At least this time, with this murder, she knew he had an alibi. At the time Cicely Towers was having her throat slashed, Roarke had been fucking the hell out of the investigating officer.
This passage highlights a key moment in the plot of "Glory in Death" by J.D. Robb, where the protagonist finds some comfort in the fact that a murder suspect, Roarke, has a solid alibi. The tension surrounding the investigation is underscored by the violent nature of the crime and the unexpected twist concerning Roarke's whereabouts during the murder.
The phrase implies both a shocking act and a complex relationship, revealing Roarke's connection to the investigating officer. The combination of intimate betrayal and criminal activity creates a gripping atmosphere that invites readers to delve deeper into the unfolding mystery and the characters' intertwined lives.
