Delusion In Death

In Death, Book 35

By: J. D. Robb

Narrated by: Susan Ericksen

Length: 13 hrs and 8 mins

Publisher's summary

It was just another after-work happy-hour bar downtown, where business professionals unwound with a few drinks, complained about the boss, maybe hooked up with someone for the night. Until something went terribly wrong. At first it was just a friction in the air. The noise intensified. The crowd seemed oppressive. Some sharp words were exchanged, some pushing and shoving.

Then the madness descended. And after 12 minutes of chaos and violence, 80 people lay dead.

Eve Dallas is trying to sort out the inexplicable events. Surviving witnesses talk about seeing things - monsters and swarms of bees. They describe sudden, overwhelming feelings of fear and rage and paranoia. When forensics makes its report, the mass delusions make more sense: it appears the bar patrons were exposed to a cocktail of chemicals and illegal drugs that could drive people into temporary insanity - if not kill them outright.

But that doesn’t explain who would unleash such horror - or why. Eve’s husband, Roarke, happens to own the bar, yet he’s convinced the attack wasn’t directed at him. It’s bigger than that. And if Eve can’t figure it out fast, it could happen again, anytime, anywhere. Because it’s airborne....

©2012 Nora Roberts (P)2012 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

One of the best in the series

From the beginning it was intriguing and made me want to hear more. As the story developed I wanted to find out more. The narrator was good but hard to separate voices and who was speaking. I still think she allowed me to visualize what was happening.

You'll Want to Read "Delusion in" Again and Again

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

Of course I would recommend this book to a friend. It is so unique, the initial scene grabs one's attention and holds you until the plot has played out. Every time I have read this book, its been like falling into a river-you can't seem to extract yourself from until the story has ended.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Eve Dallas is often a favorite of mine but Peabody, Roarke, and McNabb are very close seconds. Oh, I can't forget Morris. I think Eve Dallas because she mirrors the horror that she often wades through, but has a true warriors heart. Her motives are always pure, she is honest and always on the side of right. She is also loyal to friends, husband and what she believes in.

Which scene was your favorite?

The scene where Dallas enters the bar to find all of the dead. This is a telling, breath taking, and somber moment. It sets the stage for the novel. Allegorically, it sets the stage for life.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The scene where the bartender can not believe that most of his "crew" is dead. His pain is brilliant. It becomes your pain, [you-the reader], when you share it. He mirrors the love, loyalty, honesty of feeling that Eve often shows but does not always readily recognise.

Any additional comments?

This is a great series. I can't think that I've ever been dissappointed. The narrator is "awesome."

Dallas wins another one!

Would you consider the audio edition of Delusion In Death to be better than the print version?

Yep. The voices in my head are not near as good as Susan Ericksen's.

What did you like best about this story?

SPOILER ALERT! The left hook.

Have you listened to any of Susan Ericksen’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

All in the "In Death" series. She's like fine red wine: Justs gets better with age.

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

Nah. We plan road trips around the length of the book.

Any additional comments?

Can't wait for "Calculation"............

FantasyFuture ComicRomance CrimeThiller Mystery

I have " a-read" this series multiple time from 'Naked In Death' to present 'Delusion In Death' including In Death novellas. When I am between a-reads, not finding that book that catches me. I find myself plugging in Naked In Death and inevitably the In Death Robb/Erickson Marathon begins, I find it impossible to stop with just one... I guarantee you will never tire of this series.

Delusion In Death can be a stand alone novel, but I caution you, DON'T DO IT!!!! One of the many things you'll miss is the amazing character development and back story of each major and minor character in the In Death series. J D Robbs character's repartee, ingenious plot lines with it's twist and turns and Susan Erickson inestimable talent of uniquely personifying every character, her perfect, on the mark, comic timing makes the In Death series a must for every audible reader's library. Delusion In Death as all the In Death Books can be described as a futuristic fantasy with an amazing love story between two flawed wise-cracking universally wealthy people who solve futuristic crime drama thriller mysteries with the help of their always interesting humorous unique wising cracking friends. Delusion In Death hits on every note and as always has left me wanting more...thankfullly...'Calculated In Death' will be released Feb. 26, 2013... I've already marked my calendar.

Loved it Loved it Loved it

Would you listen to Delusion In Death again? Why?

absolutely, i have started the whole series over to hear all of it again. It is well written, fantastic narrator, and the characters feel like family to me.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I like Eve and Roark, they just seem to be the balm each one needs and they seem sexy together. He reminds me of a type of Bruce Wayne (batman) although he began poor.

What about Susan Ericksen’s performance did you like?

She is Eve Dallas and the other characters. I look for her in many audio books because she is one of the best! I recommend her to everyone that is into audio books, she does a super job on voices and is just fantastic.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

It was really creepy how the "death" began. Something new that I had never seen/heard before in a book. Dont want to say, people that have not heard it yet will want the creepiness for themselves, everyone that is into the "In Death" series will love this one.
I also liked the part where Eve told Peabody who Stella was.

Any additional comments?

Love this series. Could replay it many times over. So worth the credit or money. It has the most fantastic narrator ever in the world. Love you Susan!!! Keep us the great work, you too Nora Roberts for another super segment in Eve Dallas' world. I have recommended this in audio and print to everyone that talks books to me.

Another excellent In Death book

If you could sum up Delusion In Death in three words, what would they be?

Suspenseful yet charming

What was one of the most memorable moments of Delusion In Death?

Dallas getting along with Summerset

Have you listened to any of Susan Ericksen’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

In an early In Death book a different narrator was used - Nobody can do the voicces like Susan; I can't read one of these books without hearing the voices in my head..

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Anytime Peabody interacts with Rourke is charming and funny

A solid Eve Dallas story

Not my favorite, but definitely worth it. Can't wait for the next "in death" book.

Classic JD Robb

Good story, as always. Suspenseful until the end. I didn't care for the narrator and how she portrayed each character. Overall, great story.

YES!!!

when i thought they had wrapped the case up. awesome book. cant wait to read the next one.

Murderous Mass Hysteria

Robb makes the story of an airborne chemical attack in a downtown bar believable, based on the world building and characters she has created.
I really liked the intelligence and logic of Eve’s conversation with Dr Mira regarding her nightmares and past relationships with her parents.
My favorite quote was Roarke saying: Love without Trust - it isn’t Love at all. The Magic Coat makes its appearance.
Ericksen does a very good job of narration - Kudos on differentiation between multiple male and female voices, all clear and distinct.