The Writer: A Thriller

Name: The Writer: A Thriller
Rating: 4.677419185638428 (31 reviews)

James Patterson · J. D. Barker

Mar 2025 · Sold by Little, Brown

31 reviews

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A true-crime author gets swept up in a murder plot in a psychological thriller from the world's #1 bestselling author, James Patterson.

"Excellent ... perfectly executed ... genuinely suspenseful, even shocking." —Booklist

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 two people. One of them is famous. One of them is dead. And only one of them knows the ending to this story. Is it the victim or the killer?

“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

A true-crime author gets swept up in a murder plot in a psychological thriller from the world's #1 bestselling author, James Patterson. "Excellent ... perfectly executed ... genuinely suspenseful, even shocking." —Booklist NYPD Detective Declan Shaw gets a call: How fast can you get to the Beresf...

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31 reviews

CrazyAboutCats &OtherAnimals

September 21, 2025

Very intricate plot and a pleasure to read. I gave it 4 stars because it was not Patterson's best. It depends on the co-author, to determine how the book will ultimately turn out. I paid too much 😕 for this book 📖. I previously purchased a very large paper-back copy of 'Woman of God' at Costco. It was excellent.👌🏻👍🏻 I have read it 3 times, and recommended it to many people. I LOVE this book 📚!!!!!

Angela Rose

April 2, 2025

Phenomenal! My first book by both authors & I can't wait to get my hands on more. This book was fast paced & absolutely kept me on the edge of my seat, reading late into the night. The plot twists and turns started much sooner than I'm used to, each one more jaw dropping than the last. Whiplash! Written in such a way that I truly felt close to the story, like I was along for the rollercoaster ride with the characters. Truly a wonderful read, this will be hard to be at for my favorite book of 2025.

Nathan Price

May 30, 2025

The amount of suspense from the very beginning to the literal end. Not to mention all the twists and turns in this juicy plot. Beautiful writing and a great read. I felt like when the ending was coming, it ended too abruptly. Nice way to finish though.

About the author

James Patterson is the most popular storyteller of our time. An Edgar, ten-time Emmy, and Literarian Award–winning creator of countless beloved series—including Alex Cross, the Women’s Murder Club, and Maximum Ride—Patterson has coauthored #1 bestselling novels with Bill Clinton, Dolly Parton, Michael Crichton, and Viola Davis, as well as #1 bestselling nonfiction, including The Idaho Four, Walk in My Combat Boots, and Filthy Rich.

J. D. Barker is the international bestselling author of numerous books, including Dracul and The Fourth Monkey. His novels have been translated into two dozen languages and optioned for both film and television. Barker resides in coastal New Hampshire with his wife, Dayna, and their daughter, Ember.

James Patterson is the most popular storyteller of our time. An Edgar, ten-time Emmy, and Literarian Award–winning creator of countless beloved series—including Alex Cross, the Women’s Murder Club, and Maximum Ride—Patterson has coauthored #1 bestselling novels with Bill Clinton, Dolly Parton, Mi...

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