 A GREAT START TO A NEW SERIES! |
| Review Date: March 6, 2001 |
| Reviewer: Nick Gonnella, |
| The killer wonders "What is the worst thing anyone has ever done?", as he sets out to do worse. San Francisco homicide investigator, Lindsay Boxer, is called to the most disturbing crime scene, a young couple has been murdered on their wedding night, the bride still in her wedding gown. This horrifying scene lays heavy in Lindsay's mind. As the investigation begins, another murder is committed, again another young couple on their wedding night. Lindsay knows she is up against a sick serial killer preying on newlyweds. As the official investigation is leading nowhere, Lindsay teams up with the medical examiner on the case, who also happens to be her friend, to begin their own investigation of these murders. The two women enlist the help of an investigative reporter, and the assistant D.A. to form the women's murder club. The women will meet and discuss how they are going to stop this killer, using the information obtained through the official investigation. The search brings the women to their first, and only suspect...a bestselling author whose first un-published novel depicts each of the murders in detail. With no concrete evidence to pin the murders on the author, the women will be lead on a wild chase to find the killer. Twist and turns keep things spinning out of control, until the final shocking realization of who the killer is! "1st To Die" is the first novel in a brand new series, and what a great novel it is. The plot races along, combining the murders, devistating health issues for Lindsay, and some romance, twisting and turning all the way to the shocking the conclusion. James Patterson uses all the key elements used in his Alex Cross series, so fans of that series will not be disappointed with this new book. I read this book in one-sitting, it is THAT GOOD! James Patterson is THE master of creating up-all-night reads, and his new book "1st To Die" is another masterpiece in a long line of great books. A MUST read! Nick Gonnella |
A NEW GREAT SERIES IS BORN
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| Review Date: March 6, 2001 |
| Reviewer: Craig A. Lagnese, |
| James Patterson has succeeded once again. We all know the sucess, and eloquent style in his Alex Cross series. Now Patterson does the unthinkable, producing another winning series. Hats off to this fine writer. This is a great read for anyone. The master of suspense does not disappoint once again! |
RUN DON'T WALK
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| Review Date: March 9, 2001 |
| Reviewer: Kevin T. Seidel, Homewood, Illinois USA |
| Run, don't walk to buy this book. I've read them all, and I used to think that Along Came a Spider and Jack and Jill were the best books he had written...until now. Welcome back Mr. Patterson. I must admit I've been disappointed with a couple of his latest books; however, for those of you who have been fans from the beginning, you will LOVE this book. I wish I could say something about the plot, but to do so would give it away. All I can tell you is that there were at least four times in the novel where I said aloud "Oh my God!" This book will be tough to top. I'm so glad he's back to his old form...... |
I'm Hooked!
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| Review Date: April 21, 2001 |
| Reviewer: Michael Butts, Martinsburg, WV United States |
| This is my first James Patterson book, trust me it is not going to be my last. I have been a little slow in starting Patterson's books; I had so many different series going that I didn't want to start another. I'm sorry that it took me so long to read him. Thank you Mr. Patterson for starting another series, so I could start without having to "catch up" a bunch of books. I was not disappointed in Mr. Patterson's skill. He is a fantastic writer. Let see things to like about his style, no padding, Patterson does not bore the reader with a lot of environmental detail. I really don't care that the streets were full of trash or that the mountains had a red hue to them because of this or that. But the author does give you enough to understand the environment and the people. Second, his characters are well thought out and developed to perfection. But within the flow of the story, he doesn't waste pages describing every little thing about them. Mr. Patterson uses a unique way of blending first and third person to tell the story. This is a very enjoyable way to unfold a story. The read is not stuck in only one point of view for the whole book. Thirdly, the story flows from beginning to end. All the clues are laid out as the story progresses. So that when the twist and turns the reader is as much off guard and the characters. "1st To Die" is an excellent book, if it were a person, they would be in excellent fighting condition, all muscle and no fat. I loved the characters, both the good and bad guys. The villain is truly a nasty and mean character. The good guys are people I would like to have as friends not perfect but good people. When I first read about this story line, I thought another story about people taking the law into their own hands. That is not the case here, I respect Mr. Patterson for not sinking to that type of story. When the hero is a vigilante he or she is no better than the villain. I whole heartily recommend "1st To Die" to any one who enjoys a very good read. Oh, and by the way, I've started James Patterson's Alex Cross series. So now I have a lot of "catching up" to do. |
1st to die is uncompromisingly riveting
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| Review Date: July 12, 2001 |
| Reviewer: Desmond Chan, Bishan North Singapore |
| A virulent murder spree of bride and groom from the hotel in Nob Hill to Napa Valley engages the pursue of homicide detective Lindsay Boxer, the flawed protagonist spun by James Patterson after his popular Alex Cross series. Lindsay is portrayed with dark emotions - grappling with the aggravating condition of homeoporesis and the wrenching gloom from seeing couples mutilated. She joins forces with Claire - her best friend cum forensic scientist, Cindy, an edgy reporter from the Chronicles and Jill - a tenacious dustrict attorney to hunt down the killer and establish ... The Women's Murder Club. James Patterson rejuvenates the reader with his style and a new heroine - the plot twistings and trademark short and punchy chapters makes 1st to Die a gripping and fast read; his deft characterization and emotionally charged portrayal of Lindsay Boxer is harrowing and haunting. He is in fact at his peak after Jack and Jill with this offering - the mystery enshrouding keeps readers guessing and raveling the pattern behind the serial killing from the bridal shops to the missing rings and the unexpected twist towards the end. Patterson shows an observant eye and exceptional empathy towards Lindsay and is surprisingly naunced at capturing a woman's trials of life. Her newfound romance manifested in Chris Raleigh , her partner and entanglements injects grit and reality in the lives of homicide detectives. A fleeting shadow of Kay Scarpetta - but with juicier storyline, 1st to Die stands on its own. 1st to Die is uncompromisingly riveting and suspenseful - kudos to Patterson's consummate narration. |
Wow !!!!
