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MISTRESS Paperback – January 1, 2014
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Arrow (January 1, 2014) Language
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This may be the best of the books written or co-written by James Patterson that I have read. David Ellis is the co-author here. It's a captivating story narrated by Ben Casper, publisher of an online newspaper based in Washington, D.C. The novel begins with Ben installing sophisticated surveillance equipment in his girlfriend's apartment. Very soon thereafter, she falls to her death from this apartment. But things may not be as they seem. The mystery begins... Ben presents a fantastic tale of espionage, blackmail, murder, betrayal, and sacrifice. It involves the U.S. President and his wife. There's a Russian expansionist plot that I felt was quite believable. A ruthless Chinese lobbyist enters the mix. Ben uncovers closely guarded secrets and finds himself hunted by the CIA, the Washington police, and Russian agents. As bullets fly, he must flee for his life by car, on his motorcycle, on foot, and, in one instance, on a bicycle. These chases were always exciting and reflected a sound knowledge of the city. Through it all, Ben is given to flights of fancy. He knows a lot about movies, presidential history, pop music, and just about everything else. For example, at one point Ben walks down a hall with purple carpet. This triggers a response from Ben: "I'm not a big fan of purple, but I will admit that Purple Rain is one of the best albums of my generation." There are scores of these, as Ben puts it, "mind-scrolls," in this book. Some might find them distracting, but I thought they were very clever and kept the narrative flowing. Woven throughout is the memory of a tragic event, the death of Ben's mother when he was only eight. The circumstances of his mother's death haunt Ben to the very end of the book. It certainly kept me engaged. I hope the Ben Casper character is further developed in future works.
If you read a lot of the other reviews about "Mistress", you'll see that "Everybody" is upset that this is not a James Patterson book. The chapters are longer. Not nearly as much dialogue. The protagonist rambles about presidential and movie trivia. "Everybody" is right so far. But "Everybody" knows now how Patterson writes (or doesn't write) his books, so if you're looking for the old Patterson, reread his old books. But if you're looking for a really good read, with a VERY interesting, yet somewhat disturbed hero, with plot twists, humor, and some raw emotions, this fits the bill really well! Our hero has issues with his father for seemingly having pinned the murder of his mother on him, then getting him off. Our hero is extremely wealthy, and owns and reports for an online newspaper. He's well-respected by everybody in DC, up to and including the President. He gets involved in a convoluted set of circumstances involving the CIA, the Russians, a gay First Lady (spoiler alert), and his one true love. He shows himself to be physically agile and morally pure, trying to solve the mystery despite seeing people he loves and respects killed around him. I say give this book a chance, not as a Patterson novel, but on its own merits. Enjoy it!
I would be so happy if James Patterson went back to never writing without "guest writers" and just wrote a few books a year all by himself. I find much of his work watered down and silly and very thin story lines since he started churning them out on a monthly basis with guest writers. Even the ones he writes alone now are not up to the quality of his early works. MIstress was all over the place. I found if I read every third or forth paragraph I could finish the story. The babbling and ADD ramblings were confusing and silly and boring and wore me out. The story itself was an okay concept but I missed the old James Patterson telling it. I was determined to read it but it was a chore. I fell in love with the Alex Cross novels and the Women's Murder Club. These were great books and I could rarely see the end coming. Not so anymore. Only when he writes by himself is there a good reason to buy works. My bookshelves and/or my Kindle have all his books with the exception of the ones for teens. The older books are worth reading more than once. Mistress and other new ones are not worth the time, trouble or money.
This is one of Patterson's active chase...threats every direction...thrillers with murders, yes plural murders, power plays, last minute survival action. It's fast...yet it's the voice mainly of the chased one, a writer who owns an online newspaper. That's really an oxymoron to this reader. If you like his style it's also a trip through great music and cool jazz from the best of the past and the constant mind race of the narrator. The protaganist knows that an apparent suicide is somehow a complex, global murder, that has the full attention of the domestic and international spy communities. Even the President mentions the dead woman, who is named Diana, is a suicide. It seems everyone wants our narrator to face the fact that the Diana is dead, and especially to accept it was by her own hand. That works to the advantage of the action but breaks the heart of the friends of the dead woman. Even on his bike being chased by a generic black SUV, this guy manages to visit and comment on films, TV shows, think "Castle," as well as directors or writers. Certainly a fast and easy weekend read, and for puzzle solvers of sleuth fiction, never forget the title of this one.
