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Jon Roscoe Thriller #2
The Verdict
A woman violently attacked in her bed.
A billionaire businessman on trial at The Old Bailey.
As the world’s press gather outside London’s luxurious Tribeca hotel, can Jon Roscoe protect his own family from the terrifying consequences of the verdict?
A billionaire businessman on trial at The Old Bailey.
As the world’s press gather outside London’s luxurious Tribeca hotel, can Jon Roscoe protect his own family from the terrifying consequences of the verdict?
160 pages, Paperback
First published September 22, 2016
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James Patterson
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James Patterson is the most popular storyteller of our time. He is the creator of unforgettable characters and series, including Alex Cross, the Women’s Murder Club, Jane Smith, and Maximum Ride, and of breathtaking true stories about the Kennedys, John Lennon, and Tiger Woods, as well as our military heroes, police officers, and ER nurses. Patterson has coauthored #1 bestselling novels with Bill Clinton and Dolly Parton, and collaborated most recently with Michael Crichton on the blockbuster Eruption. He has told the story of his own life in James Patterson by James Patterson and received an Edgar Award, ten Emmy Awards, the Literarian Award from the National Book Foundation, and the National Humanities Medal.
Official UK Site
JIMMY Patterson Books
ReadKiddoRead
James Patterson is the most popular storyteller of our time. He is the creator of unforgettable characters and series, including Alex Cross, the Women’s Murder Club, Jane Smith, and Maximum Ride, and of breathtaking true stories about the Kennedys, John Lennon, and Tiger Woods, as well as our military heroes, police officers, and ER nurses. Patterson has coauthored #1 bestselling novels with Bill Clinton and Dolly Parton, and collaborated most recently with Michael Crichton on the blockbuster Eruption. He has told the story of his own life in James Patterson by James Patterson and received an Edgar Award, ten Emmy Awards, the Literarian Award from the National Book Foundation, and the National Humanities Medal.
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March 26, 2017
Ex-detective Jon Roscoe was head of security at London’s luxurious Tribeca Hotel and he thought he’d seen it all, until the day the persistent reporter tried to breach the grounds and enter the hotel. But once again, Roscoe evicted him, threatening him with police action if he showed his face again.
Roscoe and his team were protecting the billionaire businessman who was currently on trial at the Old Bailey for attempted murder. He and his long suffering wife of twenty years were in a suite of apartments, travelling back and forth daily.
What would the verdict be in this famous trial? And was there more than met the eye of reporters and viewers across the country?
The Verdict by James Patterson is another novella in the BookShots series which has a neat little twist at the end (which I’d pretty much worked out by then), some nasty characters as well as some good ones! Not up to his usual standard in a full length novel, nevertheless it was quite enjoyable – a quick, easy read. Recommended.
Roscoe and his team were protecting the billionaire businessman who was currently on trial at the Old Bailey for attempted murder. He and his long suffering wife of twenty years were in a suite of apartments, travelling back and forth daily.
What would the verdict be in this famous trial? And was there more than met the eye of reporters and viewers across the country?
The Verdict by James Patterson is another novella in the BookShots series which has a neat little twist at the end (which I’d pretty much worked out by then), some nasty characters as well as some good ones! Not up to his usual standard in a full length novel, nevertheless it was quite enjoyable – a quick, easy read. Recommended.
October 2, 2016
Patterson and Gold return for another joint writing assignment in the BookShot collection. Jon Roscoe remains head of Global Security for the Tribeca Luxury Hotel chain, anchoring himself at the glamorous London establishment. During a high-profile criminal trial, the hotel is housing the defendant, billionaire Harvey Rylands. Accused of attempting to murder his lover, Elegant Daniels, Rylands has done all he can to drag out alternate theories of the crime, while acting as though he is above reproach. However, Daniels delivers some damning testimony that could seal the fate of the defendant as she hints that his temper and her demand not to be the scorned lover must have fuelled the attempts to see her die. During an investigation of a hotel security breach, Roscoe discovers some information that thickens the plot on Rylands' past, one that could weigh heavily on motive, as the trial that currently sits in the jury's hands. Roscoe can only hope the truth comes out and sets free those who are the most deserving. A fast-paced story that will keep the reader flipping pages until the final paragraph.