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| Review Date: July 13, 2002 |
| Reviewer: Beverley Strong, Australia |
| I've just finished my first James Patterson book and am still reeling at the pace and punchiness of the short chapters.Four women ,a police officer,a medical examiner,a reporter and a prosecuting attorney,band togrther to form "The Murder Club",to solve particularly baffling cases.A serial killer is systematically butchering brides and their grooms ,soon after their wedding. The pace of this book will leave you breathless and unable to put it down. I can't wait to get the next in this series. |
AN EDGE OF YOUR SEAT SUPENSE PACKED MASTERPIECE!!!!
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| Review Date: March 14, 2001 |
| Reviewer: Gerard T. McGuire, |
| When at his best, noone packs a mystery curveball like James Patterson. Having read and loved all of his Alex Cross novels I ventured into new territory with 1ST TO DIE and read this great thriller in a flash. Lindsay Boxer is a top notch female detective with San Francisco Homicide. Her skills look like they may have met their match when a newlywed couple is savagely defiled and murdered on the night of their wedding. At the same time she learns that an illness may cut her down in her prime. The killing becomes a series and Lindsay isnt to proud to enlist the aid of some old and new friends. Off duty she collaberates with the chief medical examiner, the assistant D.A., and a hot shot reporter, all of whom happen to be women. When they put their heads together they come up with a sure fire suspect who should be a slam dunk conviction.....or is it? As always Patterson keeps you guessing, this time right up to the very end. There are no shortage of surprises. The nature of the prime suspect gives you an insight into the diabolical imagination that Patterson must have.....we are talking a great thriller with Stephen King chills. Most of the characters are strong and Patterson doesnt sway off course too much with the romantic and illness subplots. The book not only holds your attention but it demands that you not put the book down because you are convinced that every sentence has the possibility of an explosive twist. A solid five star read and a great book for Patterson fans and any fan of good thrilling fiction. |
I hate to admit it!
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| Review Date: March 17, 2001 |
| Reviewer: Caren Cowan, |
| 1st To Die was my first Patterson novel. I absolutely could not set it down. I loved the short chapters and fast pace. The gathering of the four women to discuss the case grabbed me hook-line-and-sinker. |
Tough women
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| Review Date: March 20, 2001 |
| Reviewer: Norm Harris, Kent, WA USA |
| A Senior Editor for one of the Penguin Putnam imprints told me that not many writers succeed at cross gender writing. With this in mind I was curious how Mr. Patterson would fair when I purchased his book 1st to Die. I'd hoped that Mr. Patterson's protagonist, policewoman, Lindsey Boxer, would not prove to be the prototypical tough-as-nails superfemale that seems to find her way into so much of our fiction today. How could a policewoman named Boxer not be? The thought of a man writing from the viewpoint of a macho policewoman left me somewhat apprehensive. Placing my apprehensions behind me I fastened my seatbelt, I'd grown accustomed to James Patterson's break neck writing pace. I was not disappointed. The verdict is in. 1st to Die is 1st rate. As to whether or not he was successful as cross writing, the jury is still out |
Great reading
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| Review Date: May 24, 2001 |
| Reviewer: , |
| I am a new reader of James Patterson. 1ST To Die was very hard to put down and exciting to the end. I love the small chapters and his way of keeping you interested in the characters. Since reading this book I have been buying all of James Pattersons books. I love the Alex Cross series and will be looking forward to a new Alex Cross book. I also really enjoyed the women in 1St To Die and will look forward to another book with those characters. Even tough the villians scare me to death, I love an author who has a good imagination and keeps you guessing until the end. |
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