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Private Rome

A murdered priest. A city full of secrets. (Private 18)

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A priest is murdered and a Private agent is the number one suspect.

Jack Morgan is in Rome celebrating the opening of the new local Private office, when the party takes a deadly turn. Private agent Matteo Ricci is found at the party standing over the body of a dead priest with a gun in hand, swearing he did not kill the man.

As Jack tries to prove Matteo's innocence, he uncovers a much deadlier conspiracy - which leads straight to the heart of the Vatican.

With corruption closing in on all sides, Jack must decide who he can trust before the city falls.

©2023 James Patterson (P)2023 Penguin Audio

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Critic reviews

Patterson knows where our deepest fears are buried... there's no stopping his imagination
A writer with an unusual skill at thriller plotting
No one gets this big without natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades (Lee Child)
Patterson boils a scene down to a single, telling detail, the element that defines a character or moves a plot along. It's what fires off the movie projector in the reader's mind (MICHAEL CONNELLY)
James Patterson is The Boss. End of. (Ian Rankin)
Patterson is in a class by himself (Steve Berry)
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The location of Rome had to tell a story which included a mob boss, and the Vatican, along with many clergy story was easy to follow although some of the Italian words were pretty long. I wouldn’t say it’s the best in the private series, but a good listen, nonetheless.

Rome with a twist

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It’s a few years since I have enjoyed a James Patterson level. I know Rome well and the story combined with the descriptions of Rome streets and areas enhanced my enjoyment of the plot. The performances of the narrators was excellent.

A Rome guidebook like no other

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As usual James Patterson is a very good read and really enjoyed the fact I could listen to it in stages. Had me hold g my breath with all the dangerous predicaments he encountered

Gripping

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The Private books nearly always make a good read. I enjoyed Private Rome. The only thing that is starting to annoy me is the silly way Justine is portrayed in her relationship with Jack. She was originally written as a tough women, top in her field. Now she has been reduced to this silly little women, terrified every minute Jack is out of her sight. Please bring back the strong women!!

Private Rome - leave romance alone

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Agree with reviewer who said it’s been a long time since we’ve had such a good story combined with wonderful snapshots of Rome. Best narrator in the business.

First class

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