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Wow! I saw the TV movie when it came out, and hadn't planned on reading the book. However, I wanted to read all five of the Women's Murder Club series, so I decided to go ahead and read 1st To Die. It was wonderful! I read it in two days. Engrossing plot with lots of twists. Short chapters that keep you reading and reading, into the wee hours.
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First to Die is the first book in his Women's Murder Club series.
I didn't even realize that this is going to be a tv series. But after reading this book, I can't wait to check out the tv show premiering Oct. 12th. This is much better than the made for tv movie, as often is the case with books. As soon as I was finished with it, after not being able to put it down and reading it in a day, I had to check if their were more. I am anxiously waiting the second novel. This was my first James Patterson book.
The beginning had me hooked. James Patterson did a great job developing the characters in this new series. They have a police officer, lawyer, coroner and reporter working together to solve a murder mystery. All are female and very likable and believable characters.
Lindsey Boxer is a homocide inspector for the San Francisco PD. A string of murders involving newlyweds springs up and Lindsey and three of her friends try to solve the murders on there own time. In addition to this Lindsey is fighting a potentially life threatening disease and is exploring the possibility of a loving relationship with her new partner. You will think you know who the killer is and then something comes up to make you focus your thoughts on somene else. Even when you think it is over, its not.
The plot is well thought out and explicit. The chapters are short and the story moves at a quick pace. If you enjoy a good mystery you will want to read this book.
I didn't even realize that this is going to be a tv series. But after reading this book, I can't wait to check out the tv show premiering Oct. 12th. This is much better than the made for tv movie, as often is the case with books. As soon as I was finished with it, after not being able to put it down and reading it in a day, I had to check if their were more. I am anxiously waiting the second novel. This was my first James Patterson book.
The beginning had me hooked. James Patterson did a great job developing the characters in this new series. They have a police officer, lawyer, coroner and reporter working together to solve a murder mystery. All are female and very likable and believable characters.
Lindsey Boxer is a homocide inspector for the San Francisco PD. A string of murders involving newlyweds springs up and Lindsey and three of her friends try to solve the murders on there own time. In addition to this Lindsey is fighting a potentially life threatening disease and is exploring the possibility of a loving relationship with her new partner. You will think you know who the killer is and then something comes up to make you focus your thoughts on somene else. Even when you think it is over, its not.
The plot is well thought out and explicit. The chapters are short and the story moves at a quick pace. If you enjoy a good mystery you will want to read this book.
Helpful Score: 6
Great book..keeps you in suspense from beginning to end. A must read "series"!
Janis K. (scrapbooklady) reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 472 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 5
This book was a book I couldn't put down. I read it cover-to-cover in a few hours. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time
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This is the first of the Women's Murder Club books by James Patterson. The series is going to be made into a TV series this Fall. I can't wait to see it. It's a great series with strong women roles. The 1st book is very exciting and I read it in two days. Couldn't put it down!
Helpful Score: 4
I loved this book and can't wait for the next one! Kept me guessing all the way to the end and I would NEVER have figured it out!! The best Patterson book I've read to date!
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This is my first time reading anything by James patterson and I really enjoyed it....the mystery, the characters, and the easy reading (short chapter) style. It was difficult to put down. I have heard they are making this book series a tv show for the Fall. Would definitely recommend.
Helpful Score: 4
Really good who dunnit with 2 surprise endings.
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This is the first in a terrific series. I really enjoyed it.
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First book I ever read by this author and I love it. It keeps you guessing till the end. You think you have the case solved but everything you think throughout the whole book is wrong. A really page turner!
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Great read; lots of twists and turns.
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Fast paced detective work with Lindsay, a San Francisco homicide detective, when she forms the Murder Club with her 3 women friends tracking down a serial killer of newlyweds.
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Great book. I thought I had it all figured out. But of course, I was wrong and Patterson kept me guessing 'till the end.
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A gripping novel...an excellent way to start a series.
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This is really a good mystery,keeps you going right up to the end of the book.
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Creepy serial killer gets creepier and creepier targeting new brides and grooms. Good mystery, introduces the Women's Murder Club (for solving, not for committing) and solid subplots as well.
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Really really a good book! It's lighter reading than I'm used to, but I still really enjoyed it. Have read the second one too, and that one surprised me! Looking forward to #3.
Sue H.
Sue H.
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This is a GREAT book! It has twist and turns like you wouldn't believe! I was glued to the book from page one!
Helpful Score: 1
A great mystery, keeps you in suspense.This has a very unusual ending. Another of James Pattersons great novels.
I also have a 2nd. book of his 2nd. Chance
THE WOMENS MURDER CLUB BOOKS SERIES
both are really good, mysteries
check them out
I also have a 2nd. book of his 2nd. Chance
THE WOMENS MURDER CLUB BOOKS SERIES
both are really good, mysteries
check them out
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First book of the Lindsay Boxer series that has been made into the TV series "Woman's Murder Club."
In San Francisco, newlyweds are being stalked - and slaughtered. Enter four unforgettable women, all friends... Lindsay, a homicide inspector in the city's police department... Claire, a medical examiner... Jill, an assistant D.A.... and Cindy, a reporter who has just started working the crime desk of the San Francisco Chronicle. Joining forces, pooling their talents, courage, and brains, they have one goal. To find, trap, and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined.
Excellent Read!!
In San Francisco, newlyweds are being stalked - and slaughtered. Enter four unforgettable women, all friends... Lindsay, a homicide inspector in the city's police department... Claire, a medical examiner... Jill, an assistant D.A.... and Cindy, a reporter who has just started working the crime desk of the San Francisco Chronicle. Joining forces, pooling their talents, courage, and brains, they have one goal. To find, trap, and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined.
