was up to, the actual reveal was still shocking. Dozens of books in, and I still can’t get enough of this series. I love these characters, and Eve grows even more here. Her conversation with Peabody about her past brought tears to my eyes (and Peabody’s). This is definitely one of the more memorable entries. Highly recommended.
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next level.Edward Mira, cousin to the lovable Dennis Mira, dear friend of Eve and Roarke, is brutally killed. He has a very hard, slow, painful death. It’s not long before one of his buddies meets the same fate. When Eve begins to uncover what these men were up to, the term “victim” becomes a gray area. Eve completely understands the motive, but she can’t allow that to stop her from bringing justice – to everyone who requires it.
Though the clues are fairly blatant about what the Brotherhood was up to, the actual reveal was still shocking. Dozens of books in, and I still can’t get enough of this series. I love these characters, and Eve grows even more here. Her conversation with Peabody about her past brought tears to my eyes (and Peabody’s). This is definitely one of the more memorable entries. Highly recommended.
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LibraryThing member JohnFair
When Dennis Mira waked into his late grandparents' home to confront his cousin Edward over his desire to sell it it's with anger in his heart, an angr that is alien to the mild-mannered husband of Eve Dallas's psychologist friend Dr Charlotte Mira. Things go wrong for DEnnis as soon as he finds his
Liked 'Devoted', this book deals with a violent series of crimes, this time spread out in time rather than space, and by-and-large not dealing with death, at least officially and I liked the moral ambiguities present in the guilt of the victims on both sides of events.Like most of this series I really like the way Robb catches 'real life' dialogue between the characters.
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cousin tied up but before he can do anything to help, he is knocked unconscious and it's left to Dr Mira to call in Eve with her concerns. But no-one realises what a can of worms would be uncovered by Eve's investigation. And will Eve be able to handle the fact that the victims she had to stand were even more guilty than those inflicting the pain on them.Liked 'Devoted', this book deals with a violent series of crimes, this time spread out in time rather than space, and by-and-large not dealing with death, at least officially and I liked the moral ambiguities present in the guilt of the victims on both sides of events.Like most of this series I really like the way Robb catches 'real life' dialogue between the characters.
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LibraryThing member Lauren2013
Brotherhood in Death
4 Stars
When Dr. Charlotte Mira's husband, Dennis, is injured during the abduction of his cousin, the couple ask for Eve's help with the investigation. As Eve searches for the missing man, evidence emerges indicating that he belongs to a secret brotherhood engaging in dark deeds,
The horrific details of this case hit close to home for Eve, yet the combination of her own strength of will, Roarke's unending love, and the support of her friends enable her to move beyond the traumas of her past and obtain justice for the victims.
The highlight of the book is the development of Eve's relationship with Dennis Mira. The absent-minded and quirky professor is simply wonderful. His ability to put aside his own grief and sadness to provide love and comfort to others is incredible, and his scenes with Eve are emotional and satisfying.
Similar to some of the earlier installments in the series, the case raises questions regarding the moral dilemmas of vigilante justice, and Robb handles the issue with insight and understanding.
Overall, an excellent read as usual.
4 Stars
When Dr. Charlotte Mira's husband, Dennis, is injured during the abduction of his cousin, the couple ask for Eve's help with the investigation. As Eve searches for the missing man, evidence emerges indicating that he belongs to a secret brotherhood engaging in dark deeds,
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and the killer is set on extracting the most brutal of retribution. The horrific details of this case hit close to home for Eve, yet the combination of her own strength of will, Roarke's unending love, and the support of her friends enable her to move beyond the traumas of her past and obtain justice for the victims.
The highlight of the book is the development of Eve's relationship with Dennis Mira. The absent-minded and quirky professor is simply wonderful. His ability to put aside his own grief and sadness to provide love and comfort to others is incredible, and his scenes with Eve are emotional and satisfying.
Similar to some of the earlier installments in the series, the case raises questions regarding the moral dilemmas of vigilante justice, and Robb handles the issue with insight and understanding.
Overall, an excellent read as usual.
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LibraryThing member sanyamakadi
This is a good one because it gives us insight into the life of Dennis Mira. Robb seemed to recycle most of this plot a few books later in Vendetta in Death, and it is much more well done here.
LibraryThing member tmommy4
Another Must Road!!Eve is growing her family!Loved MR Mira playing afront and center role.Can never go Wrong with q readin this series
LibraryThing member DDJTJ1
As with every one of J.D. ROBBs "in death " series, I have read them all and will continue to read all of them as they come out.
