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Has anyone read President Clinton’s new book, The President Is Missing?

Has anyone read President Clinton’s new book, The President Is Missing?

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Lyn

I wondered the same thing. Every one of Patterson’s co-written books has been a disappointment to me. I’m very curious about this one.

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Kathy

I agree. His name alone, I will enjoy. With a co-author, nope.

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Gelene

One of my friends just finished it and she said its very good!

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Kathy

On the list at my local library!

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Stephanie

Loved it!! I couldn’t put it down. Finished it in 2 days!!!

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Glenda

My library patrons are reporting that it is very obvious which one is writing, and that the transitions between authors are jarring. I think I’ll pass.

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Stephanie

I did not notice that at all. In fact I kept wonder who did what.

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Mike-Barb

I think I can tell and that’s what makes it interesting for me

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Angela

I loved it!

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Irene

I bought it for my husband for Fathers Day. I’ll read it when he’s done

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Shelley

I own the ebook but haven’t read it yet. It might make a better audiobook, depending on the reader.

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Kathy

Audio was read by Dennis Quaid and others. Was pretty good.

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Angelica

Just picked it up from the library, excited to start it. Though I do agree, most of his cowritten books aren’t the best Patterson has released.

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Carol

I’m not a big Patterson fan, but this was well written and fast moving

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Masja

It is a good story and I liked it.

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Karol

So far the posts haven’t been political and have been respectful and civil which I have very much appreciated!

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Beth

Yes, I was just trying to figure out if I could find a “don’t be snarky” emoji. We ain’t got time for that in THIS group!?❤️?

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Barbara

@Glenda Yep. Some people just can’t help themselves.

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Glenda

Just got it in the mail and haven’t started yet because I’m finishing up another book.

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Denise

I am 85% through it and it is fast paced and very enjoyable.

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Karol

I heard it was good!

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Carol

Yes, it was a great and scary story!

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Kari

Not yet, I’m on hold at the library!

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Sonja

Yes, a good book.

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Deborah

I found it scary, believable, and so real I stayed up until midnight reading it.

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Jeff

I’m 60 pages in! Jo Ellen

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Valerie

It’s in my book pile for the summer…so not yet…

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Linda

Not yet. I did hear it’s good.

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June

Just picked it up at the library yesterday. Starting next. Looking forward to it.

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Elyse

I will once I can get it for cheap – I have a knee-high stack already 😉

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Kathryn

I am waiting for it to arrive via interlibrary loan.

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Angela

No, but it’s on my library requests.

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Nancy

Just started it. So far it is good!

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Lynn

It’s on my tbr list. I enjoy James Patterson’s books.

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Bonnie

Just bought it but not started, think it will be good ?

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Patti

Just finished it. I was a little disappointed in it. It was a little slow for me and predictable but I’m not a huge fan of James Patterson and maybe it would have been better for me without his imput.

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Nicole

This is what concerns me. I used to enjoy Patterson but have found his more recent works to be very formulated and uninspiring. I want to read it, but I’m afraid I’ll be disappointed, as well…

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Julie

I think that happens with a lot of authors when you read them consistently. You get to know their style and can often predict the story.

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Nicole

@Julie good point! I hadn’t really thought of that

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Kyleen

I just bought it this weekend but choose to start Lincoln’s Last Trial first

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Karen

Yes! I loved it, and devoured it in a weeks time!

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Bonnie

Me, I liked it: My Goodreads rating 4 out of 5- This book read mainly as just another good thriller to me. It was fast paced and easy to read, which I credit to Patterson. What made it stand out though, IMO, was the president’s speech to Congress and the Nation at the end, which I credit to Clinton. Inspiring and simple.

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Michelle

Very good read! Enjoyed it to the end.

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Cathie

Not on my list.

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Sean

I haven’t read this book yet, however I have it on my wish list.

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Barbara

I gave up on James Patterson a long time ago — mostly because I don’t think he’s writing most of what his name is on. Since Clinton is not a mystery writer I suspect we’re looking at a book that is just completely ghost written — so not for me. EDITED – although seems like others really enjoyed it so maybe I’ll take a look 🙂

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Jennifer

Agree!