Excellent Read!!
Carol L. (caroltheartist) reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 16 more book reviews
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The first in a terrific series - very entertaining. i have been getting a few at a time because they're quick reads. The woman who is the 'main character' is funny, tough and compassionate - just the kind of lady we want as a friend ourselves. And her friends are great too. you'll get hooked on this team, I'll bet. Enjoy!!
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a club formed by four women to catch a psycho killing newlywed couples,fun to try and find out who did it.
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Very good book with a surprising twist at the end. Keeps you on your toes.
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This is a fast paced story with many twists and turns that hold your interest. 1st to Die has both thrilling twists and a little love story. In this book Patterson takes on the narrative perspective of a woman to create a page-turning opening to The Woman's Murder Club. I thought the plot of the book kept it interesting and hard to put down. Another aspect of the book that made it worth reading was the clear character descriptions. As well as describing characters vividly, James Patterson throws in many strong details. I had a difficult time putting it down. Lindsay Boxer is a wonderful character. Her detective skills are also impressive. I love how the "Women's Murder Club" developes and grows. The relationships between the women are honest and endearing - the kind of women you'd want as your friends. The murders are twisted and the plot moves along quickly. I love the twists that the story takes and the ending was a bit of a surprise.
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The Women's Murder Club is formed aand four friends work on the murders of 3 sets of brides and grooms. An elaborately concieved mystery that will keep you guessing.
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classic James Patterson, with edge, bite and a bit of surprise.
The first book in the series by James Patterson where women rule the crime unit. Four intelligent women solve the crime where newlyweds are slowly being killed. It is awesome!
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Stalker/killer targets San Franciscan newlyweds. Four women (detective, assistant DA, medical examiner, reporter) track him. Easy read, good characters.
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San Francisco newlyweds are being stalked and killed. Four women friends join forces to outwit this diabolical and terrifying killer. I liked it a lot
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I LOVED THIS BOOK!!! I couldn't put it down.
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The first book of Patterson's that I have read where Lindsey Boxer is the main character. It is just as good as his 'Alex Cross' books
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The first in a series about Inspector Lindsay Boxer and what becomes the Women's Murder Club, this is a real gut-jerker and as action-packed and suspenseful as you expect of James Patterson.
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Another great book by America's "#1 Thriller Writer . . . the first in a new series about four unforgettable women pooling their talents to catch the bad guy.
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This book was excellent I could not put it down and I'm not much of a book worm. You will be on your toes the whole time and you will also cry well i did. You'll be shocked at the end of the story to find out who the killer is. I can't wait to finish reading all the woman's murder club books.
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Great first book of the series. Sets up the characters that will follow the rest of the books. Nice to see crime solving by a woman.
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This is the first book in the Women's Murder Club. I loved it!
Helpful Score: 1
Likeable characters & a great plot. Bet you won't be able to put it down!
Deborah E H. (raisinet60) reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 3 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Just finished this first in a series thriller by James Patterson. Exciting to the finish. A twist at the end. Quick and easy read.
Brenda O. (brendabreweroliver) reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 15 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
I just finished this book, and the twists and turns kept my fingers flipping the pages faster than I thought I could. This was a riveting, fast pace read for me, and I really enjoyed it. I want to recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a quick read. I didn't get any work done because I just couldn't put it down.
Angie B. (crazyaboutreading) reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 4 more book reviews
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I started reading this series b/c of the tv show, loved it, hopefully more will came out!!!
Amelia K. (mrsfitzwilliamdarcy) reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 7 more book reviews
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Great start to a series of books surrounding four women who solve murder cases. This book was engaging and was a quick read, I felt like the plot moved smoothly and kept me guessing the identity of the murderer. Not my first Patterson book, and will not be my last!
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Terrific book. I couldn't put it down from start to finish.
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I am always up for a good mystery and this one fits the bill! I love this book and I can't wait to get into the second book of the series! This author is neither predictable or unrealistic. I was very impressed!
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Loved it! I am not into murder mystery at all and this book changed me! I am now on the 2nd in the series! I will definatley read the whole series I hope the rest are as good as the first!
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Book 1 of the Women's Murder Club. Excellent.
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Keeps you on the edge of your seat! Great read.
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Great book, after finishing I cannot wait to read the next one. I highly recommend this book.
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Great mystery. A real page turner. Leaves you wanting to pick up the second book in the series ASAP.
I LOVE this book and the new series it begins. I read most all of James Patterson's other books (I love Alex Cross...) first as I am not big on "girly, girly mysteries". But, I should have known better than to assume that of James Patterson. 1st to Die was refreshing, thrilling and fun all at the same time. I am prepared to knock out the whole Women's Murder Club series now!
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This book drew me in to the whole series.
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The beginning of a great new series of the "The Womens' Murder Club".
Don't miss them. Recommended.
Don't miss them. Recommended.
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an excellent beginning to the series. the introduces the 4 girls who make up the women's murder club.
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First James Patterson book I have read and I couldnt put it down! Cant wait to read the rest in this series.I went into this book thinking I wouldnt like it as I dont normally read mystery books but I was fooled!
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same author that wrote the book-"along came a spider"-that was made into a movie-newlyweds are stalked and killed-4 friends work to solve the horrible crimes-great book
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This is the first book in the Women's Murder Club series by James Patterson. It's a great series with strong women roles. The 1st book kept me on the edge of my seat and I finished it in two days. I also suggest the other books in the series
2nd Chance
3rd Degree
4th of July
5th Horseman
The 6th Target
7th Heaven
8th Confession (Coming in 2009)
2nd Chance
3rd Degree
4th of July
5th Horseman
The 6th Target
7th Heaven
8th Confession (Coming in 2009)
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This book is amazing. I suggest it to anyone who enjoys James Patterson series. You won't be disappointed
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I love this series...the characters are so real and the story has twists and turns...I highly recommend this book!
