This is another story in the Women’s Murder Club series featuring the four somewhat unlikely friends of Lindsey, Clair, Yuki and Cindy each respectively a Police Sergeant, a Medical Examiner (Pathologist), Assistant DA and a Crime Reporter.
If you have ever read any of the hundreds of books attributed to James Patterson then you know what to expect. This one doesn’t disappoint.

Well I know I’m going to be in the minority here and may incur the wrath of die-hard James Patterson fans, but this was not a good read.
There were three consecutive story lines running, none of which had anything to do with each other. A common device used in many genres, but…..
As each one only constituted a part of the overall book, they all felt as if they were dealt with very superficially, and at least two of them were concluded in a way which had nothing to do with the efforts and skills of the main characters. Even in the main murder story, Boxer basically gets handed the answer on a plate with about twenty pages to go.
The cyber crime thread failed to interest me at all, but each of the three could have made a much better book in their own right, with the opportunity to get some really interesting mileage out of each. The court case theme in particular could have been gritty and intense but completely fizzled out.
And the closing two chapters with their ‘well, aren’t we just the most gosh-darnedest nice people you could ever hope to meet’ ending was just a bit saccharine for me.
This felt as if it been written for television- no need for quality wordcraft that pulls you in to the story and won’t let you leave.
I loved Patterson’s early Alex Cross novels - they were books I did struggle to put down, and also enjoyed the early Women’s Murder Club books. And ‘The Girl in the Castle’, a fairly recent release, was also very good. But this disappointed.

Another excellent book from the Master James Patterson, I have loved all his books and this one dose not disappoint the story and characters do bring the book alive for the reader.Brilliant.

This was my first Women's Murder Club

I wasn't disappointed at all. The story switched between a court case of a victim of assault to Sergeant Boxer dealing with a high profile serial killer. I will be reading other books in this series for sure

Highly recommended- good, easy read

Thank you to Netgalley

Great Read 🤓

Prologue starts with the women’s Murder club on an evening out celebrating, when they hear a scream upstairs, Sargent Lyndsey Boxer goes to investigate… fast forward 6 months and this case is being tried in court. In the meantime, Lyndsey is working on a homicide case and husband Joe has been asked to assist with another case…. Plenty going on.

If you’ve not read any of the women’s murder Club before, do not let it put you off that this is part of a series. At the very beginning it gives you a rundown on who’s who. Great easy reads, also good for those fans of Rizolli and Isles series. Can’t wait to read more from JP.

Another in the Women’s Murder Club series. Split into three different crimes, a double murder, a brutal rape and a cyber attack on a hospital, this switches from one to another, only overlapping as friends or spouses investigate each one. So much potential with each that it seemed a shame to dilute each story. As written by two authors I assume it was all put together quickly to appease the audience and indeed the publisher. The character suffering from DID could have been explored in more depth and maybe this would have developed more drama in the courtroom. The cyber attack could have produced more panic and fear with its looming deadline. The two murders were probably the best part of the book and maybe would have been better if the reasons and backstory had been further explored and used for a dramatic finale. This is not the first time I have been slightly disappointed in a James Patterson book that seems rushed. Quantity is overcoming quality sometimes and it is obvious to the regular reader. However, I did enjoy parts and would recommend reading the book but hope that author and publisher take note that going back to basics is sometimes a good idea.

This was an easy read. I hadn’t realised this was part of a series of the Women’s Murder Club. That said, it reads as a stand alone and I had no issues in picking up the details about the characters.
It’s essentially about a group of female friends, professional women all involved in law enforcement/investigation in some way and bizarrely, all involved in the same case. I’m not sure if this is true to life as I think there would be some conflict of interest brought up at court, but hey, that doesn’t make good reading.
You get a side story of one of the husband’s work as well and the story flits between the two storylines. Which could have been confusing, but was so well written, it wasn’t.
I enjoyed this book.
The publish date is 29th Feb 24.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Cornerstone for the ARC.

