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3.8 AVERAGE
3.8 AVERAGE
This is not my favorite in the Michael Bennett series, but it was pretty good. It was a very quick read and kept me mostly guessing.
With James Patterson's "co- written" novels, it is sometimes hit or miss. This one, for me was the latter. This is the second in the Mike Bennett series. I have not read the first one. Mike is a detective, formerly with the feds, a widower with ten adopted children.
When several affluent people are murdered, Mike is hand picked to work on the case. The killer is killing like a vigilante. He has a score to settle, and is very clever.
Mike also has to deal with a reporter that withholds evidence, the press, and a flu outbreak at home.
It is a mystery, in a way, since we don't really know the true identity of the killer, except he has given himself the name "the teacher". But, it's not like a classic who done it, it's not edge of your seat thriller either. I just thought this one was predicable and boring almost. Up until the very end where there is a little action. But, in my opinion that part was completely implausible.
As with all Patterson novels, this is quick read. This is the second Patterson novel I have read recently that was sort of ho hum. I have a few of his older books around here, and intend to read them at some point, but as for his newer ones, I'm so sure.
When several affluent people are murdered, Mike is hand picked to work on the case. The killer is killing like a vigilante. He has a score to settle, and is very clever.
Mike also has to deal with a reporter that withholds evidence, the press, and a flu outbreak at home.
It is a mystery, in a way, since we don't really know the true identity of the killer, except he has given himself the name "the teacher". But, it's not like a classic who done it, it's not edge of your seat thriller either. I just thought this one was predicable and boring almost. Up until the very end where there is a little action. But, in my opinion that part was completely implausible.
As with all Patterson novels, this is quick read. This is the second Patterson novel I have read recently that was sort of ho hum. I have a few of his older books around here, and intend to read them at some point, but as for his newer ones, I'm so sure.
I'm so glad Patterson is making Michael Bennett into a series. Good thriller, interesting characters... a fun, fast read.
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This was my first James Patterson, also my first crime. This book is really easy to read, the pages turn themselves.
The first of many of Patterson books I have read.
The first of many of Patterson books I have read.
I couldn't put it down! It's breakneck speed leaves you gasping for breath but wanting more.
This is the first James Patterson book that I have read (yes, I know, where have I been all my life?!) and it was really impressive! Can't wait to read more!
This is the first James Patterson book that I have read (yes, I know, where have I been all my life?!) and it was really impressive! Can't wait to read more!
The latest Patterson/Ledwidge collaboration is set in New York City focusing on the life and times of one of its finest, Detective Michael Bennett, a recently widowed Irish cop with a lovable, flu-infested brood. When a series of brazen murders occur during broad daylight in posh uptown establishments, Det. Bennett is promoted as lead investigator with pressure from the brass to solve the case quickly. It is a politically savvy move by his superiors to distract Michael, a trained hostage negotiator, from an ongoing investigation into the shooting death of a bungled hostage situation days earlier.
The trail is initially ice cold but Michael uses his instinct (combined with a lot of luck) to identify and pursue the self-named "Teacher," an egotistical psychopath, on a mission to teach manners to those condescending and rude people who have seemingly wronged him. Michael follows a series of clues which lead to an ultimate showdown with the killer. In an unusual and totally unexpected twist of fate, Michael finds himself and a beloved loved one as hostages. He then must use reverse psychology, recall every trick he learned in hostage negotiation training, and every ounce of strength he can muster to save himself, his child, and New York City from the evil clutches of the Teacher.
This novel is a light, engaging, easy suspense/thriller that reads like a made-for-TV movie. The characters are familiar (tough, loving, nice guy Irish cop who misses and loves his deceased wife; adorable kids; feisty Irish nanny; a cocky fatherly priest; a pushy, sexy reporter, etc.) and there is the evenly paced plot with short cliffhanger chapters that keeps the reader turning pages. Enjoyable and recommended for die-hard Patterson and Ledwidge fans.
Reviewed by Phyllis
January 13, 2009
The trail is initially ice cold but Michael uses his instinct (combined with a lot of luck) to identify and pursue the self-named "Teacher," an egotistical psychopath, on a mission to teach manners to those condescending and rude people who have seemingly wronged him. Michael follows a series of clues which lead to an ultimate showdown with the killer. In an unusual and totally unexpected twist of fate, Michael finds himself and a beloved loved one as hostages. He then must use reverse psychology, recall every trick he learned in hostage negotiation training, and every ounce of strength he can muster to save himself, his child, and New York City from the evil clutches of the Teacher.
This novel is a light, engaging, easy suspense/thriller that reads like a made-for-TV movie. The characters are familiar (tough, loving, nice guy Irish cop who misses and loves his deceased wife; adorable kids; feisty Irish nanny; a cocky fatherly priest; a pushy, sexy reporter, etc.) and there is the evenly paced plot with short cliffhanger chapters that keeps the reader turning pages. Enjoyable and recommended for die-hard Patterson and Ledwidge fans.
Reviewed by Phyllis
January 13, 2009
A very clichéd crime novel, it reads as if it was written for tv.