Well that certainly didn't go like I had expected, but that's a good thing, and this book is a good one, there are so many twists you don't know where it's going to end up. True crime writer Denise Morrow, has called the police to her swanky apartment after she came home and found her husband dead. Detective Declan Shaw and his partner Jarod Cordova, respond and find Denise covered in blood and her husband dead from stab wounds. Denise had in her 911 call requested that Declan show up, Denise is writing a new book based on a crime that Declan and his partner had worked several years ago, Denise is known for finding out facts and embarrassing police by writing of them in her books. Things really start to take twists soon after, the case that Denise is writing her book about figures prominently in the story, that and several other twists will make your head spin trying to keep up. Mentioning any would be a spoiler, I would highly recommend this book, you will zip right through it. Thanks to #Netgalley and #Little Brown and Co for the ARC.

Wow, this book packs so many twists and turns! A murder in a secure building, plenty of clues that don’t add up, more murders, and an ending I did not see coming.

An edge-of-your seat thriller I absolutely loved!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Well – Once again a book that I just could not put down!

The Writer by the Co-Authors James Patterson and J.D. Barker, who are one of, if not my favourite wring teams.

You are going to want to settle in, clear your schedules and jump right in. Once you begin this book nothing else around you will matter.

A real cat and mouse story, full of twists and turns that just does not let up.

These two authors really know how to tell a story.

The ending is dynamic and worth every word.

Staged in NY, with the main characters being a true crime author with more tricks up her sleeve than one could imagine, and a NYPD Detective that is on edge, and complex and interesting.

I look forward to more great books by this pair of fine authors in the future.

Thank you to NetGalley, Authors James Patterson and J.D. Barker, and Little Brown and Company for my advanced copy to read and review.

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I have read everything these 2 guys have written together. I put my life on hold so that I can sit down and read. They always write a book that I can't put down and this was no exception.

I loved the characters (even the really unlikable ones) and the story just blew me away. I escaped the frigid weather outside losing myself in this story and had a fabulous time.

Thanks to Netgalley for the opportunity to read this book

I started reading the Alex Cross books as they were published in the 90’s (I spent much of the early to mid 1990’s recuperating from (14) surgeries after being hit by a speeding car as a pedestrian. I was in the hospital or at home and I’ve never been overmuch for tv shows, napping doesn’t work for me, so I spent a lot of time reading.

I hadn’t read many of Patterson’s collaborations however, so I was really happy to receive an early copy of The Writer (thank you so much Little, Brown and Company!) and wow, I was immediately pulled into the story and it held me rapt! The Writer was a highly enjoyable read and kept me turning the pages, eager to find out more - I didn’t want to stop reading this one.

*police procedural
*so very twisty
*the pacing
*kept me guessing

I hadn’t read J.D. Barker’s writing before, but I enjoyed this so much that I will definitely be reading more of his work 🙂

An absolute recommendation!



Many thanks to Little, Brown and Company and NetGalley for the DRC

James Patterson and J. D. Barker brings us the story of intrigue when Detective Shaw is called to the scene of a crime. He finds the wife hovering over her dead husband's body covered in blood. The only problem is that it is not his blood and she was nowhere near the scene of the crime when it happened. She was at a bookstore giving a talk as a true crime writer to an audience. Detective Shaw, his partner, and the entire department must figure out what really happened that ended with the death of this man and how his wife may be connected. Will he figure things out in time or will it be too late and the killer gets away with murder?

James Patterson and J. D. Barker brings us a story with many twists and turns as you try to figure out what really happened. You get to meet all the players and find things out as they uncover clues as they try to piece them altogether. You keep turning the page to see what happens and then want to slow down as you get towards the end but still wanting to know more. It is an exciting adventure you get to go on in the comfort of your own bed as you follow along and try to figure things out before they do. Will this mystery actually get solved? Will they figure it out in time? Will they get the right person or just the one that seems to be right? Read to find out.

I read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I would like to thank NetGalley and Little, Brown and Company for this privilege.

Wow, absolutely loved this book. See what happens when a famous writer.. Is the prime suspect in her husband’s murder. That is until others come up dead. Two determined police officers try and solve this case. Only to realize all is definitely not what it seems.

I continue to be amazed by this writing duo. I'd love to know how they do it. If you know their secret formula, please share it!

Meanwhile, back to the book. "The Writer" is the latest offering from this pair. Like the novels they teamed up on previously, it is very well written. But this one has more curves, twists, turns, and flip-flops than any of its predecessors.

