Michael Ledwidge, the son of Irish parents, was born and raised in the Bronx. A graduate of Manhattan College, he is married and has two children. As the co-author of several of James Patterson’s most profitable books to date, Ledwidge has risen from a respected but relatively unknown author to co-writing some of the most widely read books in the world. This success has brought him significant financial rewards, enabling him to completely transform his life.
In this latest pulse-pounding thriller, former Navy Seal Michael Gannon must unravel the deadliest conspiracy before time runs out... perfect for fans of Lee Child, David Baldacci, Gregg Hurwitz and Vince Flynn.
Detective Michael Bennett hunts a master criminal who is terrorising New York - and targeting his ten children. When a South American crime lord brings the worst lawlessness the city has ever seen, Bennett takes his kids to upstate New York - but the violence follows them and they find themselves in the middle of a nightmare.
The son of one of New York's wealthiest families is snatched off the street and held hostage. Bennett's work life - and love life - suddenly get even more complicated. His plan leads up to the most deadly demonstration yet - one that could bring cataclysmic devastation to every inch of New York.
During a state funeral for a beloved former First Lady in New York City's largest cathedral, the unthinkable occurs. Armed men disguised as monks seize the church and seal themselves inside, along with more than one hundred of the most powerful people in America. The captives include world leaders, actors, TV stars, athletes, and politicians, and the kidnappers are armed with enough C4 explosives to blow a crater in the middle of Manhattan. NYPD officer Michael Bennett is pulled into the standoff as lead negotiator. Despite the escalating danger, Michael faces an even more terrifying crisis at home. His wife has been diagnosed with a devastating disease, and Michael faces the prospect of losing the love of his life and having to raise their ten children alone. With his own life teetering and the lives of thousands suddenly his responsibility, Michael struggles to diffuse the tense situation fast. Yet the kidnappers' moves are impossible to predict, and they block every attempt to break into the cathedralmost as if they are privy to their deliberations.
A calculating killer who calls himself The Teacher is taking on New York City, killing the powerful and the arrogant. His message is clear: remember your manners or suffer the consequences! For some, it seems that the rich are finally getting what they deserve. For New York's elite, it is a call to terror. Only one man can tackle such a high-profile case: Detective Mike Bennett. The pressure is enough for anyone, but Mike also has to care for his 10 children-all of whom have come down with virulent flu at once! Discovering a secret pattern in The Teacher's lessons, Detective Bennett realizes he has just hours to save New York from the greatest disaster in its history. From the #1 bestselling author comes RUN FOR YOUR LIFE, the continuation of his newest, electrifying series.
Praised by James Patterson as the author's best work, this gripping narrative delves into themes of survival and resilience. It follows a young woman trapped in a vault, facing overwhelming odds and a race against time. As she confronts her fears and fights for freedom, the story unfolds with intense suspense and emotional depth, revealing her strength and determination in the face of danger. The compelling plot and vivid character development make it a standout thriller.
"When a private jet crashes into the Caribbean sea, diving instructor Michael Gannon is the only person on the scene. Finding six dead men and a suitcase full of cash and diamonds, Gannon assumes he's the beneficiary of a drug deal gone wrong. However, it seems one of the passengers was the Director of the FBI - despite the official story that he died of natural causes in Italy. Suddenly pursued by a shadowy cabal of the world's most powerful and dangerous men, Gannon will only survive if he unravels a terrifying conspiracy. But those determined to kill him will learn that Gannon's past holds its own deadly secrets ... and the hunters soon become the prey."--Publisher description.
TICK... A KILLER'S COUNTDOWN BEGINS. A rash of horrifying crimes tears through New York City, throwing it into complete chaos. TICK... CAN MICHAEL BENNETT CATCH HIM? The city calls on Detective Michael Bennett, pulling him away from a seaside retreat with his ten adopted children, his grandfather, and their beloved nanny, Mary Catherine. Bennett enlists the help of a former colleague, FBI Agent Emily Parker. But as his affection for Emily grows into something stronger, his relationship with Mary Catherine takes an unexpected turn. TOCK... BEFORE HIS TIME IS UP? All too soon, another appalling crime leads Bennett to a shocking discovery that exposes the killer's pattern and the earth-shattering enormity of his plan.
To save her own life, Nina Bloom vanished. Now, to rescue an innocent man, she confronts the killer she thought she had escaped forever. A successful lawyer and loving mother, Nina Bloom would do anything to protect the life she's built in New York - including lying to everyone, even her daughter, about her past. Nina's secret life began eighteen years ago. She had a carefree existence in Key West, a handsome police-officer husband, and a baby on the way. But Nina's world is shattered when she unearths a terrible secret that causes her to run for her life and change her identity. Now, years later, when an innocent man is framed for murder, Nina knows she must return to Florida and confront the murderous evil she fled. A lightning fast thriller that is sure to have you hooked! This paperback book has 478 pages and 17.7 x 11 x 3cm.
The book features a gripping narrative crafted by a bestselling coauthor known for the Michael Bennett series. It promises intense suspense and intricate plotting, characteristic of the thriller genre. Readers can expect a fast-paced story filled with unexpected twists and compelling characters, making it a must-read for fans of thrilling fiction.
Forced into hiding from a mass murderer seeking vengeance, Detective Michael Bennett must decide whether to stay and protect his family, or hunt down the man who is hunting them.When Bennett arrested Manuel Perrine, he thought he had brought an end to the drug cartel boss's reign of terror and would get justice for the murder of his best friend.
