James Patterson

'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades. The Alex Cross series proves it' LEE CHILD Discover the thrilling spin-off to the bestselling Alex Cross series... now the inspiration for the original series CROSS on Prime Video starring Aldis Hodge as Alex Cross. Detectives Alex Cross and John Sampson must divide and conquer when they’re sent to investigate two serious crimes. In Washington DC, John Sampson stands in a crater in the middle of a street and calls in the bomb squad for a suspected terrorist attack. In North Carolina, Alex Cross searches the apartment of a missing psychology grad student – his own son Damon. Has following in his famous father’s footsteps made Damon a target? From FBI headquarters to police stations, airplanes to murder scenes, the detectives track crimes committed hundreds of miles apart. It will take more than distance to weaken their unstoppable partnership. ----------------------------------------------- PRAISE FOR THE ALEX CROSS SERIES 'Alex Cross is a legend' HARLAN COBEN 'Patterson never, and I mean never, disappoints' USA TODAY 'Behind all the noise and the numbers, we shouldn't forget that no one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades. The Alex Cross series proves it' LEE CHILD 'Alex Cross... only gets better and better' LISA SCOTTOLINE '[Alex Cross] has become one of the greatest fictional detectives of all time, a character for the ages' DOUGLAS PRESTON AND LINCOLN CHILD

BORN UNWANTED. BECAME A STAR. DIED AN ICON. Before Marilyn Monroe, there was Norma Jeane Mortenson. No one would have thought that the girl who spent her childhood between foster homes and orphanages would one day become the global icon of the twenty-first century. The Last Days of Marilyn Monroe tells the extraordinary story of Marilyn Monroe’s life – her rise to fame, the relationships and personal difficulties that kept her up at night, and the terrible circumstances of her death. Compellingly and compassionately told, James Patterson and Imogen Edwards-Jones draw from rigorous research to explore the life and death of remarkable woman who was Marilyn Monroe.__________________________________PRAISE FOR JAMES PATTERSON'It's no mystery why James Patterson is the world's most popular thriller writer ... Simply put: nobody does it better.' JEFFERY DEAVER'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades.' LEE CHILD'Patterson boils a scene down to the single, telling detail, the element that defines a character or moves a plot along. It's what fires off the movie projector in the reader's mind.' MICHAEL CONNELLY'James Patterson is The Boss. End of.' IAN RANKIN'The master storyteller of our times' HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON'One of the greatest storytellers of all time' PATRICIA CORNWELL

From the greatest thriller writer comes a new novel in the globally bestselling Michael Bennett series... In New York City, someone has planted a series of deadly bombs. In New Jersey, the National Guard is looted for explosives. In Montana, arson and murder rocks a quiet town. Two enigmatic brothers keep turning up in the wrong places. They insist they’re trying to make the world a better place. But with lives hanging in the balance, Detective Michael Bennett is called to investigate. Can he solve the case in time before their delusions lead to a nationwide disaster? _____________________________________PRAISE FOR JAMES PATTERSON'It's no mystery why James Patterson is the world's most popular thriller writer ... Simply put: nobody does it better.' JEFFERY DEAVER'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades.' LEE CHILD'Patterson boils a scene down to the single, telling detail, the element that defines a character or moves a plot along. It's what fires off the movie projector in the reader's mind.' MICHAEL CONNELLY'James Patterson is The Boss. End of.' IAN RANKIN'The master storyteller of our times' HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON'One of the greatest storytellers of all time' PATRICIA CORNWELL'Patterson knows where our deepest fears are buried ... there's no stopping his imagination' NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW'Patterson is in a class by himself' GUARDIAN

Discover the new compelling novel from Sunday Times bestselling thriller writer, James Patterson... My name is Elinor Gilbert. And I am the Invisible Woman. No, not the kind who can walk through walls, or make a deck of cards look like it’s shuffling itself. The other kind, facing uncertainty in middle age. Once a top FBI agent, Elinor had faded into obscurity, her past mistakes casting long shadows. But when a call from her former boss offers a shot at redemption, she can’t resist. Her mission: infiltrate the opulent world of a New York art dealer suspected of laundering money for a notorious drug cartel. Suddenly disguised as a grandmotherly nanny, nothing can prepare Elinor for what she encounters behind closed doors of his brownstone family home. Surveillance is second nature. Babysitting is not. But as the risks increase and dark secrets are unveiled, she also develops an unexpected love for the young charges she’s hired to protect. Can she betray the trust of those who have come to depend on her to get the job done?________________________________PRAISE FOR JAMES PATTERSON'It's no mystery why James Patterson is the world's most popular thriller writer ... Simply put: nobody does it better.' JEFFERY DEAVER'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades.' LEE CHILD'Patterson boils a scene down to the single, telling detail, the element that defines a character or moves a plot along. It's what fires off the movie projector in the reader's mind.' MICHAEL CONNELLY'James Patterson is The Boss. End of.' IAN RANKIN'The master storyteller of our times' HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON'One of the greatest storytellers of all time' PATRICIA CORNWELL