Since the launch of the BookShots publications, Patterson has been able to turn the calibre of writing attributed to him from lacklustre to, at times, pristine. Gold offers up some wonderful ideas in crafting the second Roscoe piece that proves entertaining as well as captivating. The characters are, again, decently developed, though Roscoe remains front and centre in this story again. The premise is not new, but it is also not regurgitated in such a way that the reader tires of it. I found myself speeding through the chapters, hooked on wanting to move forward, which is surely the test of any novel or short story. Patterson shines, but nothing is more brilliant than Gold, if you'll pardon the pun.
Kudos, Messrs. Patterson and Gold for this great piece. I cannot wait for the next Jon Roscoe BookShot in the coming months.
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Since the launch of the BookShots publications, Patterson has been able to turn the calibre of writing attributed to him from lacklustre to, at times, pristine. Gold offers up some wonderful ideas in crafting the second Roscoe piece that proves entertaining as well as captivating. The characters are, again, decently developed, though Roscoe remains front and centre in this story again. The premise is not new, but it is also not regurgitated in such a way that the reader tires of it. I found myself speeding through the chapters, hooked on wanting to move forward, which is surely the test of any novel or short story. Patterson shines, but nothing is more brilliant than Gold, if you'll pardon the pun.
Kudos, Messrs. Patterson and Gold for this great piece. I cannot wait for the next Jon Roscoe BookShot in the coming months.
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January 18, 2018
Really enjoyed this one too. As I said, Roscoe is a good character. Engaging, honest and reminiscent of an action movie hero, its hard not to enjoy reading about his escapades in these books. And that poor Tribeca Hotel is giving him serious trouble! These are addictive! Short, fast paced and laced with action. An easy read!
January 2, 2022
I usually like James Patterson books be that a full novel or a bookshot but this was just boring, same old tale which just felt stretched out to fill the amount of pages required.
May 3, 2023
Easy to read thriller. Liking the Jon Roscoe character. Happy to read some longer stories with him as the lead.
January 5, 2022
Although I previously read 2 or 3 "book shots" this was the worst. A generous 2 star to say the least.
January 8, 2017
I liked the story and I thought it was wrapped up pretty well at the end. I only picked this up because I was waiting for another book that I had reserved at the library. I will continue to read more of Patterson's BookShots as they give me a break in between reading normal sized books, although I probably won't read another Jon Roscoe as I didn't really care for him as a character. The only problems I had with this book were the obvious symbols of London being included in the descriptions to highlight the fact that all these events were taking place there. It wasn't necessary and was just annoying.
September 13, 2018
Since the Jon Roscoe series are Book Shots they are short and fast paced filled with tons of action.
February 1, 2018
Another of James Patterson's shorter novella's - meaning even less character development than usual. This is also the second in a series about a geezer named Jon Roscoe, although the term series is pretty loose, because he is fairly superfluous to the plot, and you learn basically nothing about him, so it could have been anyone really - but anyways - typical non-sensical twists and turns and unbelievable conclusions where it all neatly resolves make this another poor Patterson and the continued hope that he would focus on quality over quantity.
December 28, 2019
I enjoyed the first book in this series, however, I just couldn't get into this one. The story just didn't grip me, I expected more because it is a book shot, but I found the pace to slow. I don't think you will be missing anything by skipping this short story and going straight to the third in the series. Extremely disappointing.
April 15, 2019
This proved to be the ideal length to read on a plane flight to Darwin. Fast paced, interesting characters and plenty of action.
Quite an effective novella length story- perfect way to start a holiday.