This is the next installment of James Pattersons Womens Murder Club series. It begins when the girls are having a celebration meet up in a fancy restaurant in San Francisco. Suddenly, they hear a scream, and Lindsay rushes to the aid of a young woman, who has been violently assaulted. Lindsay makes an arrest and Yuki is assigned to take the case. What appeared at first to be an assault case, turns out to be much more complicated, needing the input of all the girls to solve it
I really enjoy the Womens Murder Club books, and this latest one does not disappoint.
5 stars..

The 24th Hour - A Riveting Addition to the Women’s Murder Club Series
James Patterson's latest installment in the Women’s Murder Club series, "The 24th Hour," delivers another thrilling and captivating story.

The story kicks off with a shocking incident at a celebration for Claire's birthday, thrusting the Women’s Murder Club into action. The character of Maria Elena, a victim with Dissociative Identity Disorder, introduces a complex and challenging element to the plot. Yuki Castellano takes center stage as she navigates the difficulties of prosecuting a case with a victim whose ever-changing memory proves a formidable obstacle.
Meanwhile, Lindsay is hot on the trail of a high-society killer responsible for the shooting of a ruthless billionaire businessman, adding another layer of intrigue to the narrative. The parallel investigation conducted by Joe Molinari, Lindsay's husband, into a cyber hacking attack on a hospital injects a modern and relevant subplot into the mix, showcasing the author's ability to weave multiple storylines seamlessly.
Patterson's writing style is, as always, fast-paced and action-packed, making "The 24th Hour" an effortless and thoroughly enjoyable read. The author skillfully builds suspense and keeps readers guessing until the very end, with each character facing their own set of challenges and dilemmas.
The novel's strength lies not only in its well-crafted plot but also in its ability to tackle complex issues such as Dissociative Identity Disorder with sensitivity. Yuki Castellano's struggle to prosecute the case adds a layer of depth to the story, making it more than just a typical crime thriller.

“The 24th Hour" is a highly recommended read for both longtime fans of the Women’s Murder Club series and newcomers alike.

Very grateful to the publisher for my copy through NetGalley, opinions are my own.

As usual James Patterson knocks it out the park. I love the whole WMC gang. This book can be read as a standalone but you will love it even more if you have read the preceding books. Without giving anything away hard core fans will rejoice at the end of this book. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. I am already eagerly awaiting the next one in the series.

The Women's Murder Club is out for dinner when their meal is interrupted by a scream and they find a young woman has been raped. they also find the attacker with his pants down - literally. Assistant District Attorney Yuki Castellano takes the case but it is going to be tough as the young woman memory keeps changing.
At the same time Sergeant Lindsay Boxer is on the trail of a killer who may strike one of his friends.

Thank you for the chance to read this ARC in return for my honest opinion.

As with other Murder Club Books there are three concurrent stories running throughout the book but these were very confusing to me and had no relevance to one another. I don’t remember previous books in the series being like this.

I found the book a bit boring and for me was very predictable.

Not the best in the series for me.

The 24th book in the Women’s Murder Club series and for those who don’t know (is there anyone?) the murder club comprises Police Sergeant Lindsay Boxer, Medical Examiner Claire Washburn, Yuki Castellano Assistant District Attorney and Cindy Thomas Reporter. Three storylines but easy to follow.

Briefly, Lindsay, Cindy, Claire and Yuki are having lunch at a restaurant when screams are heard from the floor above. Rushing up they find a girl half naked on the floor with a man trying to hide. She claims she was sexually assaulted and Lindsay arrests him on the spot. Discovering the girl suffers from DID (Dissociative Identity Disorder) with multiple personalities the case to prove the assault appears to be laden with obstacles for Yuki as the prosecutor. At the same time Lindsay is struggling with the double murder of a wealthy couple who had a hedonistic to marriage and her husband Joe Molinari is investigating a cyber attack on a hospital.

Fast paced and plenty of action the was an easy and enjoyable read. A combination of police procedure and courtroom drama (my favourite part of the book) this is a great read, full of great characters and excellent storylines. Very enjoyable.

4.25⭐

This is only my second Woman's Murder Club story after reading the first one when it was released in paperback all those years ago. And I have to say I don't know why I've not read more!