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Carol

I’m not a big fan of either, but the book was a wild ride!

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Kari

Every author I’ve spoken to says Patterson doesn’t write his stuff. Other people do, and he edits. His name on the book sells. HOW could he churn out as many books as he does?

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Marion

I’d expect it might be written better from having Clinton in the equation. Whenever I read a Patterson book that I enjoy. I figure it’s the writing of the other person that makes it good.

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Christi

@Marion A friend read a review of this one (in The New Yorker, maybe?) that said (paraphrased) “one of these people can write, the other one can’t. And Patterson is the one who can’t.” He’s cranking out so many co-written books lately, including children’s books, that the co-writers must be taking most of the load.

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Amy

@Kari I know someone who wrote one for him.

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Marion

@Christi I’m sure they are. BEACH HOUSE was great. I think most of the credit for that goes to Peter de Jong.I guess they see Patterson as the recognizable name and it gets the names of the less established writers out there. then they pursue solo careers. Patterson’s first one or two were okay, but then the quality severely declined.

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Tifini

It’s on my list! Looks good.

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Linda

Reading it now.

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Holly

Yes I have. It’s ok….

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DiAnna

Reading it now. Enjoying it so far.

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Shelby

I wondered when the crazy comments from people who haven’t and will not read it would start. ? I almost bought a signed copy off the Treasure Truck, but they sold out like that. I want to read it, it’s just I have so many other books to read!! One day, I’d love to never have a pile. ?

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Stephanie

I bought the hard back at Walmart. When I got home I took the book jacket off and men’s signatures are embossed on the front cover.

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Shelby

I wonder if that was what Amazon was trying to pull off as signed? Oh well. I’ll get a copy soon. I’m always looking for book options that are difficult to put down.

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Sandra

Liked!! Gave it 4 stars..interesting and current !

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Cara

YES! Read it. It is a roller coaster thrill ride to the end. And very informative. There is no politics in the book except the last 10 or so pages, parties are not even mentioned.

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Janet

Good to know!

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Sandra

Not a fan of James Patterson at all, but this one is one my hold list at the library because the synopsis interested me. We shall see!

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Carol

Just picked it up

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Mike-Barb

Reading it now and liking it so far. I read an interesting passage to my husband this morning that describes our government and the media coverage.

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Kit

Yes that was very thought provoking. Tired of journalists pulling our strings

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Mike-Barb

@Kit Exactly!

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Tanya

I don’t usually read Patterson but I’m curious. Is Clinton reading the audio book?

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Carol

I haven’t found an audiobook yet. Let me know if you find one

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Catherine
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Catherine

It’s read by Dennis Quaid, with others

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Carol

@Catherine thanks

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Catherine

????

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Amy

@Catherine how was it? A good listen?

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Catherine

I haven’t listened to it, I was just responding to the comment about who narrates it

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LeeAnne

My husband said it was just ok.

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Kit

Yes and I loved it. Whether you liked him as a president or not, the fact is that he is a very good writer who can add the insider details no one else can. It was a real page turner, lots of action and loved the main character. A bit of moralizing and lecturing but I actually liked that as well.

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Sandy

Yes, and I liked it!

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Kate

I also was little sceptical, but after reading the comments that it was not that political I will probably give it a try.

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Carol

It’s only political towards the end…!

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Stacy

Reading

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Kit

What do you think so far?

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Stacy

I like it!

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Rose

nope no way

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Flo

It is a really good mystery and gives you something to consider about our technology.

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Patti

Not yet but I plan on reading it

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Lynn

Reading it now

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Barbara

Just finished.

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Flo

Yes – Loved it but the idea of it really scared me!!

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Ann

Like it!! Forget political views! Finally Patterson is writing his own book!

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Brittny

My bf’s copy just arrived this morning! I’m hoping he likes it!

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Donna

No, but it is on my list.

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Diana

I don’t have it added to my list but more than likely will read it at some point.

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Robyn

Not yet, but I will!

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Debbie

Purchased a copy at Target to read on my beach trip next week.

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Katie

Reading now

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Lori

I’m not a James Patterson fan so probably won’t read it

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Mary

Ditto!!