"Clever, light and as welcoming as an ocean breeze" (People), James Patterson "dazzles" (Publishers Weekly) with his classic romantic mystery, Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas, now celebrating twenty-five years with a beautiful new anniversary edition. A powerfully moving novel of love, loss, hope, and family from bestselling author James Patterson. Katie Wilkinson has found her perfect man at last. He's a writer, a house painter, an original thinker - everything she's imagined she wanted in a partner. But one day, without explanation, he disappears from her life, leaving behind only a diary for her to read. This diary is a love letter written by a new mother named Suzanne for her baby son, Nicholas. In it she pours out her heart about how she and the boy's father met, about her hopes for marriage and family, and about the unparalleled joy that having a baby has brought into her life. As Katie reads this touching document, it becomes clear that the lover who has just left her is the husband and father in this young family. She reads on, filled with terror and hope, as she struggles to understand what has happened. Written with James Patterson's perfect pitch for emotion and suspense, Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas captures beautifully the joys of a new family even as it builds to an overwhelmingly moving climax. This is an unforgettable love story, at once heartbreaking and full of hope.

A priest is murdered and the new lead agent at Private is the number one suspect. Jack Morgan is in Rome celebrating the opening of a new local Private office, when the party takes a deadly turn. Private agent Matteo Ricci is found at the party standing over the body of a dead priest with a gun in hand, swearing he did not kill the man. As Jack tries to prove Matteo's innocence, he uncovers a much deadlier conspiracy--which leads him straight to the heart of the Vatican. With corruption closing in on all sides, Jack must decide who he can trust before the city falls.

In this latest thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author, defence attorney Jane Smith is back in the courtroom defending a notorious client, but her time is running out... Since taking on a famous celebrity client, defence attorney Jane Smith has been chased down, shot at, and threatened with contempt of court. She’s a survivor. For now. Jane Smith represents a Hamptons real estate mogul with more enemies than clients. When Jane’s own life is threatened, mounting a legal defence turns into self-defence. Knowing every day in court could be her last, she’s armed and ready: with brilliant arguments, hard evidence - and two Glocks. Until she hears the words “not guilty,” Jane Smith will Never Say Die.___________________________________PRAISE FOR THE JANE SMITH THRILLERS'The phenomenal Patterson, one of the great storytellers of our time, does not often produce a new character, but he does here to stunning effect' Daily Mail'A gutsy heroine. A ticking clock. A breathless pace. Wow! This one had me reeling' JANE CORRY'Compelling' Crime Monthly___________________________________PRAISE FOR JAMES PATTERSON'It's no mystery why James Patterson is the world's most popular thriller writer ... Simply put: nobody does it better.' JEFFERY DEAVER'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades.' LEE CHILD'Patterson boils a scene down to the single, telling detail, the element that defines a character or moves a plot along. It's what fires off the movie projector in the reader's mind.' MICHAEL CONNELLY'James Patterson is The Boss. End of.' IAN RANKIN'The master storyteller of our times' HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON'One of the greatest storytellers of all time' PATRICIA CORNWELL'James Patterson is the gold standard by which all others are judged.' STEVE BERRY'Patterson knows where our deepest fears are buried . . . there's no stopping his imagination' NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW'Patterson is in a class by himself' GUARDIAN___________________________________Readers LOVE Jane Smith...***** 'You are going to love Jane Smith! A tough, determined, stubborn and funny criminal defence lawyer in New York [...] she is a fantastic new character from one of my favourite authors.'***** 'This is undoubtedly one of the best legal thrillers that I have ever read.'***** 'Jane is a character that I quickly grew to love. She's a smart, takes no crap, and is just the right amount of sarcastic for me.'***** 'If I needed a criminal defence attorney, I would definitely want Jane on my side.'

Middle School meets Percy Jackson in this new offering from #1 New York Times bestselling author James Patterson, where Greek gods task an ordinary twelve-year-old with a big mission. Nick Andino isn't exactly "hero" material. He's perfectly happy working at his family's Greek diner, pining over his crush, and avoiding his bully. His life isn't very exciting...until destiny comes calling. Dr. Zeus, the over-the-top king of the gods, zooms into town with a quest that Nick must complete to save Andinos past and present from being erased from history. Accompanied by a fast-talking Hermes, Nick journeys back to ancient Greece, where his ancestors await--along with new friends and a whole host of Greek gods and monsters. Can Nick be the hero the Andinos need, or will his story be another Greek tragedy? This fast-paced, feel-good adventure from the world's favorite storyteller has black-and-white illustrations throughout, and amphitheaters full of humor and heart.

Elinor Gilbert is the Invisible Woman--but not the kind who can walk through walls. Former special agent Elinor Gilbert has disappeared from law enforcement. She hasn't been on a case in years--until her old FBI boss offers a special surveillance detail. The target: An art dealer suspected of ties to organized crime. The location: A ritzy New York mansion. The assignment: An undercover gig...as a grandmotherly live-in nanny. Elinor is torn. Detective work comes naturally to her. Babysitting (kiddies and canines) does not. But as she investigates, Elinor discovers why a person living in the shadows might want to reappear. Part crime thriller, part hilarious social satire, The Invisible Woman is the story of a sleuth in search of herself.

