Bonded in Death

In Death

By: J. D. Robb

Narrated by: Susan Ericksen

“The energy and artistry Ericksen puts into her presentation make for an exciting listen.”—AudioFile (Earphones Award Winner)

The #1 New York Times bestselling author J. D. Robb spins an epic tale of loyalty, treachery, murder, and the long shadow of war…

His passport read Giovanni Rossi. But decades ago, during the Urban Wars, he was part of a small, secret organization called The Twelve. Responding to an urgent summons from an old compatriot, he landed in New York and eased into the waiting car. And died within minutes…

Lieutenant Eve Dallas finds the Rossi case frustrating. She’s got an elderly victim who’d just arrived from Rome; a widow who knows nothing about why he’d left; an as-yet unidentifiable weapon; and zero results on facial recognition. But when she finds a connection to the Urban Wars of the 2020s, she thinks Summerset—fiercely loyal, if somewhat grouchy, major-domo and the man who’d rescued her husband from the Dublin streets—may know something from his stint as a medic in Europe back then.

When Summerset learns of the crime, his shock and grief are clear—because, as he eventually reveals, he himself was one of The Twelve. It’s not a part of his past he likes to revisit. But now he must—not only to assist Eve’s investigation, but because a cryptic message from the killer has boasted that others of The Twelve have also died. Summerset is one of those who remain—and the murderous mission is yet to be fully accomplished…

A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin’s Press.

©2025 J. D. Robb (P)2025 Macmillan Audio

Critic reviews

"The thrills keep on coming, and the final interrogation...is as satisfying as ever."—Kirkus Reviews

A book written for the fans

This book is a wonderful tribute to Sommerset’s backstory, in my opinion. I really enjoyed the reveal more about his service, his wife and warrior friends. I look forward to the next book. Narration was excellent as always.

Pleasurably surprised.

It was a very interesting story. Unlike others I have read her book 2 or 3 times waiting for new releases, the last three books along with this one is unlike the older books. However very good.

Interesting storyline … but needs a different narrator

Don’t like the narrator - just four chapters in, but I’m looking for another book to listen to. Maybe I’ll get used to the narrating or just ignore the jarring sounds of it until the end, but right now, it’s grating on my nerves 🫤

the twelve

visiting and spending time with old friends and hearing about their old times and new stories

Team work

I enjoyed seeing Summerser's team working with Dallas. I also liked how the author keeps reminding us that intelligent and hard working woman can be more than just a housewife.

Loved it

Nothing the book was awesome just like always JD Robb never misses I already ordered her next book

Backstory

I greatly enjoyed the new characters that come from Summerset’s backstory. I also greatly appreciated the consistency with which the whole team gets Justice work done.

Classic In Death!

The writing here is what put this series on the map. Excellent storytelling. Nary a soapbox in sight - really good listen.

Fresh idea for a story

I love getting more background into the community in Eve Dallas’ world. This was a great deep dive. As usually the best performance in audible for capturing the voices! I love these books for the narration!!!!

And she does it again!!!

Well, I hate that I finished it as I have to wait until September for my next “IN DEATH” fix! Awesome book. Miss Mavis and all of the progress on the HOUSE. When will #3 arrive?