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A wonderful book, with twists and turns that keep you off balance to the very end. Highly recommended!
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This is the first Patterson I have read and it was good! I like strong female characters and Lindsay definitely fits the description. A highly readable beginning to what looks to be a successful series.
This was a great read, my first James Patterson, it will not be my last!
Amazon.com
The Women's Murder Club pits four San Francisco women professionals against a serial killer who's stalking and murdering newlyweds in bestselling author James Patterson's newest thriller. Lindsay Boxer is a homicide inspector who's just gotten some very bad news. She deals with it by immersing herself in her newest case and soliciting the personal as well as professional support of her closest friend, who happens to be the city's medical examiner. The two women, along with an ambitious and sympathetic reporter and an assistant DA, form an unlikely alliance, pooling their information and bypassing the chain of command in an engaging, suspenseful story whose gruesome setup is vintage Patterson.
The Women's Murder Club pits four San Francisco women professionals against a serial killer who's stalking and murdering newlyweds in bestselling author James Patterson's newest thriller. Lindsay Boxer is a homicide inspector who's just gotten some very bad news. She deals with it by immersing herself in her newest case and soliciting the personal as well as professional support of her closest friend, who happens to be the city's medical examiner. The two women, along with an ambitious and sympathetic reporter and an assistant DA, form an unlikely alliance, pooling their information and bypassing the chain of command in an engaging, suspenseful story whose gruesome setup is vintage Patterson.
In San Francisco newlyweds are being stalked-and slaughtered. Enter four unforgettable women, all friends...Lindsay, a homicide inspector in the city's police department...Claire, a medical examiner...Jill, an assistant D.A....and Cindy, a reporter who has just started working the crime desk of the San Francisco Chronicle. Joining forces, pooling their talents, courage, and brains, they have one goal. To find, trap, adn outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined.
Suspenseful. Makes you want to keep reading.
This is the first of his Womens Club mysteries.
A great thriller.What's not to love when four women form a clug to catch a killer.
I want more of this series. Good characters, nice polt, quick entertaining read.
Sorry, I'm not really a Patterson fan.
I like James Patterson!
The first in what appears to be a good series. The characters don't exactly match their TV characters but the story line is good and the Murder Club looks like it's in for a long run.
A VERY GOOD BOOK. I RECOMEND I.
Book 1 of the Women's Murder Club-typical James Patterson, GREAT!
In San Francisco newlyweds are being stalked and slaughtered. Enter four unforgettable women, all friends...Lindsay, a homicide inspector in the city's police department...Claire, a medical examiner...Jill, an assistant D.A...and Cindy, a reporter who has just started working the crime desk of the San Francisco Chronicle. Joining forces, pooling their talents, courage, and brains, they have one goal. To find, trap, and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined.
Excellent thriller...suprise ending...excellent read
can't put this book down
FROM THE COVER: In San Francisco, newlyweds are being stalked -- and slaughtered. Enter four unforgettable women, all friends ... Lindsay, a homicide inspector in the city's police deparment ... Claire, a medical examiner ... Jill, an assistant DA ... and Cindy, a reporter who has just started working the crime desk of the Chronicle. Joining forces, pooling their talents, courage and brains, they have one goal. To find, trap and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined.
four women try to find trap and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined.
Linda J. (bendtraveler7) reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 26 more book reviews
Good thriller, language was off-putting
Four women join forces to find, trap, and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined. I thought this was one of Patterson's most exciting thriller yet.
This is the first book in a new Patterson series. Four professional women (not THAT profession) team up to solve a crime. I don't think it's as good as his Alex Cross Series, but I enjoyed it.
Sarah H. (luvmycattlecorgi) - , reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 35 more book reviews
I'm hooked on this series. Lindsey, Claire, and Cindy, and Jill are fantastic. Definately read the series from the beginning, because some of the subplots grow from previous books.
Any book by Patterson is a joy to read
Typical Pateterson great read.
Action packed, shock factor at the end made for a great read. Could not put this down until I finished the entire book.
Great book! I read it in one day, could not put it down!
I\'M HOPING TO FIND THE OTHER BOOKS IN
THIS SERIES
THIS SERIES
couldn't put it down
Once you start reading this series, you will want to continue reading all of them. Easy beach read.
This story is filled with twists and turns and links crimes that seem random. This book was definitely a page turner and kept my interest to the end.
Terrific book!
LOVED this book. One of the best books I've read in some time. This is the first Women's Murder Club I've read, and I can't wait to read the others.
Fast, fun read - suspenseful page turner!
Great book, very hard to put down. Surprise ending.
Thrilling read.
JP
Thrilling read.
JP
Lots of twists. A good read.
An OUTSTANDING James Patterson read!!!
I loved this series but I started with 6 and read all the books out of order. "1st To Die" was written by a different co-author than 6 and I did enjoy it but I prefer the co-authored books by Maxine Paetro. I think I'll read all the books again in order and I can't wait for 10!
Absolutely loved it!!!! A "Couldn't Put It Down" book. Can't wait to start the 2nd in the series.
Very good book! Best of the series! Great cast of characters & excellent writing! I like James Patterson so much better when he writes alone.
Looks to be a promising series. I liked it
Excellent!
Love this series, 1st book in 9 of the series! Awesome! couldn't put them down!
A great series of books! Great story telling skills and you feel involved with the characters!
Melissa S. (leisuretimereader) reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 10 more book reviews
The start of a great mystery book series with a group of friends. There are plenty of twists and turns in the book that will keep you guessing! James Patterson has a good start on a great series.
