Lamb, Lion, could this be the start of a new series from James Patterson? Characters could be embellished a bit more with more of their background put forward.

A quick read as per normal, but the ending was really predictable.

Thank you Netgalley for letting me read this book prior to general release.

3.5 rounded up.
Philadelphia, January 2023.

Two cops discover a Maserati that has come to a stop by the art museum. Inside is a dead body, covered in blood. A passerby takes a couple of pictures and soon a large crowd gathers. Who is the occupant of the car? The victim proves to be Archie Hughes, quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles and various items, including his Super Bowl ring are missing. The following day, the Hughes gardener finds a gun, the prints transpire
to belong to Francine Pearl Hughes, Archie’s wife and a very well known singer. Did Francine kill her husband or has she been set up? Homicide detective Michael Bernstein investigates, and PI Cooper Lamb is hired by the defence attorney for the wife and PI Veena Lamb for the district attorney’s office. Will Lion and Lamb work together for the side of truth?

I initially find this hard to get into, particularly as there are transcripts of conversations the whole way through that gets tiresome really quickly and seems to me to be lazy writing. Eventually, the case becomes very interesting as all is definitely not what it seems in a number of areas and the situation escalates with the discovery of two more bodies. There are numerous nefarious deeds, plenty of twists and turns in a fast paced lively plot in what transpires to be a murky tale. There’s a bit of humour, though some of it I haven’t a clue (American football references. Top. Head. Over.) and some is a bit childish – Baaaa, Rowrr! Yeah, got it! I do like the relationship between Lion and Lamb though some of their dialogue definitely whiffs of French cheese!

Overall, it is very entertaining, but could lose many of the transcripts!!

With thanks to NetGalley and especially to Random House UK, Cornerstone for the much appreciated arc in return for an honest review.

As expected from James Patterson, a short chaptered fast paced book with twists and turns at every angle. Absolutely loved Lion and Lamb as characters and how the story was told from their viewpoint. Hope to be reading more about them working together in the future, and of course not forgetting Lupe! ❤️

James Patterson knows how’s to collaborate, that’s for sure. Another brilliant, fast paced thriller delivered.

Two things really stand out for me in the book. Firstly, the characters are brilliant. Lamb and Lion are thoroughly enjoyable, with their many quirks and idiosyncrasies. But the characters around them are equally brilliant, from their assistants to the kids, and even the dog, they are all fun and entertaining. Secondly the way that the story is relayed through numerous recorded interviews and interactions adds something a little different to the overall story.

I personally hope we see more of Lamb and Lion in the future. They deserve to invade our lives a little bit more.

Thanks You NetGalley and Random House UK for a Review Copy

Another winner from James Patterson. There is a reason why he has sold so many millions of books around the world and is so loved. With his short chapters that leave you wanting more, and characters that you can relate to to, reading a Patterson book is always fun.

Lion and Lamb is a new stand-alone book, but I would love to read about these characters again. Working for opposite sides of the case, but working together to pool their knowledge, Cooper Lamb and Veena Lion are out to find the killer. A celebrity couple…an NFL star and a Grammy award winning singer. One is murdered and the other is the prime suspect. As always, there are plenty of red herrings and twists along the way and I loved every minute of it.

Big thank you to Random House UK, Cornerstone and NetGalley for my advanced copy of this book to read. Published on August 3rd.

You know what you're getting with James Patterson. Fast pace, short chapters, and a thrilling plot-line to draw you in. This, his latest thriller, and one hoping to launch another franchise is all of those typical things... with a little twist. This time much of the novel is taken up with interviews and recordings. This has the effect of distancing you a little from the characters Patterson (working here with co-author Duane Swierczynski) as the narrative progresses, but as the novel progresses you begin to understand what makes it's lead characters tick.

This was a fun read, not challenging in anyway, but a good way to spend a few hours of your day. I'd happily read another volume with Lion and Lamb, which I think says I enjoyed it.

Thanks to the publishers and Netgalley for the ARC.

Fantastic story telling and great characters. I would give it more than five stars if I could, but alas, I cannot do that. I can only say that I highly recommend the book and can't praise it enough. Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for giving me a copy of the book.