Crazy House, James Patterson
Crazy House, James Patterson
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Crazy House

Author: James Patterson, Gabrielle Charbonnet

Narrator: Thérèse Plummer

Unabridged: 7 hr 33 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 05/22/2017


Synopsis

The heart-pounding New York Times bestselling thriller!
 
There were no charges. There was no trial. There will be no escape.
 
In the United, the population is strictly regulated, disease has been eradicated, and crime is nonexistent. Seventeen-year-old Cassie has never stepped out of line. When she tries to tell people that her suddenly missing twin, Becca, is in trouble, no one believes Cassie because Becca was always causing trouble. Except Cassie knows the truth: Becca is the ninth kid to go missing this year. And none of them have come back.
 
Meanwhile, Becca wakes up in Crazy House, a maximum-security prison. All the prisoners are kids, like her. And death is the only way out. Her only hope is that perfect little Cassie starts breaking the rules to look for her…
 
Crazy House is a non-stop thrill ride from James Patterson, the #1 bestselling author of Maximum Ride, Witch and Wizard, and Confessions of a Murder Suspect.

About James Patterson

James Patterson is a world-renowned mystery writer that has dominated the New York Times Bestseller list for decades. In fact, he holds the New York Times AND Guinness records for most best-selling, hardcover, fiction titles by a single author, an astonishing accomplishment of 76! Patterson is possible best known for his Alex Cross series, which has held the top selling detective series for the past ten years. His books have sold approximately 300 million copies worldwide and he is the first author to achieve ten million eBook sales. There have been nine files - seven made for TV movies and three major motion pictures that were adapted from Patterson novels. Unlike many of his counterparts, Patterson is a fan of collaboration and works with several ghostwriters and co-authors to keep the mysteries coming for his demanding readers. While he has received his share of criticism for this practice, it hasn't mattered to his devoted following and as he continues to top the charts with each new release. In addition to adult novels, Patterson has recently become the bestselling author for the young adult and middle grade categories.

Patterson is also well known for his philanthropy. The James Patterson Teach Education Scholarship has been established to support the next generation of teachers at 19 different universities across the country. Patterson co-hosts a webcast with Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade. ONE ON ONE: Fundamentals with Dwyane Wade and James Patterson highlights the importance of reading for success in life. He also has a website dedicated to helping parents and educators ignite the reading spark in students. The website has specific book recommendations aimed towards the child's ability. ReadKiddoRead.com also features book reviews, messages from James, a Facebook community, and contributions from other authors and celebrities that believe in the power of reading.

James Patterson was born March 22, 1947 in New York and graduated summa cum laude from Manhattan College with a B.A. in English, and summa cum laude from Vanderbilt University with an M.A. in English. He has won multiple awards for his work and has entertained and inspired millions. Patterson can occasionally be seen guest starring as himself on an episode on NBC's 'Castle'. He has a wife, Susan and a son, Jack an currently resides in Palm Beach, Florida.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Jennifer on June 20, 2017

WTF THERE BETTER BE A NEXT BOOK!!!!!......more

Goodreads review by 8stitches 9lives on November 13, 2017

This is the first book I have read by James Patterson but I have heard many good things about him from other readers. I was drawn to this book as I am a fan of YA fiction & dystopian style novels. I have been told that this is different to what Patterson usually produces and so, as a result, I will......more

Goodreads review by Danielle (The Blonde Likes Books) on July 01, 2018

This wasn’t quite what I was expecting. I thought it was going to be more of a thriller, but was actually a dystopian. It reminded me of pretty much every other dystopian YA I’d read before. Entertaining enough but no real closure, and wasn’t anything new.......more

Goodreads review by Suzzie on July 04, 2017

This is a really interesting dystopia type of fantasy and I did enjoy it very much. Read it in one sitting because I really wanted to see how it would pan out. However, I am hoping there is a sequel because there were some unanswered questions and a cliff hanger type of ending.......more

Goodreads review by Howard on January 13, 2025

In this world where the government is controlling everything, children have been going missing and the government doesn’t seem to care. The townspeople don’t seem to mind, for every child that’s gone allows another family to have a baby. But where are they going and why are they being taken?......more


Quotes

Praise for James Patterson's Crazy House:
A New York Times bestseller!An IndieBound national bestseller!A Barnes & Noble Best Book of 2017!

"Action-packed fight scenes, flickers of romance, and Patterson's signature speedy chapters should satisfy teens who like their suspense served with a side of political revolt."—Booklist

"The compelling plight of the sisters...in the prison setting is gripping stuff."—Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"A welcome reveal sets the story in a promising direction for future volumes. This title will be in high demand among fans of suspense and thrillers."—School Library Journal