Author: J.D. Robb
Publisher: St. Martin Press
Publication Date: February 2020
Genre: Urban Fantasy / Suspense
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Description: In the latest thriller in the #1 New York Times bestselling series, homicide detective Eve Dallas investigates a murder with a mysterious motive―and a terrifying weapon.
Pediatrician Kent Abner received the package on a beautiful April morning. Inside was a cheap trinket, a golden egg that could be opened into two halves. When he pried it apart, highly toxic airborne fumes entered his body―and killed him.
After Eve Dallas calls the hazmat team―and undergoes testing to reassure both her and her husband that she hasn’t been exposed―it’s time to look into Dr. Abner’s past and relationships. Not every victim Eve encounters is an angel, but it seems that Abner came pretty close―though he did ruffle some feathers over the years by taking stands for the weak and defenseless. While the lab tries to identify the deadly toxin, Eve hunts for the sender. But when someone else dies in the same grisly manner, it becomes clear that she’s dealing with either a madman―or someone who has a hidden and elusive connection to both victims.
My Thoughts: I really enjoy all the various plots and investigations J.D. Robb creates for Eve Dallas and the Scooby gang. I find them all interesting and intriguing, but I have to say Golden in Death sets the bar really high for standing out in a crowd. Imagine living your life, doing your thing and the delivery of a seemingly innocuous package changes everything. Inside the package is a golden egg that, when opened, emits toxic fumes that kills everyone in close proximity. We’re not talking quick and painlessly either. These victims suffer…badly. I found that quite terrifying as we live in an age of just about everything you can think of can be delivered to your front door.
The first victim is a pediatrician who appears to have nothing in his past that would make him a target, but nevertheless, he is targeted and killed and it’s just the beginning for Eve and her crew as they piece together the evidence before the killer sends the next package.
Obviously, Eve will achieve victory, but I am still impressed after fifty installments in this series how she goes about investigating the clues. She’s smart, sharp and focused and she doesn’t stop. Where some details may get past others, Eve rarely, if ever, drops the ball. She is quick to realize how dangerous this case is for everyone and wastes no time ensuring those she cares for have their guard up. I love how far she has come from the Eve way back in the first book. She has learned to relationship, receiving and giving, and though most people usually baffle her or piss her off, it has been a great joy to see her growth. I can’t wait to see where this series goes next.
My Final Verdict: I highly recommend this book to all readers as this series will appeal to fans of most genres. The plots are riveting, the characters are engaging, and each book just leaves me wanting more.
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