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jjwilkes83's review against another edition
3.0
Not the best book in the private series but still a decent enough read
it_smiy_bookshelf's review against another edition
2.0
Wowwwwwww. Do not read this book before bed. I wanted to try a James Patterson book…. But I don’t think I’ll continue. It was a bit dark for me (and I love a good murder mystery). I would read this every night and it would creep me out (like running to turn the lights off). So maybe it’s good? But I’m just a baby
rmarcin's review
2.0
I did not like this Private novel at all. It is about a serial killer seeking revenge by harvesting organs from people. I didn't think there was any redeeming quality about this book. I struggled through the entire book.
jonathan_v1's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.25
tippoliti's review against another edition
5.0
Most of his Private series are fantastic. This one is no exception.
meeghanreads's review against another edition
3.0
Organ harvesting, murder, child abductions, conspiracies, vigilantes – this book has everything you want in a James Patterson thriller (crime fiction? I never know what genre to put them in).
So, we last saw Jack absolutely devastated at the end of The Games, or as it was published in Australia, Private Rio. Despite his many fanciful flings across the years, it seemed that he and Tavia may have made an actual go with it, but alas that was not to be the case.
At the start of Private Dehli we find Jack with a new project and a new focus (possibly as a distraction): helping Santosh Wagh, former head of Private India (based in Mumbai), with his alcohol addiction.
Santosh’s story began in Private India where we learned that he had lost his wife and child in an accident, and was not dealing well with the loss. In steps Jack with the offer of running Private India, and Santosh accepts, and nearly loses his own life. In between then Santosh has taken the offer of a new beginning in Dehli, and possibly been tempted by the drink again. Fast forward to now, and both, Santosh and Nisha have moved to Delhi to head up this office.
The story tracks well – it has that classic Patterson style of jumping around a bit as the story progresses. It is primarily told in chronological order, skipping the point of view between the killer, Jack, Santosh, Nisha, and a few other key players, but does step back when the antagonist is reminiscing of why and how he became ‘the deliverer’.
In terms of following the characters, I will absolutely admit that I lost it and had to draw myself a map (I think better when I draw) of who was who and how they were related to character X. This is probably because while it normally takes me 2-3 days to read one of these I have been distracted by work and so reading this spanned two weeks… But I will absolutely share my amazing drawing with you in case you feel the same! (see link in my bio to my blog)
Despite my confusion and constant referral to my character map, I enjoyed the plot twists and fast pace of these books, and Jack Morgan will always be one of my favourite Patterson characters (I have absolutely left Lindsay Boxer and Alex Cross in the past – for now at least). Also, I absolutely did not guess the killer… and that surprised me!
These books are not literature, and judging by the number per year that Patterson releases I am certain he isn’t writing half of them anymore. However, I will always say these are a great lazy beach read.
♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ – 6/10 hearts
So, we last saw Jack absolutely devastated at the end of The Games, or as it was published in Australia, Private Rio. Despite his many fanciful flings across the years, it seemed that he and Tavia may have made an actual go with it, but alas that was not to be the case.
At the start of Private Dehli we find Jack with a new project and a new focus (possibly as a distraction): helping Santosh Wagh, former head of Private India (based in Mumbai), with his alcohol addiction.
Santosh’s story began in Private India where we learned that he had lost his wife and child in an accident, and was not dealing well with the loss. In steps Jack with the offer of running Private India, and Santosh accepts, and nearly loses his own life. In between then Santosh has taken the offer of a new beginning in Dehli, and possibly been tempted by the drink again. Fast forward to now, and both, Santosh and Nisha have moved to Delhi to head up this office.
The story tracks well – it has that classic Patterson style of jumping around a bit as the story progresses. It is primarily told in chronological order, skipping the point of view between the killer, Jack, Santosh, Nisha, and a few other key players, but does step back when the antagonist is reminiscing of why and how he became ‘the deliverer’.
