“Treachery in Death”   by  J.D. Robb

A Lieutenant Eve Dallas Novel  (Year 2060)

2011 Book Review #25

  

Publishers Weekly Review

Lt. Eve Dallas and her squad take on corrupt cops in Robb's 33rd full-length novel featuring the New York Police and Security Dept. homicide detective, a fast-paced, intricate, and deadly dance of well-matched opponents.

When Dallas's partner, Detective Delia Peabody, overhears an angry exchange between Lt. Rene Oberman and Detective. William Garnet that reveals an unlawful killing and ongoing skimming, Dallas's reaction to this news is decisive: "the blue line breaks for wrong cops."

The setting may be slightly futuristic, but the procedures are familiar: Dallas puts together a solid team that meets in her home to avoid leaks as they compile evidence. At the same time, she initiates confrontations with the dangerous Oberman, whom she begins pushing toward a trap.

From this pure good guys versus bad guys scenario, Robb (aka Nora Roberts) wrings plenty of exciting strokes and counterstrokes before reaching the satisfying climax.

My thoughts:  I love Lt. Eve Dallas and her Staff!  This series of books are based on cop work in the 2058-2060 years.  It is futuristic but, not unrealistic.  If you enjoy police suspense, you'll not only enjoy this book but, the entire series of  "in Death" stories!