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Douglas

I would have, but I went to the library, and the book is missing . . . ?

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Julie

I plan to read it. I haven’t purchased it yet.

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Kathy

It was much better than I expected. I didn’t care for the ending. Seemed a bit preachy to me. But the story to that point was engaging and very good.

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Lisa

NO☹️

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Deanna

I got the audio book and listening to it a little each day. I love mysteries thrillers and political stuff

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Karen

It’s JAMES Patterson w Clinton!!!

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Melanie

I got a free sample!

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Lisa

On my audiobook wishlist

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KeriBear

Not a great reading of it!

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Carolyn

I have not read it and am not a fan of Clinton but I am a fan of Patterson. So I might read it.

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Karen

I want to!

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Norma

Not yet…but, planning to read.

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Deborah

Reading it now and really enjoying it!

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KeriBear

I tried to listen to it…had to stop. I was not impressed!

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Nicole

I think I’m going to read it even though I haven’t like Paterson’s work in quite some time. I’m hearing great things about it, and I’m interested in Clinton’s insider spin on things.

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Kit

I don’t think you’ll be disappointed-I felt the same regarding Patterson but that insider spin made for a great read

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Amy

That’s why I’m interested, too. His interview on npr got me interested.

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Paula

I am planning to read it.

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Jennifer

@Cara, want to chime in?

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Cara

I did!

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Pat

Did he write it? Or did his ghostwriter…

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Kat

Co-wrote with James Patterson.

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Yvette

Collaboration with James Patterson.

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Pat

OK…then written by James Patterson…

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Ranjani

Or Patterson’s ghostwriter.

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Kat

I’m a little intrigued by it. I’ve never read James Patterson either, though I’m told I would like it.

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Kate

What is it called?

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Patty

The President is Missing

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Kate

@Patty is it a good one? Potilical topic?

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Jean

Quick fun reas

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Jean

Read

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Toni

I got it but don’t like it. First James Patterson I’ve ever disliked. Too political

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Pam

Didn’t find it political except for the end.

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Elizabeth

On my tbr

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Maria

I had no idea. I might give it a try. I think of Patterson as junk food for the brain lol

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Cecelia

Did not like it, did not finish, unusual for me to not finish a book

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Kathryn

It got a good review from a friend.

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Patty

Just bought it and about to start.

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Jane

not yet

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Stephanie

I’m not a big fan of as Patterson’s books, so probably not.

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Dawn

I’m intrigued by the story. I’ve only read a few Patterson books, but I enjoyed them. It’s on my tbr list.

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Melissa

Loved it

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Linda

I am reading it now. Just started on around page 50.

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Jane

Bought it. Not yet read,.

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Diane

Not likely. Not a Patterson fan

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Dee

My husband is reading it now and is enjoying it!

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Pamela

No, but I am checking it out of the library tonight.

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J.a.

Not a Patterson fan and definitely not a fan of any Clinton. No interest in reading this.

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Sharon

Will not read.??

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Diana

Reserved a copy at the library

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Gigi

Started, found boring, manipulative and badly written. Gave up after 30 pp.

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Elizabeth

Won’t read. Sorry I don’t like Patterson. I don’t want to offend anyone. I just don’t like that style of writing.

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Ann

That’s fine. We all don’t like the same authors or styles.

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Brenda

No

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Lou

Haven’t n n o?

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Tammy

Just got it today

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Sherry

In process

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Debbie

On my list!

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Ginny

Just ordered it..heard it was a good one

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Debbie

Am considering it. Gonna wait for more reviews on the book, not on the people associated with it. Shame on those who are putting their political views on this.

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Karen

My grandmother was a Fortier from NO.

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Debbie

I’m sorry but where or what is NO.

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Rachel

@Debbie I am thinking NO means New Orleans. There is a Fortier Parrish in Louisiana which is like a county I believe.

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Debbie

Oh, ok thanks

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Mary

It is on my summer list…

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Brenda

I really thought this was a yes/no question. Silly rabbit?

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Monty

Not yet

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Debbie

No, and I never will.

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Penny

No, but nonfiction doesn’t really float my boat.

