I, Michael Bennett

Michael Bennett, Book 5

By: James Patterson, Michael Ledwidge

Narrated by: Bobby Cannavale, Jay Snyder

Length: 7 hrs and 35 mins

Publisher's summary

Police officers shot

Detective Michael Bennett arrests an infamous Mexican crime lord in a deadly chase that leaves Bennett's lifelong friend, Hughie McDonough, dead. From jail, the prisoner vows to rain epic violence down upon New York City - and to get revenge on Michael Bennett.

Judges murdered

To escape the chaos, Bennett takes his 10 kids and their beautiful nanny, Mary Catherine, on a much-needed vacation to his family's cabin near Newburgh, New York. But instead of the calm and happy town he remembers from growing up, they step into a nightmare worse than they could have ever imagined. Newburgh is an inferno of warring gangs, and there's little the police - or Bennett - can do to keep the children safe.

Target: Michael Bennett

As violence overwhelms the state, Bennett is torn between protecting his hometown and saving New York City. A partner in his investigations, federal prosecutor Tara McLellan brings him new weapons for the battle - and an attraction that endangers his relationship with Mary Catherine.

A no-holds-barred, pedal-to-the-floor, action-packed novel, Michael Bennett is James Patterson at his most personal and most thrilling best.

©2012 James Patterson (P)2012 Hachette Audio

Patterson has done it again.

Would you consider the audio edition of I, Michael Bennett to be better than the print version?

I always use to read the print first and pretend to mimic the voice. Thank to audio editions I don't have to any more. Now I listen to the book I love because of the great narrators. They really bring the books to life. The sound affects are the icing on the cake. Thanks to I, Michael Bennett , I prefer the audio edition.

What was one of the most memorable moments of I, Michael Bennett?

My favorite moment was when Michael realized he need Mary Carthine, not just for his kids sake,but as a part of life.

Have you listened to any of Bobby Cannavale and Jay Snyder ’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I have not listened to them before, but I plan on it.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

One thing that made laugh is the way it ended, makes you wonder if Mr. Patterson is letting us know Michael Bennett will be back .

Any additional comments?

I think Michael Bennett is in a league with Alex Cross and I expect there will be a movie in his future.

fantastic

Where does I, Michael Bennett rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

It is a great listen and I love this series. Can not wait for the next book as the ending sorta leaves you hanging with unanswered questions.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Michael

Have you listened to any of Bobby Cannavale and Jay Snyder ’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

no but they did an incredible job.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

no I listened on my morning walk every day

Fun and easy listen

It has a very suspenseful ending! I'm anxious for the next Michael Bennett audio release!

Book not finished

Would you listen to I, Michael Bennett again? Why?

Yes, because I will need to at least listen to the end when the next one comes out as he did not finish this book.

Any additional comments?

I would rather have a longer book than end in the middle!

I, Love This Book

Michael Bennett is such a great character, surrounded by great characters. Patterson & Ludwidge grip us with an exciting story that keeps you in your car, at the park, or where ever else you are listening. I actually opted off the express train, so I could listen longer. A fab book keeps you sitting on the edge of your seat during the entire time, and for some time after awaiting the next. Patience is NOT my virtue.

cross

typical Cross book. adventure. well written by Paterson. I enjoyed as usual
will continue to get Patterson books

Love this book series

Great story line, had me hooked the whole book. I was not a fan of how it ended, unless the next book tells me the answer of what happens to the bad guy!

The Best Michael Bennett Yet

Michael Bennett is asked to lead the capture of a drug lord who is in New York for a very special event. The plans to capture him quickly change. Michael Bennett is in a bad place with this drug lord's very unique forms of terror that he unleashes on the police.

Some very interesting things happen in this book that will surprise and certainly not delight. While Michael Bennett always keeps the book from going 'too dark', this is a very dark book and I believe the best Michael Bennett so far.

The narration is perfect, the characters are well developed and the family is still front and center, each playing a unique role in the plot.

I have no idea why the book's tagline is "Move Over Alex Cross" but will ignore that since it was so well done.

Very good Michael Bennett thriller

Would you listen to I, Michael Bennett again? Why?

I wouldn't, but I don't typically go back and re-read anything so this doesn't really apply to me.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

I thought the action scenes were well above average compared to other books in the series. I found Manuel to be a convincing and truly evil bad guy that was very engaging.

Which scene was your favorite?

The inital takedown of Mauel - great action scene.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Nothing to extreme - the end was shocking as I often don't realize that I'm there when doing an audio book.

Any additional comments?

I thought this was the best Patterson collaboration I've read in quite a while.

Love All of Michael Bennett

Would you consider the audio edition of I, Michael Bennett to be better than the print version?

I wish they were the same!! Some idiot changes a lot of the words for some stupid reason. You need better control over these changes!!