by J.D. Robb
Part of In Death, book 2
First published 1995
Rain soaks the sidewalk where the first body lies. Police Lieutenant Eve Dallas stands over another beautiful victim in 2058 New York City. Advanced genetic testing has reduced violent crime, but murder still finds a way. The second woman dies in her apartment building. Both victims shared more than beauty and success. Their high profile relationships with wealthy, powerful men created a web of dangerous connections. Eve discovers a long roster of potential killers among the city's elite. The investigation takes a personal turn when evidence points toward Roarke, her own lover. Technology can expose the darkest secrets, but some crimes hide in places scanners cannot reach. Eve must navigate between her professional duty and personal loyalty while a killer remains free.
Genres: romance, mystery, crime, thriller, detective, 21st-century
Vibes: atmospheric, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, personal-stakes
Setting: New York City
Period: 2058
296 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Berkley Books