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The Black Book

By: James Patterson
Narrated by: Edoardo Ballerini
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Random House presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of The Black Book by James Patterson, read by Edoardo Ballerini.

'A total page-turner that will keep you guessing from start to terrifying finish' Karin Slaughter
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How can you prove your innocence when you can't remember the crime?

Being a cop runs in Billy Harney's family. The son of Chicago's Chief of Detectives whose twin sister, Patti, also followed in their father's footsteps, Billy would give up everything for the job - including his life.

After a brutal shooting, Billy is left for dead alongside his tempestuous former partner and an ambitious assistant district attorney. But somehow Billy survives - and is charged with double murder.

Billy remembers nothing about the shooting. Retracing his steps to find proof of his innocence, he discovers the existence of a little black book that he suspects contains the truth that will either set him free, or confirm his worst fears...
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'The Black Book has more twists than a Formula One race, and the pace is just as fast. Deeply rooted characters, a touch of humour, and a climax nobody can see coming - it's vintage Patterson.' Brad Taylor, author of the Pike Logan series

'The plot twists will give you whiplash' Washington Post

'Brilliantly twisty . . . Many readers will agree with Patterson that this is the "best book [he's] written in 25 years".' Publisher's Weekly

'The mystery is authentic, the lead-up genuinely suspenseful' Kirkus
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Don't miss the thrilling sequel, The Red Book, available now

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Critic reviews

It's almost as thrilling to see a writer like James Patterson at the top of his game as it is to read The Black Book – a total page-turner that will keep you guessing from start to terrifying finish. (Karin Slaughter)
The Black Book has more twists than a Formula One race, and the pace is just as fast. Deeply rooted characters, a touch of humour, and a climax nobody can see coming – it's vintage Patterson. (Brad Taylor, author of the Pike Logan series)
The plot twists will give you whiplash . . . an engaging read
Brilliantly twisty ... Many readers will agree with Patterson that this is the "best book [he's] written in 25 years".
The mystery is authentic, the lead-up genuinely suspenseful
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It was gripping from start to finish and also a great storyline and performance. I would certainly recommend it.

Excellent

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A really good book, that I enjoyed listening to and will now be listening to the following books.

Very good point buoyed the way the story was told.

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If like me you're a cop-drama fan anyway, you'll enjoy this read.
The end reveal was a surprise a d I'm usually good at predicting those so hard off JP, you got me :)

Enjoyable rollercoaster

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Struggled a bit through it as the story line jumps about a bit and if you don't listen to it in one or two sittings, then it can get confusing.

Enjoyable

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Enjoyed this book. Took a little while to get into the story. But kept you guessing right to the end.

Great read

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