The Writer, James Patterson
The Writer, James Patterson
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The Writer
A Thriller

Bestseller

Author: James Patterson, J. D. Barker

Narrator: Peter Ganim

Unabridged: 9 hr 30 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 03/17/2025


Synopsis

“Consider blocking out a few hours of uninterrupted reading time” for The Writer, #1 New York Times bestselling author James Patterson’s “Excellent… perfectly executed … genuinely suspenseful” (Booklist) thriller about a true-crime author swept up in a murder plot.

“Entertaining…one gonzo plot twist follows the next…loads of fun.” (Publishers Weekly)
 
NYPD Detective Declan Shaw gets a call: How fast can you get to the Beresford building on Central Park West?
 
In the tower apartment, Shaw finds a woman waiting for him. She’s covered in blood. A body is lying dead on the floor of the luxurious living room.
 
Every book in the apartment’s floor-to-ceiling shelves is by the same author: bestselling true-crime writer Denise Morrow. 
 
"This is you?" Shaw asks the woman. "You're a writer?"

Only one person knows the ending to this story. Is it the victim or the killer?

Author Bio

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 Jayme on March 23, 2025

The book cover promises that “you”ll never forget the ending”… So, did this collaboration between James Patterson and J. D. Barker deliver on that promise? YES! IT DID! Best Selling True Crime novelist Denise Morrow is writing a book called “The Taking of Maggie Marshall” which will expose NYPD Detec......more

Goodreads review by Holly on January 29, 2025

Stunned! My heart has been racing throughout this one. 🏃‍➡️❤️ A dark, shocking story that had my anxiety building as I tried to connect the dots. You may find yourself second guessing everything! James Patterson and J.D. Barker give us a suspenseful, bumpy ride. Just when you think you can't be more......more

Goodreads review by Debra on March 08, 2025

Mic drop 🎤 I mean seriously this book was off the hook amazing! Simply Brilliant! Addictive, gripping, hard to put down, and shocking!!!! James Patterson and J.D. Barker have outdone themselves with The Writer!!!!! This writing duo can do no wrong in my book! Bestselling true-crime author Denise Mor......more

Goodreads review by Linzie (suspenseisthrillingme) on April 08, 2025

GASP! O.M.G! YES! The Writer deserves three whole exclamatory phrases thanks to those twisty last few chapters! The definition of fast-paced and propulsive, this dynamite crime thriller hit just the right balance of dark, suspenseful, and twisted. From the epic game of cat-and-mouse where I couldn’t......more

Goodreads review by NZLisaM on March 18, 2025

James Patterson and J.D. Barker sure pulled the wool over my eyes! Haunted by a past case, Detective Declan Shaw of the NYPD is in a deserted subway station about to end it all by throwing himself in front of a train. Until his phone rings. His partner Jarod Cordova is requesting his presence on a perp......more