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Ceremony in Death (In Death, #5)

J.D. Robb
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Ceremony in Death (In Death, #5)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003

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J.D. Robb

Ceremony in Death (In Death, #5)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

308

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

New York • Mid 21st Century

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Ceremony in Death by J.D. Robb follows Lieutenant Eve Dallas as she investigates the mysterious and ritualistic death of a fellow police officer. She delves into a world of secret societies and ceremonies, seeking justice while grappling with personal and moral conflicts. This novel combines elements of mystery and the supernatural in a futuristic setting.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

57,524 ratings

85%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Ceremony in Death by J.D. Robb receives praise for its gripping plot and well-developed characters, blending a suspenseful murder mystery with futuristic elements. However, some reviewers find its darker themes and occult focus unsettling. Overall, the novel is engaging for fans of the series but may not appeal to all readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Ceremony in Death (In Death, #5)?

Readers who enjoy Ceremony in Death by J.D. Robb typically appreciate fast-paced, suspenseful narratives with strong, complex characters. Fans of futuristic police procedurals like those in Michael Connelly's The Black Echo or James Patterson's Along Came a Spider may find this book particularly engaging.

4.4

57,524 ratings

85%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

308

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

New York • Mid 21st Century

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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