Quite an effective novella length story- perfect way to start a holiday.
November 27, 2016
Excellent.. Highly recommend
June 26, 2017
Found this book so boring, really struggled to get into it.
March 23, 2019
Yet again another brilliant Bookshot read, I thoroughly enjoyed it! I love these short stories especially when I’m not sure what to read next.
This book is the second in the Jon Roscoe thrillers trilogy and now I can’t wait to read the last book in the series.
Jon Roscoe is Head of Security for the very rich and famous Tribeca chain of hotels and is stationed at the luxurious London branch.
A billionaire businessmen is on trial at the Old Bailey and just what is the connection between him and the current Prime Minister.....
A thrilling and exciting read!
This book is the second in the Jon Roscoe thrillers trilogy and now I can’t wait to read the last book in the series.
Jon Roscoe is Head of Security for the very rich and famous Tribeca chain of hotels and is stationed at the luxurious London branch.
A billionaire businessmen is on trial at the Old Bailey and just what is the connection between him and the current Prime Minister.....
A thrilling and exciting read!
March 3, 2019
An interesting follow-up to The Hostage. Jon Roscoe gets involved in a trial case due to the fact that the suspect and his wife stay in the hotel for which he is the head of security. His 'aunt' is a member of the Jury, which is a bit too coincidental but a plot device needed to provide insight into what happens during the trial. A nice thriller with a good twist and a satisfying ending.
April 23, 2019
This was a different experience for me - I wouldn't call this a novella nor would I call it a short story - perhaps somewhere in between. This had all the hallmarks of Patterson's typical writing: short chapters, page turning and a twist I didn't see coming. A great little book to read within a day or on a plane journey. Hopefully I can read some more of these in future.
May 6, 2019
A fast paced mystery thriller that is engaging at first but by the end becomes predictable. Although it has been written in apt language and not over the top description, it does put out a smile on your face (the one that you get when you figure out something and feel like Sherlock Holmes).
Read it. You'll enjoy it.
Read it. You'll enjoy it.
July 26, 2020
What's this book is not a direct sequel to The hostage I do feels as an excellent book featuring the character Jon Roscoe.
I really enjoyed that we got to learn more about Roscoe's personal life including that he had children.
The actual narrative itself was very interesting as well but not to draw now I think this was the perfect length for me.
I really enjoyed that we got to learn more about Roscoe's personal life including that he had children.
The actual narrative itself was very interesting as well but not to draw now I think this was the perfect length for me.
January 4, 2019
Not the best bookshot that I have read but I did enjoy it. I found I didn't get a connection with the characters like I do with other books. I like the quickness of the action in the bookshot and think it would have been drawn out too long had it been a regular novel.
October 2, 2021
A good read, although I a, confused why a character who despised a cop who was dirty in the last book is suddenly extremely violent to several other characters without even trying a different resolution.
May 8, 2023
A quick fast paced read. While I still enjoyed the ride it was not one of my favourite Bookshots books. While I thought the plot was good with some interesting twists I found the writing a little bland which took away some of the suspense for me.
June 18, 2017
Love his "Quick Shots" books!! Excellent and fast!!
April 12, 2018
Good short story if anyone's interested
June 2, 2018
Ok read but was missing more storyline. I understand it’s a book shot and is supposed to be short, but the end needed more depth to it.
February 3, 2019
A great short story with a twist
March 17, 2019
6.5/10
May 30, 2019
10 out of 10
Really good book would recommend to anyone that loves James Patterson books or would like to start reading his books
Really good book would recommend to anyone that loves James Patterson books or would like to start reading his books
January 3, 2020
Really enjoyed reading this one had me keep reading on to find out what happens next .
January 14, 2020
the attacker was predictable from the beginning but still a good story
June 25, 2020
Another book short thriller by James Patterson. fast Paced, good plot and characters. A quick read when you need a change of pace.
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