Desperation in Death
By J. D. Robb
- Release Date: 2022-09-06
- Genre: Police Procedural
Description
The #1 New York Times bestselling author presents a gripping new thriller that pits homicide detective Eve Dallas against a conspiracy of exploitation and evil…
New York, 2061: The place called the Pleasure Academy is a living nightmare where abducted girls are trapped, trained for a life of abject service while their souls are slowly but surely destroyed. Dorian, a thirteen-year-old runaway who’d been imprisoned there, might never have made it out if not for her fellow inmate Mina, who’d hatched the escape plan. Mina was the more daring of the two—but they’d been equally desperate.
Unfortunately, they didn’t get away fast enough. Now Dorian is injured, terrified, and wandering the streets of New York, and Mina lies dead near the waterfront while Lt. Eve Dallas looks over the scene.
Mina’s expensive, elegant clothes and beauty products convince Dallas that she was being groomed, literally and figuratively, for sex trafficking—and that whoever is investing in this high-overhead operation expects windfall profits. Her billionaire husband, Roarke, may be able to help, considering his ties to the city’s ultra-rich. But Roarke is also worried about the effect this case is having on Dallas, as it brings a rage to the surface she can barely control. No matter what, she must keep her head clear--because above all, she is desperate for justice and to take down those who prey on and torment the innocent.
Reviews
I read it in one setting! Hope the next one grabs me that well.
4By vie479:"Great book!Excellent as always
5By ReikokitamursCouldn’t put the book down. Read it in two sittings. I love this series.Great Story
5By Dr Mom 29The entire storyline and cast of characters is one for the ages. Super job!Definitely evil vs good
5By JK267This was an eye-opener. Nasty business that Eve, as usual, got to the bottom of, with her crew and, of course, Roarke. Really like how the nasty is offset by good people helping where they can.Great Reaf
1By 5404InterestingTop marks
5By Fogey MikeOne of her best in a while. Top marks from me, and I’ve read all of them, many of them more than once.Desperation in Death
5By TCGirl45Great read! Fast paced ! Throughly enjoyed!Really Enjoyed This Book
5By GrammeTMReally enjoyed this book. The plot and characters were fresh and immediately engaging, and came to a very satisfying conclusion. Favorite characters are really on their game. Best in the series in the past 2 years.Desperation in Death
5By LiliaM-BThis is one of the best stories in a while. Excellent!!Slow start but picks up speed fast
4By Londa1427Never disappointed with this series. Have read every one of them. Love this cop family and friends.5 stars
5By good story 123Another excellent storyJD Robb futuristic series
5By cjbattAbsolutely the best series of books.Fun read
4By fghgfdkThis was a fun read.10 out of 10
5By croboldAnother brilliant read, fast pace that didn’t disappoint! You could feel the good guys winning.Hard to get through
2By oldbutfineIf you are into sex slaves and interested in pedophilia, then this book is a good read for you. I could hardly get through it. Increasingly her books dwell on the darkest of human behaviors. I’ve read all her books so far. I think this will be my last. I’m sorry that one of my favorite authors has now been deleted from my must rad list.It’s J D Robb
4By RonicaOneAll the familiar characters and some forward progress. Someone is up for a promotion. Someone might be getting a love interest. Dennis Mira is is his wonderful self and Dallas gets the job done. It took me several days to read the book which is not normal for a Robb. It was a bit dry and shallow in spots.Great Read
5By StacMcEI tried really hard to not read this too fast, but I finished it in a few hours. Riveting. Both heartwarming & heartbreaking. Everything I could ask for packed into one book - I love it when the good guys win! JD Robb books are golden!!Beyond Awesome as usual
5By NeajenWhat an amazing story.NETFLIX !!!
5By LestineWe need this in our lives !! I would watch over and over again !!! We all would !!