Nick Andino is a normal twelve-year-old who works in his family's Greek diner in Athens, Ohio. He's no hero material - he's too shy to talk to his crush, Daisy, and is being bullied by Orson 'Dingus' Macklemore, whose parents rent the diner to Nick's mom. But Nick must become a hero quick - with the help of Zeus and Hermes, Nick discovers that he is suffering from a case of 'destinitis' and must travel back in time to Ancient Greece to save his family line.

A priest is murdered and the new lead agent at Private is the number one suspect. Jack Morgan is in Rome celebrating the opening of a new local Private office, when the party takes a deadly turn. Private agent Matteo Ricci is found at the party standing over the body of a dead priest with a gun in hand, swearing he did not kill the man. As Jack tries to prove Matteo's innocence, he uncovers a much deadlier conspiracy--which leads him straight to the heart of the Vatican. With corruption closing in on all sides, Jack must decide who he can trust before the city falls.

A priest is murdered and the new lead agent at Private is the number one suspect. Jack Morgan is in Rome celebrating the opening of a new local Private office, when the party takes a deadly turn. Private agent Matteo Ricci is found at the party standing over the body of a dead priest with a gun in hand, swearing he did not kill the man. As Jack tries to prove Matteo's innocence, he uncovers a much deadlier conspiracy--which leads him straight to the heart of the Vatican. With corruption closing in on all sides, Jack must decide who he can trust before the city falls.

Elinor Gilbert is the Invisible Woman--but not the kind who can walk through walls. Former special agent Elinor Gilbert has disappeared from law enforcement. She hasn't been on a case in years--until her old FBI boss offers a special surveillance detail. The target: An art dealer suspected of ties to organized crime. The location: A ritzy New York mansion. The assignment: An undercover gig...as a grandmotherly live-in nanny. Elinor is torn. Detective work comes naturally to her. Babysitting (kiddies and canines) does not. But as she investigates, Elinor discovers why a person living in the shadows might want to reappear. Part crime thriller, part hilarious social satire, The Invisible Woman is the story of a sleuth in search of herself.

You can live a better life. Start here. Start now. Disruption is everywhere. From artificial intelligence to economic uncertainty to the pandemic's effect on the workplace. We've never seen anything like it in our lifetimes. But how can we use disruption to our advantage? Enter world-renowned storyteller and entrepreneur, James Patterson, and leadership expert, Patrick Leddin, PhD, who both know disruption to be one of the most powerful and misunderstood forces in this fast-changing world. From their personal and professional experiences, advancement has always required abrupt, explosive change. Now they show you how to turn disruption on its head too, using invaluable insights and practical tools to help you leverage this force for positive change. Mastering disruption will have a revolutionary effect on your career, your relationships, and your life. That's the bottom line. Leading a better life.

Writer. Wife. Murderer? When Denise Morrow is discovered standing over the body of her husband, a bloody knife between them, Detective Declan Shaw thinks it’s an open-and-shut case. But Denise is no ordinary murder suspect. She’s a famous true crime author, who knows how killers operate. And how they get away with it. Then, Declan discovers the subject of Denise’s next book – the violent murder of a girl called Maggie Marshall. A case that Declan worked on. A case that has haunted him for years. Denise knows much more about Declan than she’s letting on, and she might just be the slipperiest suspect he has ever encountered . . .________________________________PRAISE FOR JAMES PATTERSON'It's no mystery why James Patterson is the world's most popular thriller writer ... Simply put: nobody does it better.' JEFFERY DEAVER'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades.' LEE CHILD'Patterson boils a scene down to the single, telling detail, the element that defines a character or moves a plot along. It's what fires off the movie projector in the reader's mind.' MICHAEL CONNELLY'James Patterson is The Boss. End of.' IAN RANKIN'The master storyteller of our times' HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON'One of the greatest storytellers of all time' PATRICIA CORNWELL'James Patterson is the gold standard by which all others are judged.' STEVE BERRY‘Patterson is in a class by himself’ GUARDIAN‘One of the greatest storytellers of our time’ DAILY MAIL

Biloxi's best criminal defense attorney has never lost a case. Then his client's beautiful wife is murdered, and America's #1 lawyer suddenly becomes its #1 suspect. Stafford Lee Penney is a small-town lawyer with a big-time reputation for winning every case he tries. In his sharp suits and polished Oxford shoes, Penney is Biloxi, Mississippi's #1 Lawyer and top local celebrity. Just as Penney notches his latest courtroom victory, his wife is scandalously killed. He spirals into a legal and personal losing streak, damaging his reputation and ruining his career. That's when Penney makes a bold decision. He stops trading on his power-lawyer identity and creates a new one: lawyer lifeguard. Moonlighting at the beach, showing up to court in flip-flops, mentoring a law student, the new Penney is at first unrecognizable. It's said that a lawyer who represents himself has a fool for a client. But when Penney is accused of murder, the #1 Lawyer will find a way to triumph.