Great book in true Patterson tradition. Plan on reading all the Women's Murder Club Books.
I liked the mystery of this novel, and the case was extremely interesting.. but the characters didn't feel "real" for me. The relationship between the women seemed forced... I might give the second book a chance to see if I can add a few more stars to the next one... A decent read if you like mystery novels.
This is a great book! I love everyone of James Patterson's, "Women's Murder Club", books! I highly recommend this book!
Excellent intro to the Women's Murder Club.
I really enjoy all of James Patterson's books. This is the first book in a series of books about 4 women who form a club to solve murders. I enjoyed this book as well as the other books in the series. It is an easy to read book with short chapters so you can easily pick it up and read a few pages in a short period of time.
I LOVE this book! Twists and turns with little clues if you really pay attention.
First in a series of five books so far about a club formed by four women to catch a psycho killing newlywed couples. Great read.
James Patterson has become something of a formula writer but that's not a bad thing in the case of this series. He keeps the reader interested not only in the crime solving aspect but in the character development as well.
An exciting thriller. In San Francisco newlyweds are being stalked and slaughtered. Enter four unforgettable women, all friends....Lindsay, homicide inspector, Claire, a medical examiner, Jull, an assistant D.A., and Cindy, a reporter. Joining forces and pooling their talents, courage, and brains, they have one goal. To find, trap and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined.
Loved this book! Must read series.
If you are a fan of the new ABC show "Women's Murder Club" you must read this book. It helps to give some of the background for the show (although some of it has been altered for TV). This book was well written, a fast read and kept me guessing right up to the end. James Patterson at his best.
Loved this. Fast paced and surprise ending.
James Patterson knows his suspense. Women's murder club I cannot wait to ind out what happens next whether it is per book or the next one.
Loved every minute of it!!!
great book.
Great thriller, lots of twists and turns, love the women's murder club, cant wait to read the rest of them!
This was a very good book. It kept me guessing to the end. It had a very unexpected ending which I really liked. I can't wait to read book 2.
Great opening to the series. The Murder Club is one of the series I buy as soon as the book comes out. I'm so glad they turned Women's Murder Club into a tv series.
Excellent thriller. In particular, the chacters, their pains and pleasures are well done. Someone is killing newly weds, for no apparent reason. It takes the skills of each of the women, in the club, to put this together.
Was my first James Patterson book. My husband bought the book, told me it was the story of Women's Murder Club, which I loved to watch. Got me hooked. Was upset at number 3, disappointed at 8 and 9 as it seemed to take away from the rest of the stories. But am looking for number 10 next year. Patterson is a great writer and keeps you interestered. I highly recommend his books.
A wonderful read-keeps you on the edge of your seat.
This book is sooooo good! If you like mystery and enjoy series, this is a great first book in the series! I couldn't put it down once I started it!
I truly enjoy this book. It is a great start to a great series. James Patterson outdid himself. I love this author.
First installment of the "Women's Murder Club" series. Riveting, can't put it down.
First in the Women's Club murder series and an excellent start--you think you've got it figured out and then....well we don't want to let the cat out of the bag.
First of the "Murder Club" mysteries
someone is stalking the newlyweds.
Great...all will enjoy!
Oh, this was really good. Twists and Turns all over the place. Can't wait to read the next one.
Alexis B. (whitetrashprincess) reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 89 more book reviews
This story has amazing twists and turns that will prevent you from putting this book down.
This was a great story. I loved the twists and turns.
1st in the "womens murder clob series. Newlyweds are being stalked by a serial killer.
A really good book!
A really good book!
Classic Patterson.
A great thriller
great plot
Annette P. (Tastykakequeen) reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 21 more book reviews
This was the first book I've read by J. Patterson. It was great. It kept me up at night reading!!
LOVED IT! Suspenseful right up to the end...
A thriller solved by the Women's Murder Club. First in the series. Very good book
From the back cover: "You're about to begin James Patterson's most exciting thriller yer. In San Francisco newlyweds are being stalked-and slaughtered. Enter four unforgettable women, all friends...Lindsay, a homicide inspector in the city's police department...Claire, a medical examiner...Jill, an assistant D.A....and Cindy, a reporter who has just started working the crime desk of the San Francisce Chronicle. Joining forces, pooling their talents, courage, and brains, they have one goal. To find, trap, and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined."
If you like James Patterson - you will love this book! A crime drama centered around 4 women who are friends that get together and try to solve cases. A must read for a Patterson fan!
(from the back cover)
"James Patterson's most exciting thriller yet. In San Francisco newylyweds are being stalked and slaughtered. Enter four unforgettable women, all frinds...a homicide inspector,...a medical examiner, ...an assistant DA...and a reporter. Joining forces...to find, trap and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined.
"James Patterson's most exciting thriller yet. In San Francisco newylyweds are being stalked and slaughtered. Enter four unforgettable women, all frinds...a homicide inspector,...a medical examiner, ...an assistant DA...and a reporter. Joining forces...to find, trap and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined.
Connie B. (ColoradoSweetheart) reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 33 more book reviews
All I can say another great James Patterson book.
One of my favorite writers ... he never disappoints!
i enjoyed this book very much as well as the others in this series
Diane G. (icesk8tr) -
I really enjoyed this story!! A killer was stalking and killing newlywed couples!
You're about to begin James Patterson's most exciting thriller yet. In San Francisco newlyweds are being stalked--and slaughtered. Enter four unforgettable women, all friends...Lindsay, a homicide inspector in the city's police department...Claire, a medical examiner...Jill, an assistant D.A....and Cindy, a reporter who has just started working the crime desk of the San Francisco Chronicle. Joining forces, pooling their talents, courage, and brains, they have one goal. To find, trap, and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined.