As this is a story that easily drew me in. As the four ladies Yuki, Lindsay, Cindy and Claire have their hands full. But especially Lindsay and Yuki who it's fair to say play the biggest part in this twenty-fourth outing.

As Yuki is working a case where a woman with multiple personalities is raped and for obvious reasons it's a hard case to prosecute. As the personalities mean the victim sadly may not stand up to cross examination.

And Lindsay is knee deep in the shooting of billionaire philanthropic James Fricke III. Who has been shot five times, and who was regarded as a ruthless businessman and philanderer. And unfortunately for Lindsay plenty of people wanted him dead. Not to mention six months ago his wife Holly was murdered in exactly the same way and the connections don't end there.

But it's not just the ladies that are busy as Lindsay's husband finds himself drawn into a case when a cyber attack is aimed at a local hospital and a ransom demand is made.

And with Patterson's signature short chapters, and plenty of twists and turns. This was an enjoyable and engaging read. That I would happily recommend to all.

Compellingly Executed..
The 24th in The Women’s Murder Club series, no less, and it arrives with three intertwining situations running concurrently throughout the instalment. Another non stop, action packed thriller with a deftly drawn and credible cast, propulsive plots and edge of seat scenarios. Compellingly executed, as ever, with a firm sense of place, bags of atmosphere and constant threads of high tension from start to finish guaranteeing a pacy and page turning read.

This series is like bookish popcorn, you have to keep going back for more, and clearly plenty of people agree because we’re up to 24! I like these books a lot, I find the short chapters make it so much easier to fly through the story and after 23 books you are well invested in the characters lives. I don’t think they’re breaking any literary barriers but a good read all the same.

I am a fan of this series having read the earlier books in the series and this like the other books does not disappoint

Although the main murder club charcters are Sergeant Lindsay Boxer, Medical examiner Claire Washburn , Yuki Castellano Assistant DA and Cindy Thomas Reporter there are ably supported by male charcters which makes for a more balanced series of books.

Whilst celebrating Claire's birthday at a restaurant a scream is heard upstairs where Maria Elena is raped and badly beaten by a worker at the restaurant who says that she asked him for "rough sex". However, Maria Elena cannot remember the attack as she has Dissociative Identity Disorder also known as multiple personality disorder whereby other personalties kick in when she is under stress. Yuki is prosecuting the perpetrator but knows this will be a difficult case to prove given the DID Condition.

Lindsay is investigating the murder by shooting of a ruthless billionaire businessman James Fricke 6 months after the death of his wife Holly who also died under simular circumstances.

Joe Molinari, Lindsay's husband is investigating a cyber hacking attack on a hospital's system demanding 18 million dollars in bitcoin within 48 hours

This, as usual for this series is packed with action and is an easy and very enjoyable read.

Thanks to Netgalley UK and publishers Random House UK, Cornerstone for an ARC copy of the book in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

We have 3 main storylines in this book, a murder, a trial and a cyber attack. All fast pacing and page turning.

Lyndsey and the girls are back for another fantastic read by Patterson. I can't believe we're on book 24.

An entertaining read and a fabulous series. I highly recommend for all crime thriller readers.

Thank you to Netgalley for an unbiased review.

This is my first James Patterson book and if Im being completely honest I was a little underwhelmed. There were 3 different stories running alongside each other and sometimes it was a little confusing who was who. The revealing of the murderer seemed to happen rather quick and abruptly. Things just didnt seem to flow right. There were a couple of chapters that were a tad boring too.

I was really hoping this was going to be one of those page turners but unfortunately it wasnt for me.

The girls are back!
Celebrating a wedding and a birthday at one of the finest restaurants, ends quicker than they all thought with a violent assault. Sargent Lindsay Boxer races upstairs to where the scream came from to find the victim of assault and arrests the assailant at the scene. Can the victim correctly identify the man who abused her due to her medical condition? As we all know there is usually more than one case in the WMC series so before you know it there is a hospital being hacked and Lindsay is rushed to another case, a sordid family affair ending in a double homicide.

I love the woman's murder club, however I did feel like there could of been a bit more in Joe's hospital case.
A quick, easy read for fans of the WMC or for those that fancy it as a stand alone!

Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review,