BROTHERHOOD IN DEATH,Eve faces her demons when she finds wealthy & influential men hung, beaten, sodomized and then killed. It gets personal for Eve , very very
Eve stands for all victims and will always stand with the victim but this time she's having trouble standing for the dead men. (read and find out why)
This Eve Dallas takes a dark turn. It disturbed even me. It is so intense with the emotions of Eve & other characters. This one will stand out among her many stories. This does not detract from the fact that JD ROBB has continued & will continue (I hope) to bring Eve, Roarke & Eve's friends & fellow officers in print.
Even after reading forty two of Robbs in death series i still crave more. The author draws the reader into her stories whether they discuss issues that are dark like BROTHERHOOD IN DEATH or whether we get to listen to Peabody talk about McNabbs sexy ass, we want to read more. Robb has more to write and Eva Dallas has more to say & do.
BROTHERHOOD IN DEATH,Eve faces her demons when she finds wealthy & influential men hung, beaten, sodomized and then killed. It gets personal for Eve , very very
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personal. Mr.Mira as she calls him is related to one of the victims.Eve stands for all victims and will always stand with the victim but this time she's having trouble standing for the dead men. (read and find out why)
This Eve Dallas takes a dark turn. It disturbed even me. It is so intense with the emotions of Eve & other characters. This one will stand out among her many stories. This does not detract from the fact that JD ROBB has continued & will continue (I hope) to bring Eve, Roarke & Eve's friends & fellow officers in print.
Even after reading forty two of Robbs in death series i still crave more. The author draws the reader into her stories whether they discuss issues that are dark like BROTHERHOOD IN DEATH or whether we get to listen to Peabody talk about McNabbs sexy ass, we want to read more. Robb has more to write and Eva Dallas has more to say & do.
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LibraryThing member Glennis.LeBlanc
This time the murder victim is related to one of Roarke and Eve’s friends Eve is on the case before the body is even found. Eve has a soft spot for Mr. Mira and admires Doctor Mira so she does everything she can to find who killed Dennis’ cousin. There is another murder and it becomes apparent
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that these are vengeance killings and there will be more unless Eve and Peabody can stop it. A good solid book and now I have to wait until Fall for the next one. Show Less
LibraryThing member LisCarey
Dennis Mira has a problem. His cousin, Edward Mira, wants to sell the beautiful old brownstone that the cousins inherited from their grandfather--despite the cousins having promised their grandfather the home would state in the family. Shortly after arriving at the brownstone for a meeting with the
He's lying on the floor, bleeding from a blow to the head, and Edward, whom he last saw sitting in a chair with a bruised and bloody face, is missing.
Dennis calls his wife, Charlotte; Charlotte calls Dallas, and the hunt is on, for both the missing Edward Mira, and the cause of his kidnapping.
What Dallas, Peabody, and their team discover about Edward, a group of his friends going back to their college years, and those who hate them will be shocking and explosive.
This latest entry in the series takes a closer look at Dennis and Charlotte Mira, characters normally a little in the background. Dallas also has to confront issues from her own past that have been sleeping for a while. and some of her own lingering insecurities.
Over forty books in, Robb still finds ways to make her characters genuinely and plausibly grow, develop, and change. The mystery here is good, too, tackling some emotionally challenging issues.
I think there's enough information that new readers can start here and enjoy the story, but as always, this latest "In Death" will be most enjoyable for those who have read at least some of the previous books in the series.
Recommended.
I bought this book.
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realtor Edward engaged without consulting Dennis, he has another problem.He's lying on the floor, bleeding from a blow to the head, and Edward, whom he last saw sitting in a chair with a bruised and bloody face, is missing.
Dennis calls his wife, Charlotte; Charlotte calls Dallas, and the hunt is on, for both the missing Edward Mira, and the cause of his kidnapping.
What Dallas, Peabody, and their team discover about Edward, a group of his friends going back to their college years, and those who hate them will be shocking and explosive.
This latest entry in the series takes a closer look at Dennis and Charlotte Mira, characters normally a little in the background. Dallas also has to confront issues from her own past that have been sleeping for a while. and some of her own lingering insecurities.
Over forty books in, Robb still finds ways to make her characters genuinely and plausibly grow, develop, and change. The mystery here is good, too, tackling some emotionally challenging issues.
I think there's enough information that new readers can start here and enjoy the story, but as always, this latest "In Death" will be most enjoyable for those who have read at least some of the previous books in the series.
Recommended.
I bought this book.
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LibraryThing member skstiles612
This is the first book I’ve read in this series. You don’t have to read the others in the series, there are over forty of them, to understand this one. They are stand-alone novels with some of the same characters.