Lots of twists and turns, ending is a stunner! Great characters, a bit graphic (hey, it's James Patterson!) This is a series to continue. Series title (Women's Murder Club) sounds cozy but definitely NOT.
Great twister of a story.
The first in the Women's Murder Club-ver suspenseful.
Julianna & Vanessa T. (torotech) - , reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 124 more book reviews
New York Times #1 Best seller. Really super Thriller and page-turnner.
Patterson is always good.
Mischele L. (Mischele2k2) reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 10 more book reviews
Great story. Really sets the base for the "Women's Murder Club". Complete shock at the end.
Penny T. (iluvmysteries) reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 431 more book reviews
Great start to a series.
four women, all friends, one a homicide inspector, a medical examiner, an assitant DA, and a reporter, join heir talents to trap and outwit the most terrifying and diabolical killer ever imagined
Really enjoyable new series. I grabbed the second in the series as soon as I finished this one!
The beginning of a series.
I've just become a James Patterson fan. This book will not disappoint you. Keeps you guessing to the end.
Typical James Patterson Book. Fast Paced and Hard to put down. Lindasy Boxer is the female equivalent to Alex Cross. Patterson does it again
In San Francisco newlyweds are being stalked-and slaughtered. Enter four unforgettable women, all friends...Lindsay, a homicide inspector in the city's police department...Claire, a medical examiner...Jill, an assistant S.S....and Cindy, a reporter who has just started working the crime desk of the San Francisco Chronicle. Joining forces, pooling their talents, courage, and brains, they have one goal. To find, trap, and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined.
Really good book, I couldn't put it down!
bought this one in hardback and worth every penny. i do not like first person ,but once i opened the pages.they just kept turning. t
San Francisco newlyweds are being stalked--and slaughtered. Enter four women, all friends: Lindsay, a homicide inspector in the police department; Claire, a medical examiner; Jill, an assistant D.A.; and Cindy, a reporter who has just started working the crime desk of the San Francisco Chronicle. Joing forces, these four courageous women pool their talents toward one goal--outwitting the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined.
#1 NEW YORK TIMES best seller novel.
#1 NEW YORK TIMES best seller novel.
First in the series.....
Very good book! Some parts were a tad generic, but it was a quick and entertaining read. The twist at the end was very unexpected.
James Patterson at his besat again.
Kristin M. (MissKristin66) - , reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 80 more book reviews
This book is complex and has rich interesting characters. At times, Patterson's dedication to detail is irritating though, as I just wanted to focus on the murders and not the subplots. Otherwise, a good book!
In San Francisco newlyweds are being stalked and slaughtered.
enter four unforgettable women, all friends...Lindsay, a homicide inspector in the city's police department...Claire, a medical examiner....Jill, an assistant D>A>....and Cindy, a reporter who has just started working the crime desk of the San Francisco Chronicle. joining forces, pooling their talents, courage and brains, they have one goal. To find, trap, and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined. This is the 1st of the Women's Club Murder Mysteries.........A real page turner....not a dull moment.
enter four unforgettable women, all friends...Lindsay, a homicide inspector in the city's police department...Claire, a medical examiner....Jill, an assistant D>A>....and Cindy, a reporter who has just started working the crime desk of the San Francisco Chronicle. joining forces, pooling their talents, courage and brains, they have one goal. To find, trap, and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined. This is the 1st of the Women's Club Murder Mysteries.........A real page turner....not a dull moment.
This is the first in a new series by Patterson, (the womens murder club) 4 women join forces to find, trap and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killers. The book is a fast and exciting read.
First in the series of Patterson's "murder club" mysteries, this is a fast-paced novel about Lindsay Boxer, a San Francisco homicide detective, who enlists the help of 3 more bright women to solve the mystery of an apparent serial killer. At the same time, Lindsay is fighting her own battle against a serious, often fatal disease.
James Patterson's books are the best - this is an early one and I couldn't put it down-he weaves a thrilling story!
Great book... you never see what is coming next
Cindy P. (cinderella54) reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 202 more book reviews
as always Patterson is a good read
The first in the Women's Murder Club Series, I like this much better than his Alex Cross Series. It's about a police Lt. Lindsay Boxer, the coroner Claire, a reporter for the local news paper Cindy, and DA Jill. These fiesty women try to solve this serial murder over margaritas.
Lindsay Boxer is no Alex Cross but I liked her!Exciting read.
GREAT BOOK
Debbie A. (Bookieworm40) reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 11 more book reviews
Great book full of twist and turns.. Loved it all the way through.
Joyce V. (postcardlover) -
The first in a series in which 4 women work together to solve a murder. They are a detective, a medical examiner, an assistant D.A. and a reporter. These 4 women build a friendship and through friendship and trust work together to put the pieces of the puzzle together to solve the nystery.
Good Read
It is the first of three and it will keep you on your toes and wanting to read til you have finished it. They are good books.
A serial killer stalks brides and grooms. Enter four women --- A homicide inspector, a medical examiner, an Assistant DA, and a reporter --- who join forces to bring the killer to justice. Great story!!
Really good book, very creepy. I could not figure out who the killer was until he told us.
I loved this whole series! 1st in the Women's Murder Club series. I had a hard time putting it down.
I haven't read this yet but I have two copies so I'm posting one here. I will say however, I yet to read a book by this author that I haven't enjoyed.
Gave this copy away to a friend. Will repost this when I read my other copy.
Gave this copy away to a friend. Will repost this when I read my other copy.
AWESOME AND QUICK Reading!!
Loretta D. (booklover4life) reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 39 more book reviews
Good series, keeps you guessing right up to the very end
This is Patterson's first Women's Murder Club story. It's the Murder club story-need I say more?
