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The Summer House: The Classic Blockbuster from the Author of Lion & Lamb Hardcover – June 8, 2020

by James Patterson (Author), Brendan DuBois (Author)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 39,884 ratings
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When seven murder victims are found in a small town, the homicide investigation shakes a small-town sheriff to her core in James Patterson's tense thriller.

Once a luxurious southern getaway on a rustic lake, then reduced to a dilapidated crash pad, the Summer House is now the grisly scene of a nighttime mass murder. Eyewitnesses point to four Army Rangers—known as the Night Ninjas—recently returned from Afghanistan.

To ensure that justice is done, the Army sends Major Jeremiah Cook, a veteran and former NYPD cop, to investigate. But the major and his elite team arrive in sweltering Georgia with no idea their grim jobs will be made exponentially more challenging by local law enforcement, who resists the Army's intrusion and stonewall them at every turn. 

As Cook and his squad struggle to uncover the truth behind the condemning evidence, the pieces just won't fit—and forces are rallying to make certain damning secrets die alongside the victims in the murder house. With his own people in the cross-hairs, Cook takes a desperate gamble to find answers—even if it means returning to a hell of his own worst nightmares . . . 
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  6. ISBN-10
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James Patterson is the world's bestselling author. The creator of Alex Cross, he has produced more enduring fictional heroes than any other novelist alive. He lives in Florida with his family.




Brendan DuBois is the award-winning author of twenty-one novels and more than 160 short stories, garnering him three Shamus Awards from the Private Eye Writers of America. He is also a Jeopardy! game show champion.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Little, Brown and Company; First Edition (June 8, 2020)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 448 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0316539554
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0316539555
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 0.053 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.38 x 1.65 x 9.5 inches
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James Patterson is the most popular storyteller of our time. He is the creator of unforgettable characters and series, including Alex Cross, the Women’s Murder Club, Jane Smith, and Maximum Ride, and of breathtaking true stories about the Kennedys, John Lennon, and Tiger Woods, as well as our military heroes, police officers, and ER nurses. Patterson has coauthored #1 bestselling novels with Bill Clinton and Dolly Parton, and collaborated most recently with Michael Crichton on the blockbuster “Eruption.” He has told the story of his own life in “James Patterson by James Patterson” and received an Edgar Award, ten Emmy Awards, the Literarian Award from the National Book Foundation, and the National Humanities Medal.

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L.W. Samuelson
5.0 out of 5 stars What a Barn Burner
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2024
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The Summer House is a great, fast-paced read. James Patterson is adept at changing points of view allowing me to experience the story on several levels. Its short chapters and building suspense kept me reading far beyond the time I intended to read. With great characters and an unpredictable plot The Summer House is one of the best books I've read this year!
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Bill Blair
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Fiction Novel
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2024
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This is a murder mystery with a military angle. Very well written and about one third of the way through it becomes a real page turner. I highly recommend it.
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Rey Mundo Magnus
4.0 out of 5 stars A simple read, a simple story
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2024
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The Summer House by James Patterson

This book was what I would consider a generic version of James Patterson story telling. The story line moved quickly, the characters all held their own and I enjoyed the chapters being broken up into small clips which helped the book flow.

There were characters that were strong enough that they could be used in a followup novel. It was an enjoyable and simple book that held me to the finish, wanting to know how it would all conclude.

The one thing I found unnecessary was the repeated use of God's name in vain. It wasn't needed in order to carry the bad guy image storyline. I am uncertain why writers use this to emphasize subject matter, you would think they could come up with hundreds of alternative words aside from his and damn together

It is an okay novel that I would probably read again. Patterson is a great writer and it is hard to go wrong, this is just not one of his five star award winners
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Meloda Everitt
5.0 out of 5 stars Meloda T Everitt
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2024
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Great book from beginning to end. Kept me wondering and waiting for what was next. Phenomenal and surprising ending. James Patterson works with other great writers like Brendan DuBois and never lets you down.
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Carrie C.
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Read
Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2024
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I really enjoyed this book. It kept me guessing until the end. I’m a wartime vet and enjoyed the characters.
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Kindle Customer Linda Lettau
5.0 out of 5 stars A page turner:
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2024
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I have rated this Exciting book a five star. It's extremely well written. A extremely exciting read that's for sure. I couldn't put the book down. You have to read this book yourself and judge for yourself. That's I'm going to say
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Klrj26
4.0 out of 5 stars Good read
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2024
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I thought the book was great, lots of suspense. I think it could have been 100 pages shorter in my opinion though.
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Della Caldwell
3.0 out of 5 stars Unbelievable and Unnecessary Twists
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2023
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This was a reasonably intriguing story about Army Rangers accused of an horrendous murder - until it took too many unbelievable twists and then it became boring. All of the lead investigator's trips in Afghanistan - yeah right. Wouldn't happen. Weren't necessary. All of that information could have been "uncovered" in a more realistic manner without being in-person in Afghanistan. An entire county in Georgia under the thumb of one bad character? Everyone getting killed or going missing and that doesn't raise anyone's concerns other than the Army investigators? Skyping into court??? Then POOF - the Rangers are magically free???? Too many characters killed off - for what? That doesn't make good reading - just gore. It would have been better to develop the story of Tyler and DD. There was no real build up to a satisfying ending.
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Mary Hoggarth
5.0 out of 5 stars exceptional Read
Reviewed in Canada on July 15, 2023
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The Summer House was an exceptional read. I was kept on my toes trying to figure it all out. Action through out the story with the characters very clear and on point. Team work and looking out for what you believe.
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Graham Turner
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 1, 2024
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What a thrilling book,James is one of my favourite authors,and I’ve read quite a few of his books,this one is different from his usual style of writing but it’s brilliant enjoyed every minute of it .
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Terri
1.0 out of 5 stars Something's wrong
Reviewed in Germany on July 18, 2020
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I purchased this book in Kindle format. I never got to read it because it locked up the Kindle for PC app when I (repeatedly) tried to open it. Sadly I had to request a refund.
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Vanessa
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read.
Reviewed in Australia on July 20, 2020
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Amazing! Another great novel by James Patterson. Captured you from the very first moment you started reading and continued right through til the end.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good story
Reviewed in Canada on August 11, 2023
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Great action and suspense. Very James Patterson. In general I like his books. I definitely recommend this book and others by this author.
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