As soon as you're confident you've got the mystery solved, a new fact is tossed in the mix. This is truly an "I can't wait to find out what happens next" kind of novel. The characters are developed extremely well. The details are precise. The clues are everywhere, if you know where to look. (I didn't)

This one has to get five stars. The story alone is worth five stars. Read it!

What did I just read??? Sooo many twists and a killer ending! This was so good. If you like psychological thrillers, read this!!!

I've long been a fan of James Patterson and have always enjoyed his novels. The description of this novel intrigued me from the start.
The characters are written so well. You understand their motivations, thoughts and why they act the way they act. The novel grabs you from the get-go and I honestly did not put it down until it was finished. There are twists and turns, surprises and unexpected moments throughout. You are kept guessing on how it will end. And honestly, you probably will never guess the ending.
Reminiscent of a Steve Cavanagh novel with the twists throughout.
I thoroughly enjoyed this novel and look forward to telling everyone about it.

If you’re looking for an addictive thriller that will have you ignoring all of your daily tasks then The Writer needs to be your next read. Thrilling, edge of your seat with a chilling murderer POV. This is thriller writing at its finest. Just when you think you’ve got it all figured out BAM they hit you with THAT ending!! Add this James Patterson & J..D. Barker standalone to your TBR list and you won’t be disappointed!!

Thank you to NetGalley and Little, Brown and Company for the ARC. What a roller coaster ride that was. Many twists and turns that will keep you guessing throughout the whole book. Well done gentlemen!

A famous crime writer's husband is dead. Detective Declan Shaw is called to a murder scene. He finds a woman waiting for him covered in blood standing next to the victim. The room is filled with books that she has written. She swears she did not kill her husband. Is that true or is she the next victim? A very quick engaging read.

“The Writer” by James Patterson; J. D. Barker is a dark, twisty mystery thriller that will keep you fully immersed till you read the very last word! The story opens with a young cop contemplating suicide and a famous true crime writer sitting next to her dead husband’s body covered in blood denying her involvement.
The fun ride to find the killer will keep your head spinning as a new OMG moment happens in every chapter. I can’t say more as I don’t want to spoil the addictive and thrilling whodunnit, but I must add that the book is awesome and it’s a must read!

Than you NetGalley and Little, Brown and Company for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Oh my gosh, where do I even start? This book was such a whirlwind! Like, it had all the makings of a juicy thriller—murders, secrets, and plot twists that totally made my head spin. Every time I thought I had it all figured out, boom, another curveball. It’s like the story was playing a game of “gotcha” with me the entire time.

The pacing? Perfect. The suspense? Through the roof. The characters? Okay, they weren’t exactly people I’d want to hang out with, but they were totally fascinating to watch unravel. And let’s talk about the ending—it was satisfying, but not in the “tie it all up with a bow” way. More like the “drop the mic and walk away” vibe. If you’re into detective stories with a side of “wait, what just happened?” moments, you’ll probably devour this one like I did.

Big thanks to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

Wow! Patterson and Barker did not disappoint with this one. The levels of deciet by so many in this book kept me changing my thoughts on the guilty part throughout the book. The characters were developed well and while there were many twists and turns all of it was conceivable. I highly recommend this book!!

A new stand alone novel by James Patterson and J.D. Barker, The Writer is a wild rollercoaster of a read. The intricacies of the twists and turns of the plot make this a tough one to put down. Red herrings abound and the ending is totally unpredictable.. A fast paced read that will linger in the reader’s thoughts well beyond the last page.

I’ve been reading James Patterson for well over 20 years, and while his earlier books are definitely my favorites, any book of his is sure to send you on a wild ride! Definitely give this one a try if you like his other work.

Wow! I love James Patterson and I read all the Alex Cross and Women’Murder Club books. This is a stand alone book and it is actually one of my favorite books from the authors. It starts out with a bang and ends with an even bigger one. There are so many twists and turns that just when you think you have it all figured out, you find out you were wrong, and I don’t want to give away any of the surprises. Please pick this book up and enjoy the ride. You will not be disappointed.

The Writer by James Patterson & JD Barker
James Patterson books rarely disappoint and this one definitely did not. I started and finished it in one day. Lots of twists and turns and that ending will blow you away.
NYPD cop Declan Shaw is thinking of ending his life in front of a train when his partner calls him to a crime scene involving a famous true crime author. Denise Morrow finds her husband murdered when she returns home after a book signing. She asks for Declan Shaw, which is odd especially since her soon to be released book doesn’t paint him in a very good picture. This book will reel you in and keep you hooked wondering how the heck this is all gonna fit together.