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

wishing there was more

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

yes i love M. Bennett i wish he wrote faster i want to know how they catch the criminal. n if Mary Catherine comes back i hope she does....

Who was your favorite character and why?

Michael cause he is confused but a good cop

Did the narration match the pace of the story?

yes love the narration

Interesting, fast moving story

What made the experience of listening to I, Michael Bennett the most enjoyable?

Michael Bennett is a policeman with a heart and plenty of guts, you can relate to his family life and root for his courage in trying to get the bad guys

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

The drug lord Perrine' acts of violence had no bounds, you wondered what he would do next.

What about Bobby Cannavale and Jay Snyder ’s performance did you like?

The audio performances were outstanding, they held your interest in the story line from start to finish

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

No

Any additional comments?

I guess we will have to wait on I, Michael Bennett 2 to find out what's next for Michael Bennett and his family and who will Perrine kill next!

Great story

I like the Michael Bennett series, this is a great story, you really care about the characters. The narrator was really good.

Michael Bennett books are all great

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

I've listened to all the Michael Bennett books and recommend them all. I can't wait for the next one.

It's only half a book

I like the Michael Bennett book series. The story moves fast the family is endearing. I was a little disappointed that this was part one of a two-part story. Looking forward to the conclusion hopefully it's not part two of a three-part series.

Michael Bennett is a real person

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

This is one of the best James Patterson novels that I have read in some time. Michael Bennett's character is one that makes you think that there could actually be a person lke Michael !!

What did you like best about this story?

Having 10 kids is a stretch, but the family values that Micheal instills in his kids while working with hardened criminals in the real world, is refreshing.

What does Bobby Cannavale and Jay Snyder bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I love audio books that feature more than one reader - it makes you feel like you are right there, and makes the characters more real.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

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Best Michael Bennett ever!

Great narration. Could not stop listening, was always looking forward to commute home. Way to go.

Edgy, Cop Story

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

I follow this series and this is above average for the character and story line.

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

Very good chapter leads to urge continued listening.

situations would build in each chapter to lead to the next.

Any additional comments?

The family dynamics of his children keep this from being an average cop thriller and adds a fear level.

A very good listen!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes; it's smooth and easy to follow the story, interesting and very well performed.

What did you like best about this story?

The building pace of the plot.

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

I don't ever listen all in one sitting, I listen while working outside and/or in the car.

Fantastic

If you could sum up I, Michael Bennett in three words, what would they be?

Thrilling, Fast Paced

What other book might you compare I, Michael Bennett to and why?

James Patterson Simple Genius, two fast paced thrillers

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

No

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

Had me on my chair edge

Any additional comments?

Fantastic Book