The first book in Patterson's number/women's murder club series.This book is a page turner. Lidsay,Homicide detective; Claire,medical examiner;Cindy, reporter; and Jill assistant DA join together to catch the bride and groom killer.
First of a trio of very readable books
Very good as are all of James Pattersons books.
A vicious killer stalking and killing newlyweds-four women friends,each outstanding in their own field,join together to find,trap and outwit this terrifying killer. Don't start this book if you don't have plenty of time to complete reading!
The first installment of the The Women's Murder Club...great!
Lindsay Boxer, homicide inspector; Cindy Thomas, reporter; Jill Bernhardt, assistant District Attorney and Claire Washburn, medical examiner, founding members of The Women's Murder Club in San Francisco, California. 1st in the series
If you like James Patterson (I do), you will enjoy this book.
Great page turner thriller from the master of suspense.
I had tired of his DC-centered books, but tried this because my aunt swore I'd like it. Better that that, I LOVED it.
This is the first book in a series of murder mysteries solved by a group of four women, who are friends, who form a club and solve a murder.
never assume you know who did it!!
This is the first in Patterson's Women's Murder Club Series. It is scary, fun, and excellent!
Very Gripping. Keeps you guessing until the end.
Loved it! Definitely couldn't put it down. I can't wait to read #2!!
Personal Book - never been swapped! This book is the FIRST in the Women's Murder Club series, of which there are now 4.
Main character is Lindsey Boxer, a homicide detective for the San Francisco Police Department. When a newlywed couple is found brutally murdered just hours after their wedding (stil in their wedding attire), boxer is put on the case, and it takes off from there. Two other coules are also murdered, but one is in Napa and the other in Cleveland. Boxer is unsure whether there is a serial killer at work, but it is up to her to find the common denominator in these homicides.
The Women's Murder Club is made up of four women, Lindset Boxer (see above), Claire Washburn (San Francisco Medical Examiner), Jill Bernhardt (Assistant DA), and Cindy Thomas (reporter for the Chronicle). These women use their individual skills to crack open the case, a little at a time.
This book will take you on a roller coaster ride from the very beginning. It is full of twisting plot turns, even one at the very end! A very well reviewed bok, give it a try!
Main character is Lindsey Boxer, a homicide detective for the San Francisco Police Department. When a newlywed couple is found brutally murdered just hours after their wedding (stil in their wedding attire), boxer is put on the case, and it takes off from there. Two other coules are also murdered, but one is in Napa and the other in Cleveland. Boxer is unsure whether there is a serial killer at work, but it is up to her to find the common denominator in these homicides.
The Women's Murder Club is made up of four women, Lindset Boxer (see above), Claire Washburn (San Francisco Medical Examiner), Jill Bernhardt (Assistant DA), and Cindy Thomas (reporter for the Chronicle). These women use their individual skills to crack open the case, a little at a time.
This book will take you on a roller coaster ride from the very beginning. It is full of twisting plot turns, even one at the very end! A very well reviewed bok, give it a try!
The book held my attention from the start. I read the second book first, but I think each story stands alone. A great weekend read.
I could NOT put this one down! (I seem to say that a lot in reviews! ha!) I'm glad I finally sat down to read it - I was putting it off just knowing I had others already out to read after I was done. Now I can't wait to read them ALL!
This first in a series is certainly a page turner. It came highly recommeded to me by a friend. The action moves quickly and the book is a fast read. James Patterson knows how to grab the reader's attention from the first page. Some descriptions are rather graphic but not tedious. I plan to read the next one in the series, as soon as I can.
GREAT book!!! I love it.
This book was an excellent beginning to the Women's Murder Club. Great Read!
Very Good Patterson book
This was a good book in the first of a series.
This book is about four women who band together to try to find a vicious killer of newlyweds.
Excellent!! I could not put it down until I was finished. The ending was full of one surprise after another.
great read.
This is a great book and a great serious. I've read the first three and if they are anything like the Alex Cross serious, I'm sure I won't be disappointed.
I really enjoyed this book. It was very fast reading. Kept you guessing until the end.
Michelle L. (BuffyClassic) reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 3 more book reviews
First in the Murder Club series by James Patterson.
Follows the life of San Francisco detective Lindsay Boxer and her
mystery solving friends.
Follows the life of San Francisco detective Lindsay Boxer and her
mystery solving friends.
This was the first James Patterson book that I read. I've subsequently gotten about 20 of them and am working my way through. Patterson does it all just right - short chapters, buckets full of action and suspense, and real characters that aren't lost in the fast pace. Can't wait to read the rest.
Great group of women.
Four unforgettable women, all friends, join forces, pooling their talents, courage, and brains to find, trap, and outwit the most diabolical and terrrifying killer ever imagined.
I really liked this series of novels by James Patterson because I like the female protagonist, Lindsay Boxer. I love the Women's Murder Club and I hope that he continues to write more in this series.
I thought this was a great book, very exciting. Its the first in a series so now I'm hooked and on to the 4th one in the series.
In San Francisco newleweds are being stalked and slaughted. Enter four unforgettable women all friends Lindsey, a homicide inspector in the citys police department, Claire, a medical examiner Jill an assistant D.A. and Cindy a reporter who has just started working the crime dept of San Francisco Chronicle. Joining forces, poling their talent, courage, and brains they have one goal. To find trap and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined.
First in the series of the Women's Murder Club. A must read!!!
This was a great book but the ending was just too sad. I would have loved it if it had a happy ending!!
Good read.
The concept of four professional women getting together to solve mysteries is a winner, and Patterson is a real craftsman, keeping the plot moving and providing plenty of surprises. It was a little to bloody for my taste but in today's murder mystery world that's how it rolls.
