Calculated in Death

In Death, Book 36

By: J. D. Robb

Narrated by: Susan Ericksen

Length: 12 hrs and 52 mins

Publisher's summary

Lieutenant Eve Dallas must immerse herself in her billionaire husband Roarke’s world of big business to uncover the identity of a hit man in this thriller in the #1 New York Times bestselling In Death series.

On Manhattan’s East Side a woman lies dead at the bottom of the stairs, stripped of all her valuables. Most cops might call it a mugging gone wrong, but Lieutenant Eve Dallas knows better.

A well-off accountant and a beloved wife and mother, Marta Dickenson doesn’t seem the type to be on anyone’s hit list. But when Eve and her partner, Peabody, find blood inside the building, the lieutenant knows Marta’s murder was the work of a killer who’s trained, but not professional or smart enough to remove all the evidence.

But when someone steals the files out of Marta’s office and the killer’s violent streak begins to escalate, Eve knows she has to draw him out, even if it means using herself as bait…

©2013 J. D. Robb (P)2013 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

Loved it!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes! I love this series. This book was great and in line with the series. Always something new and I did not expect the exact ending, although it is getting a little "similar" at times to older novels in the series - still love the characters.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

Yes....as I did not know who did it and how intricate it was until the end.

What does Susan Ericksen bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

She is PHENOMENAL! Her accents are great. She really has a defined voice for all of the main characters that allows me to see them in my head.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No ....

Any additional comments?

Great book.

as always this is a great book. well written love

all the characters. each book is different and exciting. I am always looking for a good book.

Loved it!

As always Eve Dallas is on the move, but this book like many others keeps me on my toes and guessing who!

Still a fan

I am going to simply say I love the characters. This is why I continue to listen to these books. They are so colorful, I find it entertaining to listen to them on the long drive home from work.

Ok, but not the best of the series

I don't really know why, but it wasn't as good usual. the story is predictable, nothing new.
I really like in death books I read the first one two years ago and I've read almost all of them

Always a fresh new plot,suspence and a few laughs

Would you listen to Calculated in Death again? Why?

Yes it`s always better the second time.

What did you like best about this story?

Everything. I have yet to guess who did it.

Which scene was your favorite?

Thats a hard one. I love every book by J.D. Robb and the narrater is wonderfull.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

I would make a series.

all great stories in the In Death Series

What did you love best about Calculated in Death?

Usual quality book from Nora Robers. Love Eve and Roarke and they are just as good in this book as all the others. End was excellent

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

I couldn't wait to read how Eve was going to get the bad guy at the premier.

Which character – as performed by Susan Ericksen – was your favorite?

Eve

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes definitely

Any additional comments?

Susan Ericksen is exceptionally good at naration. I love the accents and voices she does. Some narators grate but she never does.

No one does it better than Susan Ericksen

<b>4.5 stars </b>

I so look forward to every new release in the In Death series by J.D. Robb. Calculated in Death, the 36th book in this series, did not disappoint. It’s set in the future, but not over the top futuristic. You don’t have to be a fan of fantasy or even like it to like these books. As a matter of fact, you can dislike anything fantasy and have no problems with this series.

Eve Dallas is a homicide detective in New York set in 2060(ish). She solves crimes in her signature badass, no nonsense style, while being supported by a wonderful cast of friends. Roarke is pretty much the master of the universe. He is rich, sexy, smart and more than badass in his own rights. He always knows what Eve needs, even before she knows and makes sure that she has it. Roarke alone makes you remember that you are reading fiction. There is no man as perfect as Roarke, yet you fantasize about him just the same.

I happen to prefer this series in audio format. I am sure it’s perfectly fine in print, but Susan Ericksen is the master when it comes to narration. I enjoy her as much as I do the story itself. Each character is brought to life as Ms. Ericksen reads. I honestly believe no one else could read Roarke the way she does. As you are listening to his sexy Irish brogue, you forget it’s a woman reading his part and find yourself falling in love and wishing he could be yours.

Eve Dallas is back at it, again. A body of a woman is found at the bottom of stairs stripped of her coat and valuables. In true Eve Dallas fashion this case isn't a simple open and shut. She soon finds this homicide is connected to power and money. As the homicides begin to pile up she depends on the help of her partner, trusty E-team, and her very, sexy expert consultant. Meanwhile, she is expected to attend the movie premier that was based on a previous case that Eve worked. Anyone that knows Eve knows that she would rather be chasing bad guys than dressing up and attending a fancy event.

Pretty much all the characters had a part in this book. It’s so fun to see where they are today and how their lives are progressing. It’s like revisiting friends. I look forward to book number 37.

Action Packed

Loved the storyline, action packed even flying babies, through the end.
I highly recommend this book, great writing from this author. Looking to the next book. Excellent Audible narration .

Count On It

As usual you, the reader, get to be a participant in this all inclusive thriller. All the occurrences in a normal readers life are enriched by J.D. Robb’s fantastic writing abilities- she’s one well informed author-a master of all emotions-sex, humor, anger, wonderment- it’s all here in Calculated In Death. This is another story in the life of Eve Dallas, a New York cop, that is a story that when listened to out of line can stand alone. Always a winner!