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Kevin

It’s not nonfiction; it’s a thriller co-authored with James Patterson.

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Penny

Oh. Well then that’s different. I just may have to give that a read. Thx for the heads up. 🙂

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Ladonna

Have it can’t wait to read it!!

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Barbara

Just about to start

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Lora

It s quite a good thriller

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Sherrie

No. I’ve always thought Patterson was a hack. I’ll spend my money elsewhere.

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Charlene

I’m on the waiting list for it at my library, there’s something like 500 people in front of me so it will be a while.

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Joetta

Me 2!

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Kit

Sorry- meant political

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Lisa

me too… it looks good.

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Sue

Haven’t read any Patterson books yet but have been considering this one. A future TBR

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Kevin

Nope. Political thrillers aren’t my thing. I do need to fill a reading challenge category with a book published this year, but I think I’ll read Victoria Patterson rather than James Patterson. (I’m not joking: Victoria Patterson is the author of “Drift: Stories”, a collection I loved, and she has a new book of short stories due out later this summer.)

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Bunny

Just OK not a fan of Patterson

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Victor

I had it in my hand today but put it back down. I may get it later

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Joetta

Thank you, Kit! Agreed!

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Eileen

I refuse to read anything coauthored by James Patterson. He’s a book factory. This is the first of his coauthored books that I’m aware of where Patterson’s name appears SECOND on the cover, however. I guess being a former president has its privileges. 😉

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Janet

No. Not yet.

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Carol

It’s a good beach read, no matter who wrote it.

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Tori

Not yet, but I am very curious.

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Debbie

Just started it!

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Tamara

Im half way through. I may not finish. Its pretty silly so i expect the movie next summer.

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Carolyn

When Patterson writes by himself, he is still pretty good

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Beverly

On the list at the library

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Janice

Not a big fan of James Patterson.

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Sydney

I finished it yesterday. I thought it was pretty good. It was suspenseful and kept me interested. It centered around cyber terrorism, scary to think something like this could happen.

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Rachel

I have it on hold right now.

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Pam

I tried to read it but the beginning had so much political “speak” that I lost interest. Passing it on to my older brother who likes this kind of dialogue.

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Nancy

Not a fan of Clinton. Won’t read

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Harrison

Me either, which is exactly why I am going to read it. Everyone deserves to be heard.

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Mary

It is “okay”.

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Bonnie

I’m about 1/3 of the way through and am enjoying it.

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Robyn

Bought but not read yet

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Marilyn

Yes. I liked it.

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Mary

Heard interview with both Pres. Clinton and Mr. Patterson. I want to read it but not high on my list.

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Sandra

No….but love the title ?

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Sara

I said the same.

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Donna

I just bought it for my Dad for Father’s Day.

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Cathy

It was a good story, well told. I enjoyed it.

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Anyte

Probably will eventually…

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Cherie

Just started it

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Susan

Yes. Kept me very entertained from Texas to Georgia. Okay, an audiobook and the miles flew by. Maybe not greatest literature but some clear messages for our current climate. Glad I bought it and glad I read it…listened to it.

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Leslie

is that the one he wrote with @Patterson

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Marie

Patterson is barely literate.

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Jamie

I haven’t read it yet. A coworker told me it’s really slow at the beginning. But it is super good once it picks up.

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Mike-Barb

I agree. I’m on page 187 and the plot is just starting to unfold. Enjoying it so far though.

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Wendy

On the library waiting list.

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Johanna

Not a big fan of clinton

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Sarah

It arrives Friday to my door!

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Gina

I just seen it in my store. I think I might read. Interesting what they will come up with

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Kathleen

I saw an interview of both Patterson and Clinton about the book, can’t wait to read it!

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Carl

I have it on my list

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Kerry

No but I saw on sale today at Wally World.

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Patti

Huh???

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Sophia

Really? Clinton’s book at WM???

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Kathi

@Patti Wally World is slang for Walmart

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Barbara

@Kathi Thanks 🙂

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Sophia

@Kathi right. Selling a Clinton book? Thats surprising.

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Lynn

I need to get it

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Sophia

I’m working on Madeleine Albright’s book.