In San Francisco newlyweds are being stalked-and slaughtered. Enter four unforgettable women, all friends...Lindsay, a homicide inspector in the city's police department...Claire, a medical examiner...Jill, an assistant D.A....and Cindy, a reporter who has just started working the crime desk of the San Francisco Chronicle. Joining forces, pooling their talents, courage, and brains, they have one goal. To find, trap, and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined.
One of James Patterson's most exciting thriller yet. In San Francisco newlyweds are being stalked - and slaughtered. Enter four unforgetable women, all friends...a homicide inspector, a medical examiner, an assiatant D.A., and a reporter. Joining forces, they have one goal. To find and outwit the most diabolical killer imagined! A book you won't want to put down till you finish it!
Gail P. (TinkerPirate) -
Good Patterson read. Like the idea of female brigade of heros. Looking forward to the next story.
Great read
CLASSIC THRILLER ... A MUST READ
The Women's Murder Club series is a great read. Excellent charactersand plot that keeps you guessing!
The first in a series where Patterson uses a group of women to solve mysteries. Really does it well.
Linda R. (wolfie123) - , reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 421 more book reviews
I have not read many Patterson books, but this one knocks the ball out of the park! An excellent start for a great new series. It was sit on the edge of your seat, nail biting exciting. Great characters. Cannot wait for the next one in the series.
I don't think James Patterson has ever written a bad book!
(One of many great exciting thriller stories written by this author.)In San Francisco newlyweds are being stalked, and slauthtered. Enter four unforgettable women, all friends......Lindsay, a homicide inspector.....Claire, a medical examiner.....Jill, an assistant D.A......and Cindy, a reporter, who together find, trap, and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined.
excellent series
Couldnt put the book down, wanted to start the next one as soon as I finished this one!
In San Francisco, newlyweds are being stalked and slaughtered. Enter four friends...Lindsay - A homocide inspector in the city's police department, Claire - A medical examiner, Jill - An assistant D.A. and Cindy - A reporter who has just started working the crime desk of the San Francisco Cronicle. Joining forces, they have one goal - to find, trap and outwit the most diaboloca, and terrifyying killer they could ever imagine.
I LOVE JAMES PATTERSON! THIS ONE IS A REAL PAGE TURNER WITH SURPRISE ENDING. DON'T PEEK!
This is a good series. Fast paced interesting characters. A fun read.
A good read.
Good book, Patterson is a great author.
Tara T. (tarataylor) - , reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 107 more book reviews
This book was so good! I'm not sure why I waited so long to read this one, but I absolutely loved it!!!!
Excellent read with a double twist at the end.
I really enjoyed this story and look forward to reading the rest of the series.
Excellent Book! I've never read a book so quickly in my life. I couldn't put it down. So many twists and turns, I had everything figured out wrong to the very end. Highly Reccomended!!
Donna C. (darkcoffeeclouds) -
Lindsay is an inspector for the San Francisco Police Department. She gets hit with world shattering news about her health the same day she meets Chris Raleigh, who has been assigned to work with her on a potentially messy case. He works for the mayor and his job is to keep things neat and contained as much as possible while also helping with the case. They are trying to catch a killer who murders newly weds. Cindy, a reporter for the Chronicle who is trying to get a scoop on the case somehow manages to get up to the floor of the hotel where the first murders were committed. She gets a peek at the groom on the floor by the door before she is found and hauled out. Later, Cindy sees Lindsay go into the ladies room in an emotional mess and follows her. She didn´t just push for details though, she was kind. She is smart and a good reporter but also seems to be human and possibly a good friend. Later when they meet again where another newly married couple have been reported missing Lindsay decides to make a deal with Cindy to keep things under control. They end up becoming friends in the process. Lindsay, who is dealing with this new shock about her health decides she has to solve this case and decides to ask some female friends for help. She and three other women who have also clawed their way to the top in their respected fields decide to put their heads together and work on the case independently. They meet regularly to discuss the details of the case while Lindsay and her partner track down more leads officially. It was the start of the Women´s Murder Club.
Patterson is really good! Exiting and Thrilling to boot!
Great read. First in The Women's Murder Club.
As usual Pattererson did not disapoint me.
One of my favorite James Patterson's books. Lindsay Boxer is a great character
Great book!!!
In San Francisco newlyweds are being stalked - and slaughtered. Enter four unforgettable women, all friends, Lindsay a homicide inspectorin the city's police department, Claire a medical examiner, Jill an assistant DA and Cindy, a reporter who has just started working the crime desk of the San Francisco Chronicle. Joining forces, pooling their talents, courage and brains, they have one goal. To find, trap and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined.
Good Book
Read this one in 2 days. Very good read.
love James Patterson
Great read!
Imagine a killer who thinks: "What is the worst thing that anyone has ever done?" - and then goes far beyond. Now imagine four career women banding together to track down the demented murderer, who preys on San Francisco newlyweds. In this thrilling series debut, the four women - a police detective, an assistant D.A., a reporter, and a medical examiner - develop intense friendships even as they pursue a killer whose twisted imagination has stunned an entire city. Working together, they have the mettle to follow the leads to an impossibly heart-stopping confrontation with the most terrifying serial killer ever imagined.
Great book, couldn't put it down!
For Lindsay Boxer, working in a field that is dominated by men is difficult. But when your father is an ex-cop who is not necessarily renowned for exemplary duty, she has to constantly prove her worth to her fellow law enforcers. All these she could handle while still maintaining her optimistic approach to life. But nothing can prepare her for the crime that will rock the city of San Francisco.
