J.D. Robb discussion

Is it time for Eva and Roarke to start a family? Eve's cases have brought children into their lives and even their home. I'm not seeing them with an infant, but maybe the adoption of an older child would work. What do you think?

According to Robb, when there is a child the series stops. I would like to see them with an adoption, but what would happen to her dedication to her job. I don't know if you have children, but they definately have a tendency to change your focus.

I don't think Eve would consider having a kid while she's still an Lt, because being out on the streets like that it's pretty dangerous... Or should I say ROARKE wouldn't allow that? Haha! Can you imagine what he'd be like if Eve was pregnant???? HAHA! Maybe once she gets promoted to Captain and can ride the desk more... (Plus with the longer life expectancy, it's not SOOO important to get started on family as early.)

One thing about these guys having children is that with Roarkes mum being a twin they could end up having twins themselves. People say these things do tend to skip a generation. Imagine twin girls or boys or one of each, would be brilliant.

Sarah wrote: "One thing about these guys having children is that with Roarkes mum being a twin they could end up having twins themselves. People say these things do tend to skip a generation. Imagine twin girls ..."

Oh my gosh I never even thought of the twin thing. that is hilarious, I can only imagine.

They would be equally terrified I think. I hope when the series does finally end we get a glimpse of how they cope with children. And who would be godparents?

This would be great to actually see happen. Hopefully she doesn't leave it to our imaginations, like the wedding. Twins is definitely a good idea to get to Nora. Godparents...Mavis and Leonardo, who else?

I think Roarke might want some of his real family in Ireland involved in the godparent idea (although I definitely agree that Mavis is at the top of the list). I agree with everyone, I really hope we get a chance to see them as parents at some point, even though I know that's supposed to be the end of the story :-(

I also try and remind myself that although the series is years in the running, in their universe, they've only been married 2+ years. Still very early to be having kids (a lot of people I know enjoy just being married, together, for at least 5 years before starting a family.)

I know, I remind myself all the time of the in death timeline.

I'm thinking Mira and Feeney... Especially since Feeney's actually Catholic!

And that's true! I always forget that the story is going slowly, too! We waited almost 7 years before having a kid! (Of course, I got married when I was barely out of childhood myself (19), so.... yeah.)

Oh duh! I should have thought of that too -- Mira and Feeney would be perfect! There's no one Eve trusts more...

I think of Mira and Feeney more like they would be the grandparents! They definitely seem the mother and father figures for Eve.

That was my thought...they are both in their '60's, and even with the life expectancy over 100., they are more likely to act in a grandparent mode. Mavis would be the obvious choice, and don't people usually choose a married couple to take over for the parents in event of death?

sometimes they do. I have 2 brothers, one of them chose godparents that were married couples, the other just chose a godmother and godfather that were separate. I'm not sure how that worked out for in the event of death though. They may have had something else decided legally for it. I'm not sure. Anyways! yes I could see Mavis. I also thought of Peabody, but it felt more Mavis to me!

I can see Peabody being lie an auntie, but no way does Eve choose McNabb to operate in an important part of her child's life. I can see the point of Roarke's Irish family though.

I don't think Summerset would be godfather but he would definately be the person who would be responsible for any children Eve and Roarke would have if something happened to them. Peabody and Mavis would be godmother I think and Feeney and maybe a male from Roarkes side? Not sure who though.

He'd sure watch their backs like his life depended on it. No, he's the surrogate grandfather and would wear that robe well. (Referring to Summerset.)

I agree...those kids would be the most overprotected in NYC with Sommerset around lol

AND with Eve and Roarke as parents!!

I'm actually not terribly familiar with the concept of godparents, except what I've seen in movies. Any Catholics out there want to enlighten a Mormon girl? Errr... woman, that is. I guess I qualify as a "woman" these days. I AM married, with two kids, and am turning 30 this year!

I'm not Catholic but the concept has gotten so distorted over the years. Godparents are supposed to become guardians in the event something happens to the child's parents. For Protestants (and my Catholic husband says it's the same in his religion), those godparents are also expected to make certain the child receives proper religious training and needs are sufficient.

I'm not sure what the expectations are today.

A godparent in terms of the Catholic religion is someone who is suppose to support the child's parents with raising the child in the proper way of the Catholic faith. So they learn the prayers, the way the church operates and so forth. However they can be legally named to be the guardian if something happens the parents, however this is not a given. Usually there is a godfather and a godmother per child, however in the British royal family each child has several ( I think Prince Willam has 6 or 8)

Okay, cool!

I know the series will finish with having children but I would really love to see a novella or something similar so we knew how it ended. They way I see it it will end with Eve in an office talking about the end of a case and then we discover that she is the Commander. She answers the link and its Roarke telling her something about their children and via Summerset has organised an event which Eve curses about as usual she has to get dressed up. It would be nice if slightly cliched ending.

