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Summary: Wow! Great story, excellent beginning to series
Review: First off, I'm truly baffled by the negative reviews here. If I could give it more stars I would!
This is the story of a serial killer who murders brides and grooms. Sounds pretty gruesome, and it is, but not in so much descriptive detail that it would make someone more sensitive sick. It was enough to build a taught story and a baffling mystery. Now, the main story is the group of women who come together to try to solve this seemingly unsolvable crime -- The Women's Murder Club: 4 San Francisco professional women, the female homicide detective assigned to the case, the medical examiner, a journalist, and the assistant DA. This is really their story. The story of their interpersonal relationship's, the main character's battle with a crippling disease, a love interest, and a baffling mystery. Mr. Patterson wrote the female emotions so well that I got teary-eyed over one of the scenes; he wrote the story so well that I was left breathless with anticipation of what was going to happen next. I can't tell you much more because it would ruin the mystery. Let's just say there are many plot twists and turns that leave you guessing until the very end.
When I finished reading this book I ran to my husband and said "you have GOT to read this book!" Well, you have got to read the book too. You'll be so glad you did.
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Summary: What is the worst thing anyone has ever done?
Review: Do I think this is Patterson's best effort? No. Do I think this is the best book of the year? No. Did I enjoy reading this novel? Absolutely! This is a fast page-turner with plenty of Patterson's twists and turns as well as his short chapters from different points of view.
Lindsay Boxer is a tough-as-nails homicide inspector in San Francisco. Her eyes are set on the next promotion when the city is suddenly rocked by the gruesome murders of a young newly married couple on their wedding night. Struggling with some devastating personal news, Lindsay is determined to put all her effort into finding the maniac who slaughters honeymooners. Along the way she teams up with her handsome new partner, Chris, and she forms a bond of friendship with Claire, Jill and Cindy. The four women join forces in the Women's Murder Club to try to find the murderer before he strikes again. The murders are grisly, and this is a killer who takes perverse pleasure in leaving his victims in sexually degrading positions.
Patterson once again creates an insanely crafty villain, and the novel has a couple of Patterson-esque twists. This is a very fast-paced read perfect for a lazy weekend or a rainy night. I'm curious to see how Patterson will develop these characters in future installments of the Women's Murder Club series. This is an enjoyable read. Check it out--you won't be disappointed.
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Summary: 1st to Die
Review: "1st to Die" is a thrilling introduction to the Women's Murder Club. A mysterious villian is victimizing just-married couples. Homicide inspector Lindsay Boxer is assigned to the case. Along the trail of twists and turns, Lindsay is also dealing with a serious health crisis. To help solve this baffling mystery, she turns to her best friend Claire, who is a medical examiner. Together, with a reporter and DA, they pool their resources and form the Women's Murder Club. This group of smart, savy women is just what the case needs. The murder plot is very original and fascinating. It will have you guessing to the end. What the book lacks in accurate depiction of women's friendships (it is very stereotypical), is made up for in the brilliant detail of the crimes. It's tough to put it down!
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Summary: Nice start to a new cast of chararcters.
Review: A good fast read. Very hard to put down. I'm guessing the reader who gave this 1 star is against women being the lead character or something becaue I enjoyed this book and can't wait for the follow up. Four women (a detective, coroner, reporter, and a prosecutor) form the Women's Murder Club. The book focuses mainly on the detective, Lindsey, as she is the who formed the club and chose it's members. After a series of horrible murders of newlyweds, they can't seem to solve the case and she takes to working with these other 3 ladies to try and figure it out. As typical with Patterson, there are many twists and turns, and just when you think you know the answer, it turns out your wrong. The only thing I didn't like, and it seems to be the case with about every novel like these, is that the lead character is single and doesn't trust dating or love, but falls in love quickly and eventually sleeps with someone too quickly. Other than that, this book pleases very much. A must for Patterson fans.
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Summary: More, Please!
Review: I'm sorry a previous reviewer found this to be a total waste of time. I thought it was great! James Patterson does a very good job writing in the feminine voice. Lindsay, Claire, Cindy and Jill are a great team. The obvious plot of "who's the killer" is balanced nicely with the personal lives of the four women. This book focused mainly on Lindsay, but I hope to get to know the others in future books. Some people are never going to like a James Patterson book, no matter what he writes. I enjoy his writing style and have had a postive reaction to everything he has written. I'm glad to see him branching out from Alex Cross, but I hope this doesn't signal the end for Alex (too many unanswered questions). "1st To Die" is a quick read, but absolutely kept my attention the entire time.
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Summary: Average
Review: This is a fun book to read. It is well written, and keeps you interested for most of the story. The only problem that i found was that the last chapters were kind of predictable. Other than that, the book was ok.
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Summary: Great, as usual
Review: The premise alone should be enough to get you hooked: Four San Francisco women who are all professionals decide to take on a serial killer who is snuffing out newlyweds. As if that weren't enough, Patterson takes what could be hokey material and turns it into yet another page-turner. Then again, the terms "James Patterson" and "Page turner" are synonymous. Would also recommend another great book I've recently read, though it is totally different in subject material: "The Bark of the Dogwood" by Jackson McCrae. Quite good. Enjoy!
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Summary: Very Interesting, can't put this one down.
Review: I enjoyed this book. The ending is great. I thought it was a great set up for the 2nd book, if indeed that was the intent. I felt like the author put a lot of thought into the characters, especially Lindsay. I also was impressed with the mystery. I knew they were on the wrong path (at first) but I also wasn't exactly sure who the real killer was....
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Summary: 1st to Die
Review: "1st to Die" is a thrilling introduction to the Women's Murder Club. A mysterious villian is victimizing just-married couples. Homicide inspector Lindsay Boxer is assigned to the case. Along the trail of twists and turns, Lindsay is also dealing with a serious health crisis. To help solve this baffling mystery, she turns to her best friend Claire, who is a medical examiner. Together, with a reporter and DA, they pool their resources and form the Women's Murder Club. This group of smart, savy women is just what the case needs. The murder plot is very original and fascinating. It will have you guessing to the end. What the book lacks in accurate depiction of women's friendships (it is very stereotypical), is made up for in the brilliant detail of the crimes. It's tough to put it down!
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Summary: A mediocre mystery, likeable but nothing special
Review: I thought I'd love the novel based upon the cover reviews. I really enjoyed the newlywed murders theme, and the beginning. The strange illness was needless fill. But to my disappointment the twists at the end were rather predictable. Honestly I had the surprise figured out sixty-five percent of the way though the story. Nothing new here to surprise me. At 39 yrs. old I guess I just want more from my mysteries. I wish I could say something more or better, but I cannot say I really liked this book. The characterizations of the women were obviously from a male viewpoint, but hardly realistic. Women are not as different from men as a man would like to believe. I felt the female roles were sorely lacking in reality.
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