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The 5th Horseman
by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro
Critical Praise
The 5th Horseman
"The 5th Horseman isn't the first thriller that has a mysterious killer hastening hospital patients to their untimely deaths, but it's one of the smoothest. The novel is written in short, snappy chapters, and the authors don't rush to any obvious conclusions, raising The 5th Horseman well above the level of other 'angel of death' thrillers"
-- Associated Press

"The plot takes many twist and turns, but, as usual, James Patterson gives us an ending that we would not have expected. The writing is very clever, and the character development continues to grow from book to book in the Women's Murder Club series. The 5th Horseman is a good read for those who enjoy a good whodunit."

-- Nights and Weekends

"Newcomers and devoted fans alike will love the fifth entry in the prolific Patterson's latest detective series…. Patterson, known for a steady stream of artful thrillers, again delivers the fast-paced action that has won him millions of readers."

-- Justice Magazine

"By whatever system of calculation you use, be it the ounce of suspense, the degree of thrill or the mileage of page-turning-ness, Patterson scores a perfect ten in each count and The 5th Horseman is an absolute tantalizing and spellbinding read."

-- New Mystery Reader Magazine

"The solid storytelling, engaging characters and, perhaps most importantly, the anything-can-happen plot lines have made each of the books in this series a notation on the must-read lists of hordes of readers. THE 5th HORSEMAN is no exception."

-- BookReporter.com

"The 5th Horseman is yet another must-read, page-turner from the Patterson fiction factory: if you liked any of his other books in this series then you'll find this one just as satisfying."

-- EdgeBoston.com

"As a seasoned Patterson reader (this is my 30th!) & having devoured the early four installments in the Women's Murder Club Series, including 1st To Die, 2nd Chance, 3rd Degree & 4th of July -- let me tell you -- 5th Horseman is the best -- be it in terms of suspense, thrills, adventure, or anything else."

-- RebeccasReads.com

"James Patterson and Maxine Paetro do an excellent job, as always, to make the storyline flow very smoothly throughout the book. If you are a fan of The Women's Murder Club, this is a must read book."

-- BestSellersWorld.com

"THE 5TH HORSEMAN is another stunning entry into James Patterson's long line of chilling suspense novels. For those who haven't delved into the Women's Murder Club series, you are missing a treat. The writing is crisp and enticing, and the group members seem to be long time friends. Their personalities shine thanks to Mr. Patterson's skill."

-- RoundtableReviews.com

"You can always count on James Patterson to give you that extra twist to keep you turning the pages and waiting to see if everything will fall where it belongs."

-- MyShelf.Com

"The 5th Horseman is a classic Patterson page-turner."

-- TheBookHaven.net

"Patterson and Paetro have collaborated again to write a thrilling page-turner with great depth of characters and an exciting plot. This is one of the best mystery series around. Can't wait for book six!"

-- Fresh Fiction

"As always, the Women's Murder Club can be counted on to entertain."

-- Bookloons
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Fiction/General
Hardcover
ISBN: 0316159778
$27.95/U.S.
$37.95/CAN
409 pages
6 x 9-1/4
Little, Brown

Paperback
ISBN: 0446699314
$14.99/U.S.
$18.99/CAN
432 pages
5-1/4 x 8
Grand Central Publishing