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Diane

How are you liking her book?

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Lisa

Looks scary fascinating!

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Sophia

She’s tough! And she’s been on the inner workings of the WH and State Department.
I like her sharp and clear thinking!

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Sophia

https://books.google.com/books/about/Fascism_A_Warning.html?id=GKMrDwAAQBAJ&printsec=frontcover&source=kp_read_button

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Sandra

I like her very much. She is also an immigrant……. her first book tells about her life and is very interesting.

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Virginia

Eileen Rybeck…I totally agree with you…Patterson is just a book factory now…no respect for him as an author any longer!

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Gay

I have it but haven’t read it yet looking forward to it

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Jean

Jame Patterson isn’t my favorite author, however, he has helped lesser known authors get published and noticed. And, like other books, everyone has the option to buy or not. That is one freedom I take seriously.

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Cjn

REad it, could tell you exactly which sections were written by which author. Lots of politics.

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Lisa

That’s odd. Almost everyone has said the opposite.

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Cjn

Wow, I’m surprised.

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Lisa

@Cjn well I guess what’s a lot of politics to one reader isn’t enough for others! Everything is subjective, really, right? LOL

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Vicki

i started back at number 1 of the women’s murder club because the plots were pretty good- so i am guessing with the 2 of them- could be a good book by the Prez!

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Laura

I’m on the waiting list at my library. I read a short except and it looks good.

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Maria

I’m on hold with my library.

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Holly

Not yet, but it’s on my list.

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Lisa

Just finished A Higher Loyalty and Russian Roulette. Both well written, accessible, and informative. Waiting on my library copy of Meacham’s Soul of America.

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Sherry

Finished Higher Authority and started War in Peace. Both have great insights. Also have Meachum’s to read. Not enough hours!!!

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Lisa

@Sherry agreed!

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Sophia

@Sherry Meachum’s book is well worth it!!

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Cris

Just finished it – fun read!

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Jonell

Reading it now

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Michele

Reading it now – it’s ok but not fantastic

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Vicki

Reading now…good

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Katie

Not yet, but it is in my TBR pile for this summer.

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Darby

I just can’t read it right now. All those politicians are exhausting.

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Veronica

There are some interesting insights into the impeachment process from the main protagonist President Duncan. But the book is distressingly topical.

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Kathleen

I read it and I loved it.

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Amy

Starting it in a few minutes.

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Kit

Let us know what you think!

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Neysa

Reading it now. Enjoying it!

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Jeanette

On chapter 9, so far so good. ? Can’t wait to find out what the President is doing!

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Rick

On hold with my library

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Kathy

Me too

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Arden

I read it this weekend and didn’t really like it. I think Patterson has gotten weak over the years. You can see Clinton’s insight which was interesting.

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Lori

Read it days after it came out. I’m a fan of Patterson Alex Cross series and his mysteries and procedurals. Felt it was definitely written in Patterson’s style and thought it was a good read. My guess is that President Clinton’s input was inside details.

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Patty

In an interview I saw them do they said the same: that he provided the kind of insight and details that only a president would be able to.

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Janice

no thanks

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Linda

I plan to but haven’t yet.

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Leo

I have. Thought it was well done.

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Wanda

Not yet but I plan to

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Rebecca

I read it last week and enjoyed it! I couldn’t put it down!

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Jacqueline

Reading it right now!

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Ryan

Not yet. Everybody I talk to says it’s very good, so it’s on my list.

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Mary

Just reserved it at my library. I’m #94 in line. ? fortunately the library has 21 copies so only five people per book. Still looking at two to three month wait. ?

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Wendy

I’m #7 at our library. The joys of small town living.

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Jean

After all the comments, I had to stop and read it last night. I used to read the Alex Cross mysteries, years ago, but some how stopped and moved on. However, I thought the book was really good. Very interesting and I certainly could see Patterson’s hand in it. Good read! Glad I read it.

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Linda

Not a chance

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Valerie

On my bookpile…

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Patricia

Have it, giving it to Hubby for his birthday, then reading it. Huge Patterson fan.

