As much as Eve would like to keep her husband out of her
police work, it seems impossible for a number of reasons. First is that he is
on the fringe of almost every case just because of his immense wealth. Victims
live in buildings he owns, products are manufactured by one of his companies
etc. It’s embarrassing for Eve, though his cooperation cuts through red tape
when she wants information.
Eve likes to talk over her case with Roarke because, with
his background in illegal activities, he understands both the criminal and the
police sides of things and is a good sounding board.
Their last case was very stressful as it involved Feeney and
the death of his old partner. He’s taking advantage of Roarke’s generosity and
has taken his family to Mexico, to Roarke’s villa. In his place we meet
DETECTIVE IAN MCNABB, from the EDD Division.
Tension develops between McNabb and Peabody, a mixture of
attraction, sexual tension and a competitive streak regarding their roles
within the investigative team.
The sexual homicides are difficult for Eve, as she continues
to have dreams and flashbacks to her abusive childhood.
This book takes place during the Christmas season, Eve’s and
Roarke’s first holiday together. Neither of them ever had a real Christmas, not
one with traditions, family, friends and the giving and receiving of gifts.
They start what will be an annual event, the decorating of their personal tree
and the hosting of a holiday party.
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