Lifeguard, James Patterson
Lifeguard, James Patterson
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Lifeguard

Author: James Patterson, Andrew Gross

Narrator: Billy Campbell

Unabridged: 7 hr 20 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 08/01/2005


Synopsis

High risk, high reward: a $5 million heist is the perfect job for Ned Kelly. But when it all goes horribly wrong, he discovers a world of secrets and sabotage.
The danger isn't in the water.

Working as a lifeguard at a Florida resort, Ned Kelly meets a woman he is wild about, the woman of his dreams. It feels perfect in every way - except that she is used to caviar and Manolo Blahniks, and he is used to burgers and flip-flops. She is a guest at the luxurious hotel - he lives above a garage.

So when Ned's cousin offers to cut him in on a rich deal he's been commissioned to execute, Ned can't turn him down. The plan is simple, just a fast break-and-enter. The risk is high, and the reward is even greater--$5 million. But on the night of the heist, something goes devastatingly wrong. Who will save the lifeguard?

Ned walks away from his job, his town, and the woman he's fallen in love with. Runs away, actually, knowing that only velocity and secrecy can save his life. But who is pursuing him? The FBI? Whoever sabotaged the heist? Or is it all somehow tied into his new love - and his oldest enemies?

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

AudiobooksNow review by Kimberly on 2007-05-14 12:51:51

This was an ok book. Not horrible not great. The plot was alittle unbelievable, but it was an ok book.

AudiobooksNow review by Mary on 2007-06-16 05:44:13

boring

AudiobooksNow review by Elizabeth on 2008-09-12 18:56:38

This book is action packed and full of surprising twists and turns. It kept you totally absorbed and you couldn't wait to see what would happen next. I highly recommend it.

AudiobooksNow review by Anonymous on 2010-07-30 19:20:10

I agree with the reader before me that said it was just okay, not great....

Goodreads review by Lain on November 28, 2011

Oh my goodness, but this was bad! I love James Patterson, but I won't be looking for a book co-authored by Andrew Gross any time soon. And, guys? We are smart. Smart enough NOT to need you to repeat people's names in every line of dialog ad nauseum. It is one of my pet peeves. Like, "Ellie, did you......more

Goodreads review by Suzzie on June 26, 2018

Decent book. Quick little summer read but honestly I didn’t enjoy it as much as I hoped I would. Not as intriguing or attention grabbing as some of the other Patterson books but it was an okay book. Quick read though so not a waste of reading time at all. My quick and simple overall: would have like......more

Goodreads review by Razvan on August 31, 2023

One of the best from the author, in my humble opinion with no match in the Women's Murder Club series: the plot is promising, characters (Ellie, Sollie and Ned) are alive and wake empathy, the style is simple and allert, and, of course, the final is a happy one. On the other hand, there are quite a......more

Goodreads review by Mallory on October 12, 2023

This was a quick, easy, and fun adventure story. I like James Patterson, although I can’t read too many of his books in a row, and I love that he partnered with lesser known authors. I don’t think I would say this was a new favorite of his, but I’m on vacation and this definitely fit the bill for a......more

Goodreads review by Wendy on November 04, 2019

Lifeguard, by James Patterson and Andrew Gross, is a good, quick, action-packed read. Art theft and murder with romance thrown in. Patterson is one of my go to author's when I want an enjoyable quick read.......more