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The Writer

A Thriller

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The Writer

By: James Patterson, J. D. Barker
Narrated by: Peter Ganim
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“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?

©2025 James Patterson and J. D. Barker (P)2025 Little, Brown & Company
Crime Thrillers Mystery Police Procedurals Suspense Thriller & Suspense Exciting
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Critic reviews

"Entertaining … one gonzo plot twist follows the next. … loads of fun.” —Publishers Weekly

"Nothing is as it seems in this incredible novel. … One of the best books of the year.”—Red Carpet Crash"

Unpredictable Twists • Gripping Suspense • Great Narrator • Complex Plot • Surprising Ending • Fast-paced Storytelling
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Amazing twists! I didn’t see them coming. It was so well written and a great narrator.

Awesome!!!

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I really enjoyed this book, very interesting clever and intriguing, keeps you on the edge of your seat!!!

Awesome story!!!

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So glad I picked up and listened, could not have guessed the ending in a million years. Many twists and turns and for the most part very satisfying.

Wow

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Patterson at his best! Fast moving and easy to read. Couldn't put it down. Looking for another Patterson to read.

Twists and turns!

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Wow shocked I’m completely hooked now!! Totally enjoyed this book!! Can’t wait for the next book.

Shocking

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I liked it all- it was masterfully complex, and full of surprises, great entertainment from a terrific writer

Twists and turns !

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Couldn’t put it down. I kept thinking I had it figured out and I was completely wrong.

Twists and turns

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One of the best Patterson books. I definitely recommend it for a satisfying read. Very different from others of his books.

Many surprises and plot twists

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I love the story, that’s all I have to say sorry but I liked the man’s voice.

Loved it

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Thought I had it all figured out but with all the twists I never saw it coming!

WHAT?!?

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