Death of the Black Widow, James Patterson
Death of the Black Widow, James Patterson
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Death of the Black Widow

Bestseller

Author: James Patterson, J. D. Barker

Narrator: Ryan Vincent Anderson

Unabridged: 12 hr 12 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 04/19/2022


Synopsis

She destroys the men she loves—and escapes every time. The most dangerous killer James Patterson has ever created is also his most seductive.
 
On his first night with Detroit PD, Officer Walter O’Brien is called to a murder scene. A terrified twenty-year-old has bludgeoned her kidnapper with skill that shocks even O’Brien’s veteran partner. The young woman is also a brilliant escape artist. Her bold flight from police custody makes the case impossible to solve—and, for Walter, even more impossible to forget.
 
By the time Walter’s promoted to detective, his fascination with the missing, gray-eyed woman is approaching obsession. And when Walter discovers that he’s not alone in his search, one truth is certain. This deadly string of secrets didn’t begin in his home city—but he’s going to make sure it ends there.   
 

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 Tracy on June 16, 2022

This book was so insanely crazy!! It was definitely non stop action from beginning to the last page. Very creepy, obsessive and I loved it. It was the kind of book that once you got started you couldn’t stop, lots of drama, mystery, and things that could make a great movie.......more

Goodreads review by Bookreporter.com on April 24, 2022

James Patterson has worked with many authors over the years. One of my favorite collaborators of his is J. D. Barker. Their latest effort, DEATH OF THE BLACK WIDOW, blows the roof off of anything Patterson has done from a supernatural standpoint and features perhaps the most memorable villain to eve......more

Goodreads review by PWA on April 24, 2022

I'm very disappointed in this author. This is a Paranormal story which should have been mentioned in his introduction. I was enjoying this mystery til I reached about half way and realized what this was. There are people like me that would not have bought this book as I do not believe in this nonsen......more

Goodreads review by Luna on September 01, 2022

The Outsider by Stephen King version 2.0 and so greatly improved upon by Patterson/Barker (P/B). So this review may sound off more about King's book than this great novel. When I first read The Outsider I was so disappointed because I felt it should have been, could have been so much more - one of h......more

Goodreads review by Kari on May 29, 2022

I has really high hopes for this book. I love both of these authors. I was sadly disappointed with their combined effort. This one wasn't what I was hoping for. for a supernatural thriller, it's boring and kind of predictable. The ending was less than satisfying. The book goes between the past and p......more