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James Patterson

James Patterson

Americanb. March 22, 1947Thriller

James Patterson is the most commercially successful author in the world by volume of sales, known for his Alex Cross and Women's Murder Club series. His short chapters and propulsive pacing created a template for the modern commercial thriller. He has sold over 300 million copies and frequently collaborates with co-authors.

Works

  • Along Came a SpiderDetective hunts brilliant psychopath who kidnaps young girls from schools→
  • Kiss the GirlsDetective hunts charismatic killer who captures and murders young women→
  • 1st to DieFemale detective investigates serial killings of newlyweds in San Francisco→
  • Cat and MouseBrilliant detective and criminal psychologist play deadly game of hunter and hunted→
  • London BridgesDetective races to prevent terrorist attack on London landmarks→
  • Jack and JillKiller targets wealthy families in calculated scheme targeting Washington DC→
  • Maximum RideExperiment on mutant teenagers reveals conspiracy in dystopian young adult thriller→

Related

Thomas Harris·Harlan Coben·David Baldacci·John Grisham·Dan Brown
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