Would recommend -- I've read the entire series and it is ...
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Would recommend -- I've read the entire series and it is excellently written and the story line grabs you..I can't wait for the 4th book " Ryker"
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I read the most recent novel in this series first and liked it so much that I have bought the entire series and am now working my way from Penny's first book back to the most recent. I am on Book #4 now, and have yet to be bored with the recurring characters or disappointed in the story. Splendid series.
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I have been reading the series and look forward to reading the rest of the stories. The author keeps you totally aware of who the characters are. Past history and how they fit into the story which is nice especially if you only pick up one book. I would recommend reading them all and in order they have enough twists and turns to keep your interest.
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I've read all 5 books in the series.  The story is very, very good.  The characters develop over time in the series.  The only problem I had was the simplistic writing style.  At times it was more like "See Jane Run".  However that did not deter me from reading the whole series :)
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I have been a continuing fan of J.D. Robb's "In Death" mystery series. I have read every book, and routinely order a copy of each new book as it is published. Although new readers can read each book in the series as a stand alone book, I personally have a strong preference for reading each book of the series in sequence, since it allows a better understanding of the continuing characters and their relationships. For example, Eve Dallas, the central character is a New York City Police Detective during a time period of roughly 50 years in the future. Although this allows some future technology into the stories, the real focus is on the continuing drama of human beings in all their strengths, weaknesses and struggles to achieve something during their life times. Of course, there are people who still murder others -- and Eve Dallas, as a highly competent Homicide Detective is there to "speak for the dead" in bringing such individuals to justice. Great reads with a lot of realistic human interactions.
213012
This is a multi-generational series that encompasses the many different ways that families can be formed. I enjoyed the books so much that I read the entire series without switching to something else. I started when I had pneumonia, and I was glad to have something so entertaining and diverting to read. The characters are likeable and sympathetic. I continuously wanted to know what would happen to them next.
1232098
I'd read the entire series up until the newest book was recently published and now I'm planning to read it as well. The paper magician is a fantastic series!
3668252
Well written  and moving. Characters are well drawn and fully believable. What more could you ask? Enjoyed the entire series. Please read.
4302648
I did like the entire series, each book made sense as it continued forward each building off of the last one. It wasn't totally predictable, but interesting enough that I finished the last two books in 3 days. An unexpected tear jerker, itd definatley worth the read, but should be read in order.
4001236
Lucky people can now buy the whole series and binge-read it.  I've been following them from the beginning, and am now going back to review -- recommend, really -- the earlier ones.  This guy knows how to write kickass action, and do character as well.  They're real people in really, really weird situations.
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I'm obviously YEARS (decades) behind reading this series, and indeed sadly only discovered it because of conversations after the death of the author. It turned out my wife had been experiencing the series for a very long time through books on tape. She's been through the entire series without ever reading one of the books! LOL

"The Last Camel" I thought was a comeback from a couple of rather lackluster efforts. Here Peters did a take-off of a H. Ryder Haggard novel and let you know frequently just how much on purpose that was. Our heroes are herein lured to and detained in the remnants of an ancient civilization, and once again their young son Ramses has a much firmer grasp on the realities of their trouble than either of this parents. As always, Peabody's supreme self-confidence is used as a humorous device in juxtaposition to the realities of their underlying difficulties.

The plot is intricate and interesting ... the mysteries wrapped up nicely in the last pages.

Highly recommended ... but read the series. If you read this book as a stand-alone effort you would miss much of the fabric of the characters.
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I've heard a lot of thing about this book and have been considering reading it for some years but never got around to it, but since the series is at it's end thought I might start e-reading and I've enjoyed it a great deal and love the character building. I'm going to make it my goal to read all 14 books by the end of the year.  I've just begone on the second book and it's looking quite promising.
4087759
Have read the entire series ... about 15 books and highly recommend.  I know a number of other people who also love and read the entire series ... so suggest starting with this one the 1st book of the series.
3185326
I've read the entire In Death series except for the newest one and decided a little over a week ago to start the series from book 1 again.  Bought the next set of 5 .  May have to take a break and read the newest one.  All the characters are believable and likable.  Particularly fond of Roarke.  Even Somerset grows on you.
I do think that after I read the next set that I'll buy the books individually since the cost is the same.  There's no incentive to buy the sets since money savings would be the only reason.
If you haven't read any of the books I highly recommend them.
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I am enjoying this series very much. The characters are interesting and endearing, the story well developed and complex and the resolution satisfying while still leaving the door open for further development. Recommend it wholeheartedly!
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Admittedly, I started with the TV show first, and have come to the books later. If you are in the same situation, I highly recommend reading the books which will add to your enjoyment of this complex and engaging story. This Kindle version is helpful as you can keep track of the many characters by using the x-ray feature. Also, for those intimidated by the bulk of the print books' trim, the Kindle version is lessintimidating. :)
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I have purchased all of the "collection" books there are in this series. I admit, I'm addicted.

If you're not a fan of the "In Death" series, maybe you haven't read enough of them. I'm finishing the 32nd "Treachery in Death" and from the first one through this one, I've only encountered a couple that weren't (in my opinion) up to the usual standards J. D. Robb [Nora Roberts] has set for herself. Her books are a great blend of semi-futuristic New York, credible police investigations, mystery, suspense, action, and romance, with a terrific sense of humor. One of the things I like best about the series is the romance part of the stories doesn't take over the whole book. In fact, I wouldn't characterize them as "romance novels", but rather mystery novels or action/adventure/police procedural, with romance added. The romance scenes are well-written, though - after all, Nora Roberts made a name for herself with best-selling "romance novels".

So if your first read of one of the series left you nonplussed, I encourage you to take some time to read them from the beginning. You don't have to - each book can survive on its own - but doing so gives you many inside glimpses into the characters and their backgrounds that enhance readers' enjoyment of the series.