When Nora decides to end the series, I hope she would consider ending with a novella as you describe. We'd miss the series but we would all have closure.

I agree, I hate to think of it, but all goods things must end. When this does, I am really hoping she doesn't leave us hanging. A novella ( or two) with closure would be a great idea

But ideally she should never ever end the series ;-) I would miss all the characters too much. Maybe if the author created an equally brilliant an addictive series to replace my In Death addiction I could cope with the loss but not until then.

I just finished re-reading Born in Death and it really reaffirmed my desire to at least have a little more to the series after Eve & Roarke have kids. Eve really really deserves the opportunity to see that she would be a good mom, and it feels like it could me one of the major final steps in her overcoming her past. Like Roarke said in Survivor In Death they deserve to have that bond/love of parents and children that they never got to experience for themselves.

Maybe she could do a spinoff and we'd learn about what's going on with Eve and Roarke that way.

Who would the spinoff center around?

Propably Peabody and Mcnab! Peabody would be a homicide lieutenant and Mcnab could be lieutenant in EDD... And Dallas would be Commander by then, or at least Captain!

The spin off could centre around Bella Mavis' daughter and her best friend (insert Eve and Roarkes child/children). That could be good. :-)

Oh! Both of these are good ideas.

Bella and child of Eve/Roarke to be named? Brilliant.

Or it could be about me? And Roarkes missing identical twin who just happens to fall madly in love with me?? It could happen. ;-)

Elizabeth wrote: "I just finished re-reading Born in Death and it really reaffirmed my desire to at least have a little more to the series after Eve & Roarke have kids. "

Actually, Eve's response to kids is one of the things I like so well about her, I find her reactions absolutely funny as in some ways they do parallel mine. I think it works well to have the kids she's involved with be on a limited basis ... and belonging to someone else ... which leaves her free to freak out about them on occasion.

The thought of Eve having children is great...It would sure bring alot of humor to the books....She is terrified of children and I can just imagine her reaction just to being pregnant. However the thought of the series ending is heart wrenching...

I finished reading book "Treachery in Death" and I loved that moment when Mavis left Bella with Eve, when she went to bathroom. My smile never left those moments when Eve talked with Bella and tried figure out what she's saying. They where adorable together.
I definitely can see Eve and Roarke as parents - only when time is right - I can't wait that time (if there will be that time).
What about books never end time - well it would be sad, but better stop when books are great and don't disappoint. And when Nora decide when to stop it will be fascinating THE END!

Sarah wrote: "Or it could be about me? And Roarkes missing identical twin who just happens to fall madly in love with me?? It could happen. ;-)"

Nice! :)

If Robb does indeed end the series with Eve having kids (twins would be wonderful) I think it would be great if Robb had a spinoff for Peabody (and McNab)her being the Lieutenant. That way we can peek in on Eve, Roarke, and Summerset with the little ones.

If they had twins then they could have two sets of godparents. Doesn't Roarke have any really good friends? Maybe...brain fart...the guy from the Penny Pig. I want to say Mick, but didn't he die in Betrayal?

His two Irish friends were Brian and Mick.

Brian is alive and owns the Penny Pig. Mick (view spoiler)[is the one who died while visiting Roarke in New York. I'm not sure but I think it was in Betrayal in Death. (hide spoiler)]

Don't forget to use the spoiler feature!

Sorry!!! Totally forgot!

Would you mind editing your post, Mary? Just so those who haven't read it won't see it.

Ok. Is that better?

Perfect! Thanks so much, Mary.

Not at all and again sorry all for forgeting to use the spoiler feature! :)

Inga wrote: "I finished reading book "Treachery in Death" and I loved that moment when Mavis left Bella with Eve, when she went to bathroom. My smile never left those moments when Eve talked with Bella and trie..."

That is absolutely one of my favorite scenes too! SO adorable!

I think my favorite Bella moment was in Possession when Roarke and Eve threw a bar-b-que. I loved that she would bow and throw kisses just like Mavis.

Jonetta wrote: "Maybe she could do a spinoff and we'd learn about what's going on with Eve and Roarke that way.

Who would the spinoff center around?"

I think a spin off could center around Peabody, her and trueheart could be detectives, and partners. Baxter could be lieutenant and Eve could be captain.

that might be an interesting spinoff. I'm trying to picture peabody and trueheart partnered up now lol

Very cool idea! But I don't know how well they'd do the good-cop/bad-cop thing... Both Peabody and Trueheart (especially!) don't do the bad-cop thing as well. :-) But I still love the thought of it!