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On the opening night of New York's biggest Hollywood event, special task force NYPD Red is on high alert -- and they can't afford to make a single mistake.
NYPD Red is a special task force charged with protecting the interests of Manhattan's wealthiest and most powerful citizens. When a world-famous movie producer is poisoned on the first day of a Manhattan film festival called Hollywood on the Hudson, they are the first ones called. Then an actor is killed on the set of a film. And a Molotov cocktail explodes at a movie premiere.
Detective First Grade Zach Jordan and his new partner-and ex-girlfriend-Detective Kylie MacDonald are assigned to the case. The killer has every murder, every escape, planned down to the last detail-and he's scripted an explosive finale that will bring New York and Hollywood to its knees. With larger-than-life action, relentless speed, and white-knuckle twists, NYPD Red is a mega-blockbuster from "The Man Who Can't Miss." (Time).
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"Another excellent book by James Patterson! Lots of mystery, suspense, little bit of romance, but not much. It centered around the movie industry and I could easily picture this as a movie in the future! I hope this will be a new series! Loved the characters and hope to see more of them!"
— Arlene (5 out of 5 stars)
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“A James Patterson novel receiving stellar reader reviews.”
— Barnes & Noble, editorial review -
“A great thriller…The plotting and pacing are spot-on…It is bravura storytelling, a grand example of the best the genre has to offer.”
— Louisville Courier-Journal -
“In the case of NYPD Red, there is simply too much fun—in the form of inventive murder, sex, chemistry, investigation, more murder, more sex, and the like. Potboiler? Yes. Wonderfully told? Indeed…Though the book is complete in itself, there are plenty of interesting characters who could carry this as a series for as long as Patterson and Karp will want it to go.”
— BookReporter.com -
“Mega-best-selling author Patterson returns with another fast-paced thriller set against the backdrop of New York City Coauthor Karp helps serve up typical Patterson drama with a serial killer on the loose and a cop at the top of his game…Actor Edoardo Ballerini, a 2013 Audie Award nominee, reads, adding tension and suspense. Patterson does not depart from what has made him the top-selling author he is today. NYPD Red has a hero to root for, a devious villain, and lots of action. Patterson fans will enjoy.”
— Library Journal (audio review) -
“Edoardo Ballerini and Jay Snyder portray the underlying tension between Zach and Kylie with skilled and versatile vocal ranges. The narrators’ gritty, understated portrayals of grisly murders are delivered in chilling detail, especially when a nail gun is the murder weapon. Their polished performances of crazy Benoit and the insane nightmare that plays in his head, along with his wacko girlfriend, are compelling.”
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Patterson knows how to keep the pages turning.
— David Lazarus, San Francisco Chronicle -
Patterson boils a scene down to the single, telling detail, the element that defines a character or moves the plot along. It's what fires off the movie projector in the reader's mind.
— Michael Connelly -
America's #1 storyteller.
— Forbes -
You just can't beat James Patterson when it comes to suspense. He's the king...make that the emperor of contemporary suspense fiction.
— Rebeccareads.com -
I can't believe how good Patterson is, whether he's doing a Washington police yarn or traveling a different road with a female narrator. He is always on the mark. I have never begun a Patterson book and been able to put it down.
— Larry King, USA Today, -
Acclaim for James Patterson
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A New York Times bestseller
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A USA Today bestseller
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A Publishers Weekly bestseller
NYPD Red Listener Reviews
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" Great story and very interesting "
— Lynda East, 11/29/2022 -
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Gerald Eskilsen, 9/21/2018
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" A fast read, a 'beach" read. "
— Dottie, 2/20/2014 -
" A good fast read, but not one of the best Patterson books that I have read. "
— Betty, 2/16/2014 -
" Mr. Patterson writes screenplays. Simple, formulaic screenplays. That's all I could think about while reading this. "
— Alex, 2/12/2014 -
" police procedural. good plot. enjoyable dialogue. "
— Michele, 2/8/2014 -
" Good Read. Love a good James Patterson. "
— Katie, 2/4/2014 -
" Per Patterson a fast paced good mystery. Different plot and believable. New characters at least to me but a very good read. "
— Brenda, 1/29/2014 -
" Standard James P fare. Good, interesting story but nothing earth shattering. Started and finished in an evening, an easy interesting 2.5 hour read. "
— Erin, 1/28/2014 -
" Good book... a little cliche "
— Bonnie, 1/15/2014 -
" Not one of my favorite Patterson book's, however the plot line did keep me interestned and I liked the new characters introduced in this book, would like to see more stories featuring Kylie and Zack. "
— Deb, 1/13/2014 -
" Surprisingly, I thought this was one of the Patterson empire's better books. It still had some typical fluffiness to it but I enjoyed it more than some of his recent efforts. Worth reading if you like Patterson! "
— Elizabeth, 1/12/2014 -
" I love all the Alex Cross novels, and this one is every bit as good. a fast paced read with a great villan. "
— Mari, 1/7/2014 -
" Excellent. Just took me forever to read it because my life has been so busy. "
— Michele, 12/27/2013 -
