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Private

James Patterson, Maxine Paetro
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Private

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010

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James Patterson, Maxine Paetro

Private

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

385

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Los Angeles, California • 2010s

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Private by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro, individuals in a prestigious investigative agency navigate personal challenges while solving complex cases. The agency's top investigator juggles his commitment to the firm with his personal life, as they tackle high-stakes investigations involving intricate crimes and powerful adversaries, highlighting themes of loyalty and justice.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Gritty

Dark

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.1

68,884 ratings

71%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Private by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro offers fast-paced action and intricate plotting, appealing to fans of thrillers. Readers praise its engaging characters and gripping storyline, while some criticize predictable elements and formulaic writing. Overall, it provides an entertaining read for those seeking a quick, suspenseful escape.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Private?

A reader who enjoys Private by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro likely craves fast-paced thrillers with complex plots and high-stakes action. Fans of The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown or Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn might appreciate the suspenseful, intricate narratives and strong character-driven stories.

4.1

68,884 ratings

71%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

385

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Los Angeles, California • 2010s

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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