The Horsewoman, James Patterson
The Horsewoman, James Patterson
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The Horsewoman

Bestseller

Author: James Patterson, Mike Lupica

Narrator: Chloe Cannon

Unabridged: 11 hr 7 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 01/10/2022

Synopsis

This "hugely entertaining, riveting page-turner" (Louise Penny) follows the complicated relationship between mother and daughter as they face off in the Olympics—and into a ride they can barely control. Maggie Atwood and Becky McCabe, mother and daughter, both champion riders, vowed to never, ever, go up against one another. 
 
Until the tense, harrowing competitions leading to the Paris Olympics. 
 
Mother and daughter share a dream: to be the best horsewoman in the world.
 
Coronado is Maggie’s horse. An absolutely top-tier Belgian warmblood. 
Sky is Becky’s horse. A small, speedy Dutch warmblood. 
 
Only James Patterson could bring you such breakneck speed, hair-raising thrills and spills.  
 
Only hall of fame sportswriter Mike Lupica could make it all so real.

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 Ellen on January 24, 2022

Blech. Only read James Patterson when I think the story might be good. As a person who has ridden, owned horses and jumped, his tale of show jumping at the highest level left me cold. I am nit picking but I don't care....first, how small is a small show jumping horse....14.1 hands like Stroller? 15.......more

Goodreads review by Aviva on March 01, 2022

A book about women and horses written by men who don't understand women and horses. I love almost any book about horses but it was very clear the authors did minimal research while trying to use horse world buzzwords. It also became increasingly annoying to hear "I said," "he said," "she said" over......more

Goodreads review by Christina on February 16, 2022

Well, I finally read an adult James Patterson novel. (Have only read a few of his teen series.) Can't say that I was very impressed. Obviously a novel about a mother and daughter competing against each other in the showjumping world, trying to earn a spot on the US Olympic team, is going to be one i......more

Goodreads review by Aleta on March 03, 2022

I’m 50 percent through, didn’t think I’d get this far, but will probably finish. This really is a YA story, or should I say, I don’t think the writing is up to adult level. So much inane conversation, plus just repetitive information. The riding parts drive me crazy. Especially every time a rider go......more

Goodreads review by Cindy on January 10, 2022

While I typically enjoy Patterson's books (and love horses), this one just didn't capture my interest. For the most part, I felt the characters were uninspired and the dialogue somewhat pedantic. Once he started opining on the plight of the "poor undocumented immigrants", I gave up. I find that offe......more

Quotes

“Patterson and Lupica manage to get deep into the world of high-level show jumping and also, incredibly for two men, deep into the lives of three generations of strong women.  I don’t know what’s more compelling—the white-knuckle descriptions of the horse shows in the lead-up to the Olympics or the tense, complex relationships among the three women.  We grow to care deeply about these horsewomen.  This is a hugely entertaining, riveting, page-turner of a book.  A thrilling and thoughtful read.” —Louise Penny, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Chief Inspector Gamache series

“The Horsewoman is more than a thriller--it’s an eye-opening ride through the high-stakes world of equestrian show-jumping. Patterson and Lupica make a great team, writing at a full gallop and with faultless timing of the lives of three fearless women connected by blood, competition, and a passion for fast horses.”
 —Carl Hiaasen, bestselling author of Squeeze Me

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