For fans of high-stakes action, Private Moscow by James Patterson delivers a gripping page-turner set in Russia. This bestselling UK thriller is perfect for a night in or long journeys, packed with twists and suspense.
An unmissable, breakneck ride into Moscow's dark underworld - James Swallow
Great action sequences . . . breathtaking twists and turns - Anthony Horowitz
The first Private outing for couple of years, but it's been well worth the wait - Keighley News
There's enough action, adventure and excitement to fill two chunky blockbusters in Private Moscow which makes for an exhilarating and totally satisfying read. - NB Magazine
Exhilarating, high-stakes action set in sub-zero temperatures, but so fast-paced you won't have time to feel the chill! - Lesley Kara
THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER
An invitation from an old friend draws Jack Morgan into a deadly conspiracy...
On a cold January morning, Jack Morgan stands inside the New York Stock Exchange with his former US Marine comrade whose company is being launched onto the market, eagerly awaiting the opening bell. But before the bell rings, a bullet rips through the air and finds its mark.
In the aftermath of the murder, the victim's wife hires Jack to find the killer. As the head of Private, Jack has at his disposal the world's largest investigation agency. What he discovers shakes him to his core.
Jack identifies another murder in Moscow that appears to be linked. So he heads to Russia, and begins to uncover a conspiracy that could have global consequences.
With powerful forces plotting against him, will Jack Morgan make it out alive?
James Patterson is one of the best-known and biggest-selling writers of all time. His books have sold in excess of 385 million copies worldwide. He is the author of some of the most popular series of the past two decades - the Alex Cross, Women's Murder Club, Detective Michael Bennett and Private novels - and he has written many other number one bestsellers including romance novels and stand-alone thrillers.
James is passionate about encouraging children to read. Inspired by his own son who was a reluctant reader, he also writes a range of books for young readers including the Middle School, Dog Diaries, Treasure Hunters and Max Einstein series. James has donated millions in grants to independent bookshops and has been the most borrowed author in UK libraries for the past thirteen years in a row. He lives in Florida with his family.
Adam Hamdy is a British author and screenwriter who works with studios and production companies on both sides of the Atlantic. He is the author of the Pendulum trilogy, an epic series of conspiracy thriller novels. Pendulum was a finalist for the Glass Bell Award for contemporary fiction, was selected for BBC Radio 2 Book Club and chosen as book of the month by Goldsboro Books. Adam's most recent novel, Black 13, has been described as a scorching contemporary espionage thriller.
