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Witness in Death
517 pages
A gritty, fast-paced procedural where theatrical glamour collides with cold-blooded murder and fierce romantic devotion.
What it feels like
Reading this book feels like stepping into the chaotic, high-stakes energy of a Broadway opening night that suddenly pivots into a gritty crime scene. The atmosphere is a compelling blend of theatrical glamour and the stark, cynical reality of police work. It moves at a brisk, confident clip, driven by sharp, witty dialogue and a fiercely competent protagonist who anchors the narrative. Beneath the suspenseful puzzle of unmasking a killer, there is a deep, grounding emotional current provided by an unwavering romantic partnership. The prose is punchy and observant, perfectly capturing the tension of being thrust into the spotlight. It will thoroughly delight readers who crave a smart, twisty procedural balanced by intense, ride-or-die romance.
- Mood
- theatrical
- tense
- gritty
- glamorous
- Tone
- wry
- pragmatic
- suspenseful
- romantic
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- the weight of the spotlight · performance versus reality · unwavering partnership · pursuit of justice
- The writing
- Punchy and dialogue-driven, balancing the sharp, cynical edge of a seasoned detective with moments of profound, grounding intimacy.
- The arc
- Moves from the sudden shock of a public tragedy through a labyrinth of high-pressure deception, culminating in a satisfying, hard-won justice.
- Who it's for
- Readers who love fiercely competent heroines, intricate procedural puzzles, and a romance built on absolute trust and mutual respect.
Content notes
- murder
- on-page violence
- blood
- past trauma
About the book
11# Eve Dallas Investigation In Death
New York Lieutenant Eve Dallas is thrust into the spotlight when a celebrity is killed right before her eyes, she takes a new place in crime - as both officer and witness to murder...
There was always an audience for murder. Opening night at New York's New Globe Theatre turns from stage scene to crime scene when the leading man is stabbed to death right on centre stage. Now Eve Dallas has a high profile celebrity homicide on her hands. Not only is she primary detective, she's also a witness - and when the press discovers that her husband, Roarke, owns the theatre, there's more media interest than either can handle. The only way out is to move fast. Question everyone - and everything. And in the meantime, try to tell the difference between the truth - and really good acting....
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