A movie premiere in New York City goes south when the star actress becomes the murdered victim in a jewelry robbery. The diamond and emerald necklace created by the Bassett brothers from one of the world's top jewelry houses.My Thoughts: This book is back on top with the series and once again I'm a happy reader. Lots of action and plot twists move the book forward. Great banter adds a little humor to the book, breaking things up. It's hard not to read this one in just one sitting.
A series of robberies creates drama for hospitals as they can't trace the missing expensive equipment. They can't share the knowledge that the equipment is missing for fear of a distrust of hospitals, but neither can they afford the millions of dollars now gone.
Between the two cases, there's the personal drama. Kylie's husband has relapsed in his addictions. He's crating havoc of their personal life and his professional life. Meanwhile Zach's relationship with Cheryl is on the rocks because of the time spent helping Kylie find her husband and solving her problems.
With so many pieces in need of care, will the NYPD Red team ever catch a break?
With cooler weather, I'm looking forward to reading these books on the longer nights inside, maybe in front of the fire with some adult hot chocolate and a snuggling dog.
My Librarian friend Jess from I Read to Relax came up with a great idea. It's to highlight the books on hold at the library. I usually have 20-40 items checked out at the library and another 20 items on hold.
Kenny wants to save the world, but it only happens on paper. In real life, he's being bullied at school. When he tries to act tougher, that's when the trouble starts.My Thoughts: I enjoyed this novel with some graphic novel panels interspersed. I liked that Kenny lived with his grandmother and she instilled good manners in him. She has a great big heart and old fashioned believes, which makes her perfect. I like how she wanted the best for Kenny.
He starts lying to his Grandmother, getting in trouble at school, and worrying about what's going to happen next.
Is he in way over his head, or can he come up with a plan to smooth everything over?
Final Thoughts: A novel about being the best version of yourself and standing tall, even if others around you aren't doing their part.
Detective Zach Jordan and Kylie MacDonald learn of a gruesome murder by decapitation. They believe the murder is sending a message to billionaire businessman Hunter Alden, Jr. - who's son may or may not be missing.My Thoughts: I devoured the first and the second book in this series - and while I liked this book, it was a little too similar to another James Patterson book (which I won't mention for fear of spoilers).
While attempting to help, they're told to leave the situation alone. Solving the murder means figuring out what happened that night .Was Tripp kidnapped? Was the witness right or was she a busybody who got the information wrong?
Can the two partners put aside their personal drama and solve the case?
The Olympics games are in London this year with Private providing security for the games. Hours before the opening ceremony, a member of the game organizing committee is murdered. It wasn't a crime of passion and in the hours to come, the press receive a letter from a man who claims responsibility.My Thoughts: I really like this series for the action and the danger. I devour these books in one setting. This one takes place in London again - although the main character from the last Private book has been killed. The series moves forward with mentions of previous characters, which I like.
He plans to restore the Olympic games to their former glory and rid the world of those connected with the games who are corrupted with greed or cheating. Can Private solve the identity of the man behind the mask before his actions taint the Olympic games?
Final Thoughts: If you're looking for an action-packed read, pick up the Private series - you won't be disappointed.
Dan Carter must protect a young girl with a troubled past. When the first happens and she's kidnapped on his watch, he will do everything in his power to save her. Especially after it becomes personal.
His goddaughter was sent to watch over Hannah, to befriend her unknowingly. When she's hurt in the attack, Dan vows revenge of the worst kind to her attackers.
The case takes a turn when his ex-wife reads him in on a body found missing organs. She believes the young woman was murdered and her organs used for transplants.
They share information about their respected cases, wondering if they could be connected. Kristy doesn't mind using Private resources if it means she can get the answer faster.
Can they figure out the answers before something more horrible happens?
Overall Thoughts: If you like thrillers, you can't go wrong with James Patterson. The Private series has enough action and danger to keep you turning the pages as quickly as you can!
Here are the books I'm looking forward to reading come March. It's a new year full of fabulous possibilities!
