The Writer

by

James Patterson, J.D. Barker

Should you read this book?

The best public reviews summarized for you.

Who is this book for?

  • Fans of fast-paced thrillers with numerous plot twists.
  • Readers who enjoy police procedurals and murder mysteries.
  • Those who like stories involving writers and the publishing world.
  • People who appreciate collaborative works between popular authors.
  • Audiobook listeners who enjoy well-narrated suspense novels.

Who is unlikely to appreciate this book?

  • Readers who prefer character-driven stories over plot-heavy narratives.
  • Those who dislike excessive plot twists or find them confusing.
  • People sensitive to depictions of police corruption or violence.
  • Readers looking for more realistic or grounded crime fiction.
  • Those who prefer straightforward narratives without complex timelines or perspectives.

Things online reviewers enjoyed about this book

  • Gripping and suspenseful thriller with many unexpected twists
  • Fast-paced and hard to put down
  • Clever plot that keeps readers guessing until the end
  • Intriguing premise involving a true crime writer caught up in a real murder
  • Well-executed cat-and-mouse game between characters
  • Shocking ending that many readers found memorable
  • Engaging police procedural elements
  • Collaboration between two popular thriller authors
  • Audiobook narration praised as excellent
  • Page-turner that hooks readers from the beginning

Things people didn't like as much about this book

  • Some found the number of twists excessive and convoluted
  • Character development lacking for some readers
  • Plot holes and implausible elements noted by some
  • Ending felt abrupt or unsatisfying to a portion of readers
  • Repetitive retelling of certain plot points
  • Lack of likable or relatable characters for some
  • Tone-deaf portrayal of police work according to some reviewers
  • Predictable elements for readers familiar with the genre
  • Confusing narrative structure with shifting perspectives
  • Overly complicated plot that required recap explanations

If you like this book, you should consider reading:

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