" I can't explain it, but I liked this book! The story flowed better than many recent Patterson books. "
— Teresa, 12/24/2013 -
" Loved it! Like the quick read! "
— Paula, 12/17/2013 -
" I absolutely loved this book!! James Patterson has done it again. I literally couldn't put it down. The plot was intriguing and the multiple points of view made it entirely entertaining to read! James really is the man that can't miss! "
— Nicole, 12/8/2013 -
" Great book. Loved the way Patterson chose to write the book. This is only my 3rd book by this author and enjoyed this a lot. I couldn't put it down and finished it in a week. I guessed a couple of the more exciting events, so I couldn't give it 5 stars. "
— Julie, 11/22/2013 -
" I love James Patterson, and he didn't disappoint with this book... twists and turns are what make him one of my favorite crime novelists... "
— Erin, 11/15/2013 -
" As a James Patterson fan, I was deeply dissappointed in this book. Totally far fetched from every angle. "
— Vicki, 10/8/2013 -
" An exciting thrill ride from start to finish! I just love James Patterson's mind. His books never cease to amaze me. "
— Judy, 9/20/2013 -
" Hard to put down. Fast moving. Film Industry and NYPD. "
— Bunny, 9/10/2013 -
" Great book. Then again James Patterson is a master @ writing. "
— Jacqueline, 9/7/2013 -
" As usual, Patterson at his best! Hoping this is the first book in a new series!! "
— Vickie, 8/22/2013 -
" I'm sorry. I don't usually leave a bad review if I don't like a book but this book was just horrible. The characters had no chemistry. Hell, I didn't even LIKE the characters. What is going on with James Patterson??? "
— Matambrn, 7/24/2013 -
" Typical James Patterson book; Quick fast paced read. Intriguing story. Totally recommend. "
— Natasha874, 7/17/2013 -
" I enjoyed this book. Some of this author's books lately have been very disturbing this one was just the right amount of drama and mystery without going to far. "
— Alicea, 5/30/2013 -
" I would LOVE to see these characters become a series! I loved Kylie & Zach & would love to see what happens with them in the future! "
— Dena, 5/5/2013 -
" Pretty typical Patterson. Quick easy read, lots of action, likeable characters and a little cheesy. "
— Mike, 1/17/2013 -
" This is a quick easy read. For the most part it is predictable. It is not JP's best, again I say his co-writers probably write the lion share of the novels now. James Patterson churns out way too many books fir them to be as good as his earlier works. "
— Pamela, 12/26/2012 -
" I really enjoy reading James Patterson's books and this one did not disappoint. Finished in one day. "
— Diane, 12/23/2012 -
" Typical James Patterson. Some I love, some are more so-so, and this was one of the latter. "
— Megan, 12/10/2012 -
" Loved it, fast paced and entertaining "
— Laurie, 12/4/2012 -
" I enjoy a quick Patterson read that has a little romance and a lot of action. The tension between the lead characters was expected but still kept me reading. "
— Nancy, 10/28/2012 -
" I hope they make this a series, even if a short one. "
— Tracy, 10/27/2012
About the Authors
James Patterson is the most popular storyteller of our time. He is the creator of unforgettable characters and series, including Alex Cross, the Women’s Murder Club, Jane Effing Smith, and Maximum Ride, and of breathtaking true stories about the Kennedys, John Lennon, and Princess Diana, as well as our military heroes, police officers, and ER nurses. He has coauthored #1 bestselling novels with Bill Clinton and Dolly Parton, told the story of his own life in James Patterson by James Patterson, and received an Edgar Award, nine Emmy Awards, the Literarian Award from the National Book Foundation, and the National Humanities Medal.
Marshall Karp is a #1 internationally bestselling author, TV and screenwriter, documentarian, and playwright. Teaming up with James Patterson, Marshall cocreated and cowrote the NYPD Red series, which features Detectives Kylie MacDonald and Zach Jordan as members of an elite police task force dedicated to solving crimes committed against, and sometimes by, New York City’s rich and famous. After six bestsellers, Marshall has carried the series forward on his own, beginning with NYPD Red 7: The Murder Sorority. Marshall is also the author of Snowstorm in August, as well as the critically acclaimed Lomax and Biggs Mysteries, featuring LAPD Detectives Mike Lomax and Terry Biggs, who work homicide out of the famed Los Angeles Hollywood Division. For over twenty years, Marshall has worked closely with the international charity Vitamin Angels, providing tens of millions of mothers and children around the globe with lifesaving vitamins and nutrients. Learn more at www.KarpKills.com.
About the Narrators
Edoardo Ballerini, an American actor, director, film producer, and multiaward–winning narrator. He has won several Audie Awards for best narration, including for 2019’s Best Male Narrator of the Year. He was named by Booklist as winner of their 2023 Voice of Choice Award, and was named a Golden Voice by AudioFile magazine in 2019. He has narrated over two hundred audiobooks, from classics to modern masters, from bestsellers to the inspirational, from Nobel and Pulitzer Prize winners to spine-tingling series, and much more. In television and film, he is best known for his roles in A Murder at the End of the World, The Sopranos, 24, I Shot Andy Warhol, Dinner Rush, and Romeo Must Die. He is also trained in theater and continues to do much work on stage.
Jay Snyder is a voice actor, voice director, and script adapter who studied acting at the Julliard School in New York City. He is best known as the voice of Yugi Muto from the Japanese manga television series, Yu-Gi-Oh! His audiobook narrations have earned three AudioFile Earphones Awards, and he was a finalist for the Audie Award for Best Fiction Narration in 2015.