This first offering in Robb's long running "In Death" series introduces us to Detective Eve Dalls, a New York City police homicide detective in the year 2058. A senator's granddaughter who works as a prostitute is found murdered and is just the first of several employees in this now legalized profession to meet the same fate. The main suspect in the case, Roark, also doubles as Eve's love interest. Furthermore, political corruptions is still running rampant in the 21st century.This is a fast paced and slightly steamy thriller. The futuristic aspect was not apparent upon beginning the book and resulted in some initial confusion on my part. While this is not among the best books or best mysteries I've ever read, it was enjoyable enough that I would be open to continuing on with this still running series.
Readers who enjoyed this book may also like these fiction titles: The Darker Side by Cody McFadyen, Bantam, 2008 also features a female detective investigating the murder of a senator's family member. However, this police procedural thriller is a bit darker and contains quite a bit more violence. Amaryllis by Jayne Castle, Pocket Books, 1998 is lighter and more humorous but also involves a female detective pursuing a case and a futuristic romance.
Readers who enjoyed this book may also like these non-fiction titles: Portrait of a Killer: Jack the Ripper--Case Closed by Patricia Cornwell, Putnam, 2002. Cornwell,popular author of the fictional Kay Scarpetta mystery series, tackles this expose on the famous real life serial killer who targeted prostitutes. Detective: the Inspirational Story of the Trailblazing Woman Cop who wouldn't Quit by Kathy Burke, Scribner, 2008. Burke's autobiographical account shares the details of her career that led her to become the most highly decorated female detective in New York City's police department.
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