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Cathy

Just got it for my husband and then I’ll read it. I liked the old James Patterson books. The new ones are basically outlines plus some filler. I hope this one is good!

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Maria

I think he gives other authors that aren’t so popular a good chance at getting their names out there. I like 80% of his series but mostly due to the accompanying authors

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Ruth

Sorry to say I honestly don’t think I need to read this book, this is actually TRUE ?

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Kathy

I was literally just looking at it on Audible

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Karen

I have this book in my request list from the public library.

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Donna

Haven’t started but heard it’s great

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Sherry

On chapter 34 and pretty riveting!

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Mike-Barb

I just finished and my thought is “meh,” not bad…not good. It’s not a re-reader so I’ll be donating it to our local used book store.

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Jacqueline

Reading it now. Slow start. Now can’t put it down

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Julie

It got terrible reviews.

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Lisa

It’s at 3.99 on Goodreads. So mostly four star good reviews. Where are you looking?

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Debbie

I’ve seen it mentioned a lot, and folks are raving about it.

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Christy

Listening to it now…I find the characters’ foreign accents extremely distracting. Wondering if maybe it’s better to read it?

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June

If you like spy type novels, you may like this. I read it -could have been shorter as it has long technical passages, scary premise, glad I borrowed it from the library.

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Tamara

It should have been a DNF but i was too far in to quit. I thought it was too long, too convoluted and just boring. The President is Missing, well the plot went missing too. ?

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Sherry

First part was good but maybe I’ve read too many.

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Tamara

@Sherry I agree, the opening was good. Then Saturday happened. ☺️

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Mike-Barb

The last few pages made me crazy…they added nothing to the book and simply felt like 42 jumped up on his soapbox

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Kit

I actually lived the speech at the end! I thought it was inspiring

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Sherry

@Kit I do agree. So different from what we hear daily.

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Ann

It was only a few. Rest was great!!

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Cheryl

Thought it was better than alot of Patterson’s.

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Sharon

Not yet but planning to!

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Janice

Actually a collaboration with James Patterson.

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Elaine

Someone let me read it ….after a couple of days I gave it back  A book has to pull me in …in the beginning.

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Maggie

Just finished in early am…took me less than a week amidst working. Fantastic thriller/read and great message at the end.

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Ryan

I totally need to pick this up next. I have two other books to finish first, then i’ll get into this before the final book of Knightsbridge Trilogy by Ken Follett.

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Cindy

I thought it was a decent read. It’s typical Patterson. Very timely.

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Lori

It’s on my bedside table. It will be my end of the year reward after I finish all of the reading challenges I’m doing. I’m a bit of a James Patterson junkie.

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Lynn

Boring!

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Prudence

I have – I’m not sure it’s really his book. I’m sure he & James Patterson had a ghost writer. It isn’t bad, but it isn’t a MUST READ either. I don’t want to get political, but I liked Clinton as a President, so it isn’t political bias that affects my opinion of his book.

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Lori

In addition to being a James Patterson junkie, I collect Presidential Memorabilia. I thought a book “written” by a former president would be a fun thing for me.

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Mary

Juar finished…it was fun!

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Veronica

I’m reading it now. I find myself being aware of which chapters/ ideas are from Clinton and which are from Patterson, which is a little distracting. But the story pulled me in. I wonder when the movie will come out.

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Robin

Interesting observation! Never would have thought of that

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Vivian

Just finished it and it is a fun read.

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Pat

No thanks.

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Candice

Not even close to an interesting read. Very boring imo

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Ryan

I have it next on my list.

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Teri

I originally had it on reserve at the library; then I thought about getting it on audible since I haven’t read any previous James Patterson books, but I wasn’t impressed with the sample audio. After all the various comments here, I think I may put my name back on the reserve list at the library.

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Nicole

The audible was rough- it was Quaid, who is sometimes right on and sometimes a bit too “scruffy.” I enjoyed it tho!!!

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Karen

Very readable!

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Wendy

It was a good, easy read, if a little preachy at the end. But I thoroughly enjoyed it.

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Janet

I read the first chapter, the narration was great. The narration sucked me in.

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Janice

Drags on and on.

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Patti

I read it and I thought it was pretty boring.

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