Fantasy in Death

In Death, Book 30

By: J. D. Robb

Narrated by: Susan Ericksen

Bart Minnock, founder of the computer gaming giant U-Play, enters his private playroom, and eagerly can’t wait to lose himself in an imaginary world, to play the role of a sword-wielding warrior king, in his company’s latest top-secret project, Fantastical.

The next morning, he is found in the same locked room, in a pool of blood, his head separated from his body. It is the most puzzling case Eve Dallas has ever faced, and it is not a game.

Lt. Eve Dallas is having as much trouble figuring out how Bart Minnock was murdered as who did the murdering. The victim’s girlfriend seems sincerely grief-stricken, and his quirky-but-brilliant partners at U-Play appear shocked as well. No one seemed to have a problem with the enthusiastic, high-spirited millionaire of course, success can attract jealousy, and gaming, like any business, has its fierce rivalries and dirty tricks—as Eve’s husband, Roarke, one of U-Play’s competitors, knows well. But Minnock was not naïve, and he knew how to fight back in the real world as well as the virtual one.

Eve and her team are about to enter the next level of police work, in a world where fantasy is the ultimate seduction—and the price of defeat is death.

Crack another case with Eve Dallas.©2010 J.D. Robb (P)2010 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

Parts Had ROTFLMAO

Convo between Eve and Peabody about the magic stick had me laughing hard and out loud. The who did it has gotten better because I didn't guess the ending. Fun escapism as usual.

Fantasy In Death (J D Robb)

Excellent Book, I enjoyed the audiobook, it travels well

Another great book in an incredible series!

Would you listen to Fantasy in Death again? Why?

Yes. Story and characters are great and Susan Ericksen is the best.

What other book might you compare Fantasy in Death to and why?

Not sure

What about Susan Ericksen’s performance did you like?

Always always awesome! Her characters are so clear that it really feels like you are listening to an ensemble.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes but glad I couldn't

Any additional comments?

Superlative story, does not disappoint.

Never a miss with this series.

J.D. Robb pairs gaming and greed - a murderous combination as the partners of a gaming company discover with the death of one of their partners. The futuristic NYPSD has their top cop on it as Dallas, Roarke and crew look for clues in a hologram game where there are no clues. Tension, frustration, anger and dogged determination push through to a most satisfying end. A plus for me continues to be seeing the ongoing relationships with Mavis, Nadine and the other murder cops in Dallas' squad played out with wit, compassion, great dialogue and, of course, the bad guys get their due. A big smile and nod to Susan Ericksen who narrates with skill and aplomb all the various characters.

Fantasy revealed

What did you love best about Fantasy in Death?

The company was started just before the book was written. Technology is great and a look to see what is going to be coming out.

Have you listened to any of Susan Ericksen’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I can't believe she does all the different voices and keeps them straight with all the books.

Creativity to the Max

Nora Roberts/JD Robb never gets old with her story lines, this one was especially creative. I've never not enjoyed her stories, but this way very unique!

A voice, is but a VOICE!!

As with all books in this series, they just continue to impress. The Robb/Ericksen team is the best match I've come across thus far.
These character's voices are an intricate and complex unity for the enjoyment of us all.

Ericksen's gift of intertwining each character's voice and personality is what allows for the "fluidity" in the narration of Robb's stories, and it is more than impressive. I've heard nothing like it in any other audible to date. And I've listened to good and bad.

Question for all those who criticised "Peabody's" voice:
How many of you actually define a person's intelligence by their voice?? (Raise your hands if you think this way). Now.... go to the end of the line. While you're there.. check your character!

When they changed Peabody's voice in book 13 "Seduction in death", I was boggled. I actually stopped listening. I could barely tell them apart (Eve & Peabody).
Then I read of the complaints. Outrageous. I was relieved to hear Peabody's voice, slowly come back. She has pluck and balances out Eve's emotions when they overheat.. and is often the comic relief, which even Eve appreciates.

People actually believe that a person's voice defines who and what they are??
If so, there are plenty of mono toned narrations out there that should send them down "comfy lane", as to their "intelligence", or lack thereof. It's not just irritating to read such reviews but saddening. One's ability to articulate intellingence has little to do with vocal chords (except the obvious).

Never judge a book by it's cover.
Or in this case... Must I actually say it??

To Susan Ericksen: Don't change a thing. The emotional flow of the story and each character is defined by J.D. Robb and your ability to understand and comunicate the complexities to us, the listeners. At least to those of us who know the difference and can appreciate the talent.
You give Robb's (audible) stories, life. Thank you!
Opal

Fantastic!

Once again JD Robb comes through with another great read! This is number 30 of a great series. Susan Ericksen does an awesome job narrating. Worth a credit for sure!

Cyber Death

Another excellent In Death series book, Killing in the cyber fantasy world. Excellent narration as usual. I would highly recommend this book as well as the entire series.

Fantastic! A Home run

What did you love best about Fantasy in Death?

I really love the story line. I actually am not done, but it really is fascinating.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Fantasy in Death?

The opening scene.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, but alas not enough time. I have been driving around the block a lot!