Tick—a killer's countdown begins, but...
A rash of horrifying crimes tears through the city, throwing it into complete chaos and terrorizing everyone living there. Immediately, it becomes clear that they are not the work of an amateur, but of a calculating, efficient, and deadly mastermind.
Tick—can Michael Bennett catch him before...
The city calls on Detective Michael Bennett, pulling him away from a seaside retreat with his ten adopted children, his grandfather, and their beloved nanny, Mary Catherine. Not only does it tear apart their first vacation since Michael's wife Maeve died—it leaves the entire family open to attack.
Tock—your time is up.
Bennett enlists the help of a former colleague, FBI Agent Emily Parker. As his affection for Emily grows into something stronger, his relationship with Mary Catherine takes an unexpected turn. All too soon, another appalling crime leads Bennett to a shocking discovery that exposes the killer's pattern and the earth-shattering enormity of his plan.
Even though this is book 4 in a series, it does stand alone well. The authors do a good job of filling you in on Michael's history. The action is fast-paced, with Michael hardly having a minute to enjoy his vacation. However, I really did not care about the crime/criminals, I was more interested in what was going on at home and with Michael's love life. Looking forward to what happens next in Michael's life. A quick, enjoyable read.Author: James Patterson & Michael Ledwidge
Published: Jan. 2011
Pages: 387 (ARC)
Genre: Fiction/Detective Series
Source: Hatchette Book Group (Thank you for sending me this review copy)
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4 comments:
I enjoyed the other books in this series and look forward to this one. Like you, I suspect I will be more interested in Michael's home life and a new romantic interest. I mean, 10 kids. Gotta have some interesting home situations. LOL
I've always had mixed responses to Patterson's books. They are never as good as I think they're going to be.
I haven't really branched out on his other books because I've been devoted to Alex Cross, but maybe I would really like Michael??
I think I am due for some Patterson... I listened to so many of his audios last year and really enjoyed them.... I should look for this in audio.
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