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Origin in Death: In Death, Book 21 | [J. D. Robb]
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Origin in Death: In Death, Book 21

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  • by J. D. Robb
  • Narrated by Susan Ericksen
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    11 hrs and 33 mins
  • RELEASE DATE
    05-20-08
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Publisher's Summary

New York Police Lieutenant Eve Dallas and her partner Peabody enter the hallowed halls of the Wilfred B. Icove Center for Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery on a case. A hugely popular vid star has been beaten to a bloody pulp - and has killed her attacker in the process. After a post-op interview, Dallas and Peabody confirm for themselves that it's a clear-cut case of self-defense, but before they can leave the building, another case falls into their hands.

Dr. Wilfred B. Icove himself has been found dead in his office - murdered in a chillingly efficient manner: one swift stab to the heart. Struck by the immaculate condition of the crime scene, Dallas suspects a professional killing. Security discs show a stunningly beautiful woman calmly entering and leaving the building: the good doctor's final appointment.

Known as "Dr. Perfect," the saintly Icove devoted his life to his family and his work. His record is clean. Too clean for Dallas. She knows he was hiding something, and suspects that his son, his successor, knows what it is. Then - like father, like son - the young Dr. Icove is killed...with the same deadly precision.

But who is the mystery woman, and what was her relationship with the good doctors? With her husband, Roarke, working behind the scenes, Dallas follows her darkest instincts into the Icoves' pasts. And what she discovers are men driven to create perfection - playing fast and loose with the laws of nature, the limits of science, and the morals of humanity.

Crack another case with Eve Dallas.

©2005 J. D. Robb; (P)2005 Brilliance Audio

What the Critics Say

"Robb tones down the romance and ups the action ante as the team uncovers an increasingly horrific crime that builds to a race-against-the-clock climax that will have readers cheering." (Publishers Weekly)
"Susan Ericksen brings enthusiasm to the eclectic cast of characters, offering a unique voice to enliven each one. Her rendition of Lieutenant Dallas as a brash, yet secretly sensitive woman is likely to resonate most with listeners." (AudioFile)

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    Ria Reader Washington, DC 11-29-10
    Ria Reader Washington, DC 11-29-10 Member Since 2010

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    "WOW! Another GREAT ONE."

    I am waiting for the other shoe to fall in this series. How can one series have so many books and still be good. I can not stop spending my money on this In Death series. (It's like an addiction.)This one was really good and interesting .I even shed some tears at the end.
    I have to give it up to Susan Ericksen ( the narrator) she really makes these stories real. ( I especillay got a treat with Roarke's relatives being in town). (Susan has that Irish accent down).
    I have tried saving money and reading a couple of the books but it is trully not the same without the voices that Susan gives us.
    Do yourself a favor start with the 1st one you will not be disappointed.

    7 of 7 people found this review helpful
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    A. Burstein 04-10-10
    A. Burstein 04-10-10 Member Since 2003
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    "One of my favs"

    I read all of the Eve stories and this is one I really noticed out of the crowd :)

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    Brenda Cleburne, TX, United States 02-24-10
    Brenda Cleburne, TX, United States 02-24-10 Member Since 2008

    I am a retired Court Reporter and I LOVE books. All kinds of books but my favorites are mysteries and period books. I like civil war books and some biographies.

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    "Origin in Death"

    This is a great series by this author.

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    Scott Barnegat, NJ, United States 08-15-10
    Scott Barnegat, NJ, United States 08-15-10 Member Since 2007
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    "What happened at Thanksgiving?"

    That's my only complaint. I wanted to hear about Crack meeting Roarke's family, etc. Rest of the book was great!

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    Rose San Antonio, TX, United States 03-08-13
    Rose San Antonio, TX, United States 03-08-13 Member Since 2012
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    "Why die, when science can make you live forever."

    I have come to love all of the books in J. D. Robb's 'In Death' series, this one is like all the others in the series; it puts you at the edge of your set every minute. Lt. Dallas and her team is on the trail of a women that has killed a beloved doctor. Dallas knows what her killer looks like but can not find any records of her every existing.
    This case will take Dallas to places in science that people think are only in Science Fiction movies. Along the way Dallas will knock heads with powerful people that don't want her to diminish the value of want Dr. Wilfred B. Icove has done for mankind. Along with stepping on the toes of people that she respects, Dallas must find her killer before the media finds out why Dr. Icove has been killed and release it to the people.

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    BluBumblB San Francisco, CA 11-16-12
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    "Job well done JD Robb!!"
    What made the experience of listening to Origin in Death the most enjoyable?

    Susan Ericksen did a great narration as she usually does, but the best part of this novel was the unexpected humor--JD Robb outdid herself this time around. Very enjoyable storyline with great characters.


    What about Susan Ericksen’s performance did you like?

    She's always read each novel very well, however this time she seemed exceptional in her ability to breathe life into each character in a unique manner.


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    Katie Jo Franchett Mesquite, TX 10-08-12
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    "Loved it"
    What did you love best about Origin in Death?

    Not going to give any spoilers away but I have loved the In Death series. Some books are better than others and this was one of them. Couldn't stop listening to it.


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    Ashley Santa Maria, CA, United States 06-27-12
    Ashley Santa Maria, CA, United States 06-27-12 Member Since 2012
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    "FAVORITE Eve Dallas so far!"
    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    Absolutely. I find Eve Dallas, along with most of the other characters, to be very likeable, despite her tough-New York Cop-attitude. This story takes you to something that should be unbelievable, but knowing that it really could happen today (or in the near future) makes it extremely intriguing and fascinating.


    What did you like best about this story?

    Finding out the actual root to the murder and the twists it took to get there.


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

    Yes, I have listened to her in each of the Eve Dallas novels I've read, and can't imagine anyone else narrating for Eve. Susan is great and makes listening to the book very enjoyable.


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

    When Eve nervously invites her friends to her and Roarke's over-the-top Thanksgiving!


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    Jessica St Paul, MN, United States 11-06-11
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    "A great listen"

    It's an interesting story and it makes for a great listen. It's a little far fetched but who knows what we'll be able to do by the 2050's. If you're a Dallas fan you can't miss this, especially because it gets mentioned in the following handful of In Death books.

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    "I'm a huge J.D. Robb/Susan Ericksen fan..."
    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    I was hooked from the very first "In Death" audio book and think each one has only gotten better.


    Who was your favorite character and why?

    I don't think I have one favorite character because it's the written banter and re-pore they have with each other that makes me love each one of them.


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

    I couldn't name one character's performance as favorite... it's Susan Ericksen's special style & talent that I appreciate, admire and love. I'd say I'm addicted because of her.


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