A newlywed couple is brutally murdered just hours after the wedding. And while the SFPD is still baffled by the crime, the killer soon strikes again in two other cities, with two newlywed couples also murdered. Aptly dubbed by the media as "the bride and groom murders", Lindsay is sickened by the horrible deaths and vows to bring the killer to justice. Never in her life as a law enforcer has she been more determined, especially now when she must also deal with a life-threatening disease. So she turns to her best friend Claire, a medical examiner. Together, they try to come up with possible leads that will help them solve the murder. Along the way, Lindsay meets the ambitious reporter Cindy Thomas, and sassy assistant D.A. Jill Bernhardt. In the most unexpected twist, these four different and brilliant women form the Women's Murder Club. Heedless of the standard procedures, they work together gathering every bit of information they can find intent on unraveling the truth.
1st TO DIE is a thrilling beginning to a series that has got me hooked. The prologue already serves as a teaser, as we are first introduced to the lead female character. Then when chapter one begins with the grisly murder, I had a feeling I was in for a roller-coaster ride. And I wasn't wrong. I was absolutely riveted by the twists and turns to the story. Trying to guess who the murderer is had me turning the pages over. Lindsay's struggle to cope with a personal tragedy also had me drawn to her character, not to mention the love that develops between her and her partner. And let's not forget the friendship that starts between these remarkable women, whom we will get to know more of as the Women's Murder Club continues. Now these four don't hang out together to talk Jimmy Choos or Prada! Once you meet them, you'd want to know more about them.
This is a real-page turner that had me on the edge of my seat and I can't wait to read more of James Patterson's novels.
A newlywed couple is brutally murdered just hours after the wedding. And while the SFPD is still baffled by the crime, the killer soon strikes again in two other cities, with two newlywed couples also murdered. Aptly dubbed by the media as "the bride and groom murders", Lindsay is sickened by the horrible deaths and vows to bring the killer to justice. Never in her life as a law enforcer has she been more determined, especially now when she must also deal with a life-threatening disease. So she turns to her best friend Claire, a medical examiner. Together, they try to come up with possible leads that will help them solve the murder. Along the way, Lindsay meets the ambitious reporter Cindy Thomas, and sassy assistant D.A. Jill Bernhardt. In the most unexpected twist, these four different and brilliant women form the Women's Murder Club. Heedless of the standard procedures, they work together gathering every bit of information they can find intent on unraveling the truth.
1st TO DIE is a thrilling beginning to a series that has got me hooked. The prologue already serves as a teaser, as we are first introduced to the lead female character. Then when chapter one begins with the grisly murder, I had a feeling I was in for a roller-coaster ride. And I wasn't wrong. I was absolutely riveted by the twists and turns to the story. Trying to guess who the murderer is had me turning the pages over. Lindsay's struggle to cope with a personal tragedy also had me drawn to her character, not to mention the love that develops between her and her partner. And let's not forget the friendship that starts between these remarkable women, whom we will get to know more of as the Women's Murder Club continues. Now these four don't hang out together to talk Jimmy Choos or Prada! Once you meet them, you'd want to know more about them.
This is a real-page turner that had me on the edge of my seat and I can't wait to read more of James Patterson's novels.
Page 1: It is an unusually warm night in July, but I'm shivering badly as I stand on the substantial gray stone terrace outside my apartment. I'm looking out over glorious San Francisco and I have my service revolver pressed against the side of my temple. "Goddamn you, God!" I whisper. Quite a sentiment, but appropriate and just, I think.
I hear Sweet Martha whimpering. I turn to see she is watching me through glass doors that lead to the terrace. She knows that something is wrong. "It's okay," I call her through the door. "I'm okay. Go lie down, girl." Martha won't leave, though, won't look away. She's a good, loyal friend who's been nuzzling me good-night every single night for the past six years.
As I stare into the Border Collie's eyes, I think that maybe I should go inside and call the girls, Clair....................
I hear Sweet Martha whimpering. I turn to see she is watching me through glass doors that lead to the terrace. She knows that something is wrong. "It's okay," I call her through the door. "I'm okay. Go lie down, girl." Martha won't leave, though, won't look away. She's a good, loyal friend who's been nuzzling me good-night every single night for the past six years.
As I stare into the Border Collie's eyes, I think that maybe I should go inside and call the girls, Clair....................
Jennifer T. (jenniferthib) reviewed First to Die (Women's Murder Club, Bk 1) on + 70 more book reviews
In San Francisco newlyweds are being stalked - and slaughtered . Enter four unforgettable women, all friends ... Lindsay, a homicide inspector in the city's police department ... Claire, a medical examiner ... Jill, an assistant D.A. ... and Cindy, a reporter who has just started working the crime desk of San Francisco Chronicle. Joining forces, pooling their talents, courage, and brains, they have one goal. To find, trap, and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined.
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In San Francisco newlyweds are being stalked and slaughtered.
enter four unforgettable women, all friends...Lindsay, a homicide inspector in the city's police department...Claire, a medical examiner....Jill, an assistant D>A>....and Cindy, a reporter who has just started working the crime desk of the San Francisco Chronicle. joining forces, pooling their talents, courage and brains, they have one goal. To find, trap, and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined. This is the 1st of the Women's Club Murder Mysteries.........A real page turner....not a dull moment.
In San Francisco newlyweds are being stalked and slaughtered.
enter four unforgettable women, all friends...Lindsay, a homicide inspector in the city's police department...Claire, a medical examiner....Jill, an assistant D>A>....and Cindy, a reporter who has just started working the crime desk of the San Francisco Chronicle. joining forces, pooling their talents, courage and brains, they have one goal. To find, trap, and outwit the most diabolical and terrifying killer ever imagined. This is the 1st of the Women's Club Murder Mysteries.........A real page turner....not a dull moment.
