In the meantime, the escalation of arsonist murders continues. At the same time, I was drawn into the question of whether or not Lindsay’s relationship with Joe was going to survive the stresses and strains of her job and her dedication to that job. Not only that, but more Patterson whipsaws charge out of the closet when it looks like the arsonists could be tied into one of the fire investigators Lindsay has known for years. To make matters worse, Lindsay’s feelings for her partner, and his for her, threaten the relationship she has with Joe.
Cindy Thomas, the reporter in their little group, doesn’t get much face time in this novel, but Claire Washburn, the medical examiner, is on hand and ready to deliver her new baby girl.
The Women’s Murder Club novels are always filled with personal stories as well as murder mysteries and suspenseful chases. That’s why so many readers pick them up each year. I opened the new novel and settled in with old friends who had new stories to tell and had a great time.
As always, Patterson’s novel proceeds with breakneck pacing, surprises, and crackling dialogue. The courtroom scenes where Yuki goes up against one of the most brilliant defense attorneys on the scene reads like something from Court TV, but it’s her suddenly blooming romantic interest that will captivate readers.
Fans of the series already know why they pick up each book, and they’re going to be happy to have the latest one. 7th Heaven is written strongly enough to stand on its own, so if you’re new to the series or have been curious about trying one out, feel free to jump on board with this one. Just make sure you start early or don’t have to go to work the next morning. You’ll probably read this one straight through.
Article comments
1 - A. Critic
I'm not sure why the authors include a horribly inaccurate paragraph about Scott Dyleski in Chapter 23 of 7th Heaven. Many authors have no honor anymore. Was this really neccessary?
2 - Denise
I agree with your comment 100%! In fact, I wrote Mr. Patterson telling him it was obvious he knew nothing about Scott Dyleski's case and he should be ashamed for writing lies, not having checked out the facts.
3 - Starr
James patterson is a great writter and doesnt need to have facts straight, its only a book and its fiction its not like hes writting lies about for people to think that its real.
4 - Denise
Yes, I realize he writes fiction, but when he's writing about a real case involving real people, he DOES need to get his facts straight.
5 - Ceci
What happened to the first comment. It seems it's ok to use a real person in the book but tell fiction about them.