In terms of following the characters, I will absolutely admit that I lost it and had to draw myself a map (I think better when I draw) of who was who and how they were related to character X. This is probably because while it normally takes me 2-3 days to read one of these I have been distracted by work and so reading this spanned two weeks… But I will absolutely share my amazing drawing with you in case you feel the same! (see link in my bio to my blog)
Despite my confusion and constant referral to my character map, I enjoyed the plot twists and fast pace of these books, and Jack Morgan will always be one of my favourite Patterson characters (I have absolutely left Lindsay Boxer and Alex Cross in the past – for now at least). Also, I absolutely did not guess the killer… and that surprised me!
These books are not literature, and judging by the number per year that Patterson releases I am certain he isn’t writing half of them anymore. However, I will always say these are a great lazy beach read.
♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ – 6/10 hearts
beth_books_123's review against another edition
4.0
WOW! - 4*
Let's forget Private India (#8) happened because we don't need it as this book is glorious! I was very sceptical when I first picked this book up because I wasn't sure what it was going to be like and I didn't really interact well with the characters last time in Mumbai and I just thought it was going to be a repeat performance in Delhi.
I was wrong. This book used the Private formula to make it great.
1. Jack Morgan. Every book with Jack Morgan is going to get at least 2* because I honestly adore him. I wouldn't have continued reading for thirteen books if I didn't love him and everything he stood for. Yes, he's a flawed character but the Private corporation is a delight and so is he. I miss his character when he doesn't make an appearance so I was glad to see him. It was also nice for him to admit he was wrong.
2. The plot and the murderer were strong. It wasn't a half-thought out whimsical idea. I was engrossed. I wasn't feeling my best last night but this book got me through. I was talking to this plot to my family and we discussed the morality of the entire situation. It was terrifying and was justice served? I have no idea but these books are always my favourite where they make me question and realign my moral compass.
3. INDIA. When the Private series moves across the world, the one thing I'm waiting for is to be immersed in the country/city it is visiting and it certainly happened in this book. This felt authentic and that's what I loved. I didn't want it to feel fake and artificial. It wasn't and it strengthened the book further.
So yeah. This book was awesome and I can't wait for the next one. Bring it on, Patterson!
Let's forget Private India (#8) happened because we don't need it as this book is glorious! I was very sceptical when I first picked this book up because I wasn't sure what it was going to be like and I didn't really interact well with the characters last time in Mumbai and I just thought it was going to be a repeat performance in Delhi.
I was wrong. This book used the Private formula to make it great.
1. Jack Morgan. Every book with Jack Morgan is going to get at least 2* because I honestly adore him. I wouldn't have continued reading for thirteen books if I didn't love him and everything he stood for. Yes, he's a flawed character but the Private corporation is a delight and so is he. I miss his character when he doesn't make an appearance so I was glad to see him. It was also nice for him to admit he was wrong.
2. The plot and the murderer were strong. It wasn't a half-thought out whimsical idea. I was engrossed. I wasn't feeling my best last night but this book got me through. I was talking to this plot to my family and we discussed the morality of the entire situation. It was terrifying and was justice served? I have no idea but these books are always my favourite where they make me question and realign my moral compass.
3. INDIA. When the Private series moves across the world, the one thing I'm waiting for is to be immersed in the country/city it is visiting and it certainly happened in this book. This felt authentic and that's what I loved. I didn't want it to feel fake and artificial. It wasn't and it strengthened the book further.
So yeah. This book was awesome and I can't wait for the next one. Bring it on, Patterson!
it_smiy_bookshelf's review against another edition
2.0
Wowwwwwww. Do not read this book before bed. I wanted to try a James Patterson book…. But I don’t think I’ll continue. It was a bit dark for me (and I love a good murder mystery). I would read this every night and it would creep me out (like running to turn the lights off). So maybe it’s good? But I’m just a baby
scrollsofdragons's review against another edition
3.0
2.5 It was just an decent quick read thriller. I didn't pratically care for any of the Private India team, they just arent as interesting as some of the other private teams.
laurashavers's review
2.0
I listened to this on Overdrive. I am not the most thrilled with the person who read the book, hence the lower rating. It was harder to follow. Other than that, I liked the book, as I do all of James Patterson's books.