New York has seen more than its fair share of horrific attacks, but the city is about to be shaken in a way it never has before. After two devastating catastrophes in quick succession, everyone is on edge. Detective Michael Bennett is assigned to the case and given the near impossible task of hunting down the shadowy terror group responsible. With troubles at home to contend with, Bennett has never been more at risk, or more alone. Then a shocking assassination makes it clear that these inexplicable events are just the prelude to the biggest threat of all. Now Bennett is racing against the clock to save his beloved city - before the most destructive force he has ever faced tears it apart.
Detective Michael Bennett finally returns to New York City—and to the most unsettling, horrific case of his career. At last, Detective Michael Bennett and his family are coming home to New York City. Thanks to Bennett, the ruthless crime lord whose vengeful mission forced the Bennett family into hiding has been brought down for good. Back in the city that never sleeps, Bennett takes over a chaotic Outreach Squad in Harlem, where he receives an unusual call: a man claims to have seen a group of well-dressed men holding a bizarre party in a condemend building. With no clear crime or evidence, Bennett dismisses the report. But when a charred body is found in that very same building, he is forced to take the demented caller seriously—and is drawn into an underground criminal world of terrifying depravity.
When Lauren Stillwell sees her husband with another woman, her perfect world is destroyed. His betrayal turns her into a woman lusting for revenge. It was supposed to be a way to even the score. But Lauren's one night stand takes a shocking turn, and she witnesses an unbelievable crime. She's left torn between uncovering the truth and her fear that the truth may be unbearable. But either choice could cost her everything - even her life.
Caught in the crossfire of a deadly standoff, Detective Michael Bennett must kill...or be killed. Tensions between America and Russia are the highest they've been since the Cold War. As the countries' Presidents travel to the United Nations to iron out their differences, a fashionable husband and wife team of lethal assassins prowls the streets of Manhattan hunting their prey--a professor hiding a scandalous secret. Their next target: the extremely popular President of the United States of America. Pulled away from his family and pressed into service, Detective Michael Bennett must trace the source of a threat that could rip the country apart--and what he finds may turn the Cold War red hot once again. With allegiances constantly in doubt and no one above suspicion, only Bennett can step into the line of fire to save the President before the deadly kill shot hits its mark.
Set against a backdrop of incredible wealth and beach houses, the story explores themes of murder and dysfunctional families. The narrative promises a thrilling ride filled with intrigue and complex relationships, showcasing Michael Ledwidge's storytelling prowess. With high stakes and captivating characters, it stands out as a compelling read that combines suspense with a vivid setting.
In this latest pulse-pounding thriller, former Navy Seal Michael Gannon must fight for survival... perfect for fans of Lee Child, David Baldacci, Gregg Hurwitz and Vince Flynn.
Fifteen-year-old alien hunter Daniel X is on a mission to finish the job that killed his parents - to wipe out the world's most bloodthirsty aliens on The List. At the number-one spot, The Prayer is Daniel's ultimate target. With mind-blowing skills like telepathy and the ability to transform and create, Daniel's got more than a few tricks up his sleeve. Along with his friends Willy, Joe-Joe, Emma and Dana, Daniel hunts down the aliens on The List one by one. But as he battles towards his top target he can't forget one thing: he's got a host of aliens to fight, but on their lists there's only one name at the top . . . and that's his.
In James Patterson's pulse-racing New York Times bestseller, violent animal attacks are destroying entire cities-and two unlikely heroes must save the world before it's too late. All over the world, brutal attacks are crippling entire cities. Jackson Oz, a young biologist, watches the escalating events with an increasing sense of dread. When he witnesses a coordinated lion ambush in Africa, the enormity of the violence to come becomes terrifyingly clear. With the help of ecologist Chloe Tousignant, Oz races to warn world leaders before it's too late. The attacks are growing in ferocity, cunning, and planning, and soon there will be no place left for humans to hide. For 36 years, James Patterson has written unputdownable, pulse-racing novels-and Zoo is the thriller he was born to write. With wildly inventive imagination and white-knuckle suspense that rivals Stephen King at his very best, Zoo is an epic, non-stop thrill-ride from "one of the best of the best" (Time).
It was just a sexy game. Then things went south...Taylor Dayton has been holding back a secret from her best friend, firefighter Christian he's the only man who can douse the flames inside her. It's time he noticed her as more than an ice cream and movie pal. What better way to melt the blinders from his eyes than propose an irresistibly sexy grooming session?Christian can hardly believe the woman from his erotic dreams has just issued a siren call no red-blooded male can resist. He'll give her what she wants, and when he's done with her, she'll need more than a fire hose to cool her down.When their little game leads them to discover their secret fetishes and fantasies, they realize that this sexy seduction is no longer just a game.This time, it's for keeps.
Thriller um ein korruptes Brüderpaar in New York, das sich bei einer Erpressung übernimmt und in einen tödlichen Strudel aus Gewalt und Gegengewalt gerät.
Když se na Bahamách zřítí letadlo přepravující šest mužů, jmění v hotovosti a nepoctivě získané diamanty, jediným svědkem smrtelné katastrofy je potápěčský instruktor Michael Gannon. Domnívá se, že jde o špinavé peníze drogových bossů, které nikdo nebude postrádat. Odcizení peněz ovšem uvrhne Michaela do vražedné hry s těmi nejnebezpečnějšími muži světa.