The author has created a futuristic world, Year 2060. I was not a fan of the sex
Eve and her partner are called to investigate a scene that involves her friends the Mira’s. Someone has tortured and murdered Edward. It didn’t just stop with him. Several of his acquaintances have been targets as well. Because of a trauma when she was a child this murder and assault really hits home. Throughout the book we also get glimpses into her private life with her husband Roarke. He always has her back. When he tries to help her move out of her past he finds she is none too pleased.
The author has created a futuristic world, Year 2060. I was not a fan of the sex
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scenes no matter how they were written. I knew going in that this was Nora Roberts writing under a different name. I guess I hoped that since this was a thriller it would be different. I guessed wrong. That is the only reason I took one star off.Eve and her partner are called to investigate a scene that involves her friends the Mira’s. Someone has tortured and murdered Edward. It didn’t just stop with him. Several of his acquaintances have been targets as well. Because of a trauma when she was a child this murder and assault really hits home. Throughout the book we also get glimpses into her private life with her husband Roarke. He always has her back. When he tries to help her move out of her past he finds she is none too pleased.
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LibraryThing member ebrahmstadt
Yet another wonderful addition to Robb's In Death series. Eve, a lieutenant in the future, finds herself investigating another case that strikes too close to her own trauma. Yet, she does the job with the help of her amazing support system.
LibraryThing member hailelib
Number 42 in a long running mystery series, Brotherhood in Death delivered just what I expected. It's about an average installment with Eve and Peabody investigating the disappearance of Dennis Mira's brother at the request of their friend Charlotte Mira. A few of the continuing characters make an
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appearance and Truehart has a big day. Recommended for fans but readers new to the series should start at the beginning. Show Less
LibraryThing member jamespurcell
Hi tech resources and tough minded cop, abetted by excellent and interesting supporting characters make this an excellent series. First one, after a long hiatus, and difficult not to finish in a single read. Historic and long standing villains are being hoist on their own petard after it has been
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LibraryThing member AnnieMod
After so many novels in the series (this is number 42 not counting the novellas), there is little that can surprise a reader. The series is more like an old friend - it is the people that you want to see more of and not really the mystery. Although I must admit that Robb is pretty good at finding
In this case, the case hits close to home for Eve - it all starts when Dennis Mira calls because his cousin, the ex-senator Edward Mira, had been kidnapped (and whoever did that hit Dennis on the head). Despite the fact that Eve is a homicide cop, she decides to help - because Dennis is family. And the the body of Edward is found, it becomes her job properly. The details of the death are gruesome, even for this series they are gruesome. And when a second man is killed the same way, a pattern start to emerge.
Because of the previous books, I could see where this was going to lead - the books are becoming a bit predictable. But not the details - and they were stomach-turning. Because the bunch of friends, pillars of the community had been really evil for a long time.
On the personal front - Dennis learns about Eve's past; Dennis is shown to make hot chocolate that is better than anyone had ever had and we finally see Charlotte Mira worried and rattled.
It's a good story in a long running series - not very good as a standalone as most of the backstory is important to make the character fully fledged and complete.
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new and inventive way for people to be awful so Eve can have something to work with. In this case, the case hits close to home for Eve - it all starts when Dennis Mira calls because his cousin, the ex-senator Edward Mira, had been kidnapped (and whoever did that hit Dennis on the head). Despite the fact that Eve is a homicide cop, she decides to help - because Dennis is family. And the the body of Edward is found, it becomes her job properly. The details of the death are gruesome, even for this series they are gruesome. And when a second man is killed the same way, a pattern start to emerge.
Because of the previous books, I could see where this was going to lead - the books are becoming a bit predictable. But not the details - and they were stomach-turning. Because the bunch of friends, pillars of the community had been really evil for a long time.
On the personal front - Dennis learns about Eve's past; Dennis is shown to make hot chocolate that is better than anyone had ever had and we finally see Charlotte Mira worried and rattled.
It's a good story in a long running series - not very good as a standalone as most of the backstory is important to make the character fully fledged and complete.
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LibraryThing member phyllis2779
Excellent installment in the In Death series. The mystery wasn't so much who done it but more about the whys and wherefore. The novel built suspense and as usual with Robb novels, it was hard to put down once I got started. I also like that I learned more about Dennis Mira.
LibraryThing member kmartin802
This is the 42nd In Death book but, in the internal chronology, only about three years have passed since Eve and Roarke first met. Eve (and Roarke) have made massive changes since the first book. Because Eve is the viewpoint character, we see her changes more closely. In this episode, Eve is called
Dennis Mira's cousin Edward is missing. This doesn't seem like Eve's kind of case since she is a murder cop but Dr. Mira is a friend and Eve has quite a crush on Dennis Mira who is a thoroughly nice man. When investigating Edward, she quickly learns how different he was from his cousin. They are quickly led to a number of women that Edward, very much married, had seduced in just the past year which leads Eve to think about marriage and fidelity. She knows she would not look the other way if Roarke chose to stray.
