Private

By: James Patterson, Maxine Paetro

Narrated by: Peter Hermann

Length: 7 hrs and 4 mins

Publisher's summary

The police can't help you....

Former Marine helicopter pilot Jack Morgan runs Private, a renowned investigation company with branches around the globe. It is where you go when you need maximum force and maximum discretion. The secrets of the most influential men and women on the planet come to Jack daily - and his staff of investigators uses the world's most advanced forensic tools to make and break their cases.

The press will destroy you....

Jack is already deep into the investigation of a multi-million dollar NFL gambling scandal and the unsolved slayings of 18 schoolgirls when he learns of a horrific murder close to home: his best friend's wife, Jack's former lover, has been killed. It nearly pushes him over the edge. Instead, Jack pushes back and devotes all of Private's resources to tracking down her killer.

Only one place to turn: Private....

But Jack doesn't have to play by the rules. As he closes in on the killer and chooses between revenge and justice, Morgan has to navigate a workplace love affair that threatens to blow the roof off his plans. With a plot that moves at death-defying speeds, Private is James Patterson's sleekest, most exciting thriller ever.

©2010 James Patterson (P)2010 Hachette

Critic reviews

"James Patterson knows how to sell thrills and suspense in clean, unwavering prose." ( People)

"Patterson's novels are sleek entertainment machines, the Porsches of commercial fiction, expertly engineered and lightning fast." ( Publishers Weekly)

Good Cop Book

Where does Private rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Not the best but kept me interested to the end. A little predictable but not boring. Had a good base line

What did you like best about this story?

Connected Police Military and private sector. A great idea but it would never really happen

Have you listened to any of Peter Hermann’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

My first but i like him

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

Not Really

Any additional comments?

Working on book 2 now

Great Story & Really Enjoyed Audible Version

Would you listen to Private again? Why?

Yes as it would be a good book to listen to while taking a walk or a road trip. I looked forward in learning what secrets would be revealed next. I was not disappointed.

What did you like best about this story?

Private had so many investigations going on simultaneously between the unsolved murders of young schools girls, his best friend's wife being killed and his favorite uncle's request in solving the NFL gambling scandal. I couldn't wait to have the time to tune in again!

Have you listened to any of Peter Hermann’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No I have not listened to Peter Hermann before as I am new to Audible. He did a terrific job!

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

No extreme reaction other than could not wait to learn if the mysteries would be solved.

Any additional comments?

I am so grateful for James Patterson's free audiobook!!! I use to purchase James Patterson's book years ago and had read over 50 of his books. I truly had forgotten how James Patterson does not disappoint his readers!!!Thank you!

Great Entertainment

I really enjoyed this book. It is another good one from James Patterson, et al. The story line had 3 different murders working at the same time and they each had their drama and nail biting suspense. The author brings them all together ..... each with different outcomes. I love the Private cast of characters and have already downloaded the next 2 books in the sequence. I totally enjoyed listening to this book.

Suspense Junkie

Too predictable. Narration was what kept me engaged. Overall a decent story line for a beginner.

Good Who done it

Well paced story with several sub plots that all come together at the end of the book.

meh

I just didn't care about the characters. And the only mystery was what happened in Afghanistan.

Gripping

This is my first book by James Patterson. It is drama, suspense, relationship conflicts, mystery, and more, all put together for an interesting and gripping story.

Many Interesting Storylines

What made the experience of listening to Private the most enjoyable?

The many storylines that were going on but was not confusing to follow.
Thank you for this one being FREE to listen so now I am hooked on this series. A great way to get listeners a chance to find a new series to follow.

What did you like best about this story?

The main character from his past to present. The stories within the story.

What about Peter Hermann’s performance did you like?

Very captivating. Peter used unique voices for each character.

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

I wanted to listen to in one sitting but it took over 2 days.

Ok

If you're bored and have nothing else to listen to go ahead way better books out there to listen. Nothing special. Not bad but not good just ok.

Exceptional Reading.

Suckedme right into the "Private" world! I COULD NOT PUT THIS BOOK DOWN. Cannot wait for the next book!