1.0 out of 5 stars
Don't be fooled
I've read everything that I know of that James Patterson ever wrote. I include the children's books and the books that JP has lent his name to in the past to support other authors - and I've also read this one (which he lends his name to also) 'Mistress'. If you are considering buying this book simply because JP has his name on the cover, please think twice. This was the most tiresome book I've read in a long time and I persevered only because it was a James Patterson and I felt sure it would become interesting at some point. It's clear that the main character has either OCD or an Autistic disorder.....which is absolutely fine I may add (I have two grandchildren who are Autistic). Except that his problems never get recognised at all during the book.....and they never end!!! He has a huge awareness of films and actors and where normally a person would ''stop and think'', this character just relates himself to loads of films and film stars. It's almost impossible to work out what the story/plot really is because your mind keeps getting bombarded by old or less old, films and film personalities. I simply can't imagine why JP has leant his name in support of this author. I know his own son has problems but......we all have problems and tend to read to remove ourselves from them for a little while; like reading a book? I never thought I'd leave a poor review for a JP book but here it is. If it's offered for free, give it a go, if not I wouldn't buy it. I almost feel like a traitor by leaving such a negative review but I'd love to hear other reviews that prove to me that I've got it all wrong. It was simply an awful book. The action picks up towards the end but unfortunately your mind is so full of irrelevant rubbish by that point that it just can't sink in. Sorry JP. My first ever awful review.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Slow start but stay with it - well worth it!
Wasn't sure at all about this book to start with. Lots of film references which I didn't get but were quite amusing. It builds slowly, but is so brilliant in its plot and twists. The second half of the book is full of suprises, intrigue, political insight and supense. You cannot predict the climax or ending of the book, extremely well written and the film references got better and better. Loved it. JP at his very best! READ IT!
This is the worst book of James Patterson I have ever read. Usually his books are brilliant and quick page changers but I just could not get into this one at all. I don't know why I just did not like it at all. I persevered right to the end but even then I did not like it. Sorry but I was o looking forward to it and it disappointed me.
3.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointing
I looked forward to reading this book but have to say I forced myself to read to the end. The book is spoiled by the amount of trivia throughout. If I wanted to read about history facts I would have bought a book on history instead of a thriller. A book that should have, and could have, been good was let down by this. The book was passed out with useless trivia.
2.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointing
I've read a number of James Patterson books and I normally find them easy reading. This book really didn't hold my focus at all. Initially the storyline seemed good but I couldn't relate to the main character what so ever. His mind kept jumping all over the place talking about movies and actors espeically in really tense circumstances, like when he was being shot at, which I found unbelievable and distracting to the storyline. The book was quite fast paced which again I found a little unbelievable and the storeyline took some twists in order to keep some suspense but I found myself getting quite bored with it. Overall I was quite disappointed
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JAMES PATTERSON is one of the best-known and biggest-selling writers of all time. His books have sold in excess of 375 million copies worldwide. He is the author of some of the most popular series of the past two decades – the Alex Cross, Women’s Murder Club, Detective Michael Bennett and Private novels – and he has written many other number one bestsellers including romance novels and stand-alone thrillers.
James is passionate about encouraging children to read. Inspired by his own son who was a reluctant reader, he also writes a range of books for young readers including the Middle School, I Funny, Treasure Hunters, Dog Diaries and Max Einstein series. James has donated millions in grants to independent bookshops and has been the most borrowed author of adult fiction in UK libraries for the past eleven years in a row. He lives in Florida with his wife and son.
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Having a minor fan-crush on the actress Laurie Metcalf, I scanned Amazon for some projects which may have eluded my entertainment radar. "Mistress" turned up. Noticing all the big names, I expected something of an "all-star" cast deal: a great Friday night date flick which brings a few laughs and a look at the watch (and a yawn). Within about ten minutes I could see - on this DVD - that something cool was heating up and I got engaged. The story is nothing new, about a last chance for a talented writer and his old, depressing script (which nonetheless) is very credible and provides a catharsis of sorts. Another last chancer is the once respected movie Producer, Martin Landau, who sees a success (but is unwilling, or unable, to adjust to the new movie industry - his attire - and his 'stache are as outdated as his approach). He connects with seasoned "money men" (DeNiro, Wallach, Aiello) who got what it takes. Each one also has a decadent association with a wild "mistress" (who also has a chance, like the writer, to rescue a "career"). Brilliant behind the scenes negotiations in all the right restaurants, the dialogue flows smoothly; the screenplay is a gem (though I found alot of superfulous soap-opera in the winding down. Another Amazon reviewer mentioned Metcalf's performance and it is a wonder. A truly great actress, who to my knowledge, never sustained in great post-Roseanne projects. Her range is astounding. DeNiro's "power lunch" with his potential partners, to me, is one of the best scenes he's ever done. Ever bit as memorable as his best work in Goodfellas or Casino. Although, following that terrific bit...he is rarely seen and seems less involved. (By the way, "in real life", it could be said he was a real "money man" for this movie! - one of five Producers). I was not thrilled with the ending; or some of the stereotyping with the female cast. Regarding that "suprise" ending (which I will not divulge) see if you agree that a better choice would be for Robert Wuhl to piece together the original failed project - which w
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