The Black Book

The Black Book by James Patterson, published by Little, Brown on March 27, 2017, is presented in a large print edition and spans 560 pages. This fiction work delves into the world of crime and suspense, following Billy Harney, a dedicated cop from Chicago, and his partner, Detective Kate Fenton. The narrative unfolds as they investigate a chilling murder linked to an exclusive brothel frequented by the city’s elite, revealing a web of power and corruption.
Readers will encounter a gripping story where the search for a missing black book becomes central to the investigation, intertwining the lives of law enforcement and powerful citizens. As the plot thickens, the stakes rise, and trust becomes a rare commodity among those involved. The Black Book explores themes of secrecy and the lengths individuals will go to protect their interests, making it a compelling addition to the crime and thriller genres.
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Three bodies in a beautiful and luxurious bedroom.
Billy Harney was born to be a cop. The son of Chicago’s chief of detectives, whose twin sister is also on the force, Billy plays it by the book. Alongside Detective Kate Fenton, Billy’s tempestuous, adrenaline-junkie partner, there’s nothing he wouldn’t sacrifice for his job. Enter Amy Lentini, a hard-charging assistant state’s attorney hell-bent on making a name for herself-who suspects Billy isn’t the cop he claims to be. They’re about to be linked by more than their careers.
One missing black book.
A horrifying murder leads investigators to an unexpected address-an exclusive brothel that caters to Chicago’s most powerful citizens. There’s plenty of incriminating evidence on the scene-but what matters most is what’s missing: the madam’s black book. Now with shock waves rippling through the city’s elite, everyone’s desperate to find it.
Chicago has never been more dangerous.
As everyone who’s anyone in Chicago scrambles to get their hands on the elusive black book, no one’s motives can be trusted. An ingenious, inventive thriller about power, corruption, and the power of secrets to scandalize a city-and possibly destroy a family-The Black Book is James Patterson at his page-turning best.
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