The case quickly turns to murder when Edward is found hanging from the chandelier in the foyer of his grandparents' house. He was beaten and tortured before his death. Because of the nature of the torture, focus turns to the crime being a result of some sexual relationship gone wrong which helps Eve's focus.
I will say that the identities of the murderers were known pretty early in the story and the focus shifted on finding them before they could kill their next target. What made this story particularly interesting to me was that Eve had much more sympathy for the murderers than she had for the victims. However, her job was to stand for the victims no matter how unlikable or how unpleasant they were while they were alive. Also, the nature of the crimes committed by these men brought back memories of her own abused childhood. It was good to see the support network that she has built over the past three years. There's Roarke, of course, but there is also Dr. Mira and her partner Peabody who know her story.
The nature of the case provides unique stress to Eve but so does Roarke's plan to redo her home office. He had created a duplicate of the apartment she lived in before they met and now he feels that it is time for a change. Eve was caught by surprise by the idea and it takes a while before she figures out why. This creates some tension between Eve and Roarke for a time.
I loved this story and this opportunity to catch up on the lives of characters who are so real to me that I wouldn't be at all surprised to meet them on the street some day.
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in when her friend Dr. Mira's husband is struck from behind in a house he inherited from his grandparents. He had come their to, very reluctantly, confront his cousin who inherited half the house and was determined to sell it despite the promises they made to their grandfather to keep it in the family.Dennis Mira's cousin Edward is missing. This doesn't seem like Eve's kind of case since she is a murder cop but Dr. Mira is a friend and Eve has quite a crush on Dennis Mira who is a thoroughly nice man. When investigating Edward, she quickly learns how different he was from his cousin. They are quickly led to a number of women that Edward, very much married, had seduced in just the past year which leads Eve to think about marriage and fidelity. She knows she would not look the other way if Roarke chose to stray.
The case quickly turns to murder when Edward is found hanging from the chandelier in the foyer of his grandparents' house. He was beaten and tortured before his death. Because of the nature of the torture, focus turns to the crime being a result of some sexual relationship gone wrong which helps Eve's focus.
I will say that the identities of the murderers were known pretty early in the story and the focus shifted on finding them before they could kill their next target. What made this story particularly interesting to me was that Eve had much more sympathy for the murderers than she had for the victims. However, her job was to stand for the victims no matter how unlikable or how unpleasant they were while they were alive. Also, the nature of the crimes committed by these men brought back memories of her own abused childhood. It was good to see the support network that she has built over the past three years. There's Roarke, of course, but there is also Dr. Mira and her partner Peabody who know her story.
The nature of the case provides unique stress to Eve but so does Roarke's plan to redo her home office. He had created a duplicate of the apartment she lived in before they met and now he feels that it is time for a change. Eve was caught by surprise by the idea and it takes a while before she figures out why. This creates some tension between Eve and Roarke for a time.
I loved this story and this opportunity to catch up on the lives of characters who are so real to me that I wouldn't be at all surprised to meet them on the street some day.
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LibraryThing member phoenixcomet
Decent Eve Dallas futuristic story. Lt. Dallas' friend, Dennis Mira is distraught because his cousin Edward is planning on selling their grandfather's estate surreptitiously. When he goes to confront him, he encounters his cousin Edward tied up and scared right before blacking out from a blow to
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his head. Eve is called in to figure out what is going on and why Edward is missing. What unfolds is a tale of sex and depravity and revenge worth reading. Show Less
LibraryThing member wyvernfriend
There's a lot here about relationships and about Eve and her trust issues. It's also about her widening her family and telling more people about her background which is helping to lance that boil another little bit.
Dennis Mira is the husband of NYPSD's top profiler Charlotte Mira, a good friend to
There were moments when the horror of some people's logic was made very apparent. The evil that some can do...
Interesting but felt a little padded.
Dennis Mira is the husband of NYPSD's top profiler Charlotte Mira, a good friend to
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Eve and he goes to the old family home to remonstrate with his cousin, former senator Edward Mira, with whom he had a contentious relationship. Now his cousin is missing, apparently injured and abducted and when his body turns up things are about to become complicated. Not everyone is innocent and not all killings are without a cause.There were moments when the horror of some people's logic was made very apparent. The evil that some can do...
Interesting but felt a little padded.
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Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
2016-02-02
Physical description
366 p.; 17.2 cm
ISBN
0425279006 / 9780425279007