Yeah another satisfying read - 3.5*

James Patterson has me and he's had me since Private (#1). I used to hate Patterson's writing style but I've honestly grown immune to it because there are two things that sell this to me: the characters (Zach Jordan!) and the plot.

I will never give this book higher than 3* because Zach is primarily an idiot (and probably some more words that I shouldn't describe in a Goodreads review). He's still in love with his current police partner (Kylie McDonald) and there are some things where she's over-sexualised and if I was his current girlfriend (Cheryl), I would have literally strung him up by his balls - I am clearly not that patient. I think this series would work as well, possibly even better, if this crappy storyline wasn't underlining it. Kylie does not feel the same way and I'm unsure if he actually loves her or is just in love with the thought of her. Cheryl is clearly so much better than Kylie and errrgh it really infuriates me.

If that underlying issue wasn't still occurring, I would have definitely given this book 4* because the plot was exciting and thrilling that I finished it in a day. I didn't even mean to and I literally have done nothing else - apart from work as well. This book consumed my 'free time'. I was excited to find out what was happening next. I like the three different plots and they didn't need to connect because that's what a busy NYPD cop would probably have to put up with.

I love the idea of NYPD Red (looking after NY's elite) and I think the idea is strong as ever, especially in today's current climate. As long as celebrities are a thing then this book can continue on forever - it is so relevant.

Where's NYPD Red 6?