Patterson (along with Roughan) made an interesting attempt to pen a distinct type of thriller. I dare say it has supernatural overtones that add an extra layer of mystery and excitement.

As always, Patterson's writing is page-turning, and there are moments that are truly gripping. It keeps the reader engaged from start to finish.

However, it's not a perfect ten. Out of 12, it earns a Three Star read. It has its strengths, but also some areas that could be improved.

The cover image, with the link , gives a hint of the supernatural elements within.

This was a 2012 read, and it's still worth considering for those who enjoy thrillers with a touch of the supernatural.

Patterson's latest adult novel is truly a disappointment. It is by far the trashiest and sloppiest work he has ever produced. I could barely make it through the first six chapters out of the 100+ in the book. The story lacks depth and coherence, and the characters are one-dimensional.

On the positive side, the writing is extremely simplistic. This might actually be beneficial for ESL students who are looking to improve their English language skills. The basic sentence structures and limited vocabulary make it easier for them to understand.

However, for those who are looking for a well-written, engaging novel, this is definitely not the one. You have been warned! Proceed with caution if you decide to pick up this book.

This was an extremely enjoyable experience that managed to maintain my interest throughout.

Every moment was filled with excitement and新奇. It was like embarking on a thrilling adventure that constantly presented new challenges and opportunities for exploration.

The activities were engaging and stimulating, making it impossible for my attention to wander.

I found myself fully immersed in the experience, completely忘却了周围的一切.

It was not only fun but also a great way to learn and grow.

The entire event was well-organized and executed flawlessly, adding to the overall enjoyment.

I look forward to having more such experiences in the future.

Why did I read this?

It's a question that keeps popping up in my mind. I have always had a strong aversion to James Patterson. His writing style, in my opinion, is overly simplistic and lacks the depth and complexity that I seek in a good book.

However, for some reason, I found myself picking up one of his works. Maybe it was out of curiosity, or perhaps I wanted to give him a chance to prove me wrong.

But as I delved deeper into the story, my initial feelings were only confirmed. The plot was predictable, the characters were one-dimensional, and the dialogue was stilted.

I couldn't help but wonder why his books are so popular. Is it because they are easy to read and require little mental effort? Or is it because of his marketing skills and the sheer volume of books he produces?

Whatever the reason, I know that James Patterson is not the author for me. I will continue to search for books that challenge me, engage my mind, and touch my heart.

Wow! I thought this was an extremely interesting story.

I had anticipated a typical thriller from James Patterson, but that was not the case at all.

The main character is tormented by dreams of bodies being wheeled out of a hotel and people approaching her to caution her about something that will occur unless she takes action.

Subsequently, she takes photographs, and some individuals in the photographs have ghost-like images.

This build-up culminates in a breathtaking conclusion where our main character was reliving her death in a personal purgatory repeatedly, and these dreams were like déjà vu from the previous times she had experienced this.

I adored that the ending was left open. I prefer to believe that because she repented, she was ultimately able to depart from that hell and survive the incident as she recognized the error she had made and was profoundly sorry for it.

Overall, it was not what I had expected, but it was an absolutely remarkable story.

Dollycas’s Thoughts

This story truly captivated me right from the very beginning. It had an initial charm that quickly transformed into an eerie atmosphere, and I found myself liking it even more. By the time I reached the conclusion, I wasn't entirely taken aback because the direction of the story was somewhat foreseeable. However, witnessing it all unfold still left me in awe, exclaiming "Wow". I had a hunch about what the last line of the book would be, and when it finally came, I was like "Yes"!

It's typical Patterson, with short chapters that keep you flipping the pages, unable to resist the urge to see what the next chapter holds. You can clearly see the unique contribution that Howard Roughan made, which sets this story apart from a typical James Patterson novel. As I am reading this book several years after its release, I did notice that it had quite a few 1-star reviews. Fortunately, they didn't dissuade me from giving it a try. I really liked this book because it was different, not at all what I had anticipated. I ended up reading the entire thing in one day because I simply couldn't put it down. The supernatural element was completely unexpected and really turned the plot on its head.

In conclusion, it was an enjoyable read. I'm glad I didn't let those 1-star reviews stop me from experiencing this captivating story.

I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a thrilling and unique read.

There was a time when I truly had a deep affection for James Patterson. I was drawn to him because of the authenticity that his stories exuded. The Women's Murder Club series was one of my absolute favorites, and this was long before it was adapted into a television show. It was always an effortless read, and for a murder series, it had a certain lightness or "fluffiness" that made it highly enjoyable.

However, one persistent gripe I've had about Patterson is that his chapters are often extremely short. It's nearly impossible to say "just one more chapter" when reading a Patterson book because it takes only about 30 seconds to breeze through a chapter.

"You've Been Warned" is written from the first-person perspective, narrating the tale of Kristin, an aspiring photographer and nanny. I found some of the photographic references quite interesting, as I myself have an interest in photography. That, and the fact that the character ate at a diner I used to frequent when I lived in New York City, were the only亮点 for me.

The dialogue and the way the story was told reminded me of something I might have written in a junior high school creative writing class. It was simplistic and not particularly intelligent.

I didn't really become engaged in the "who-dunit" aspect until almost the very end of the book. I finished the book mainly because I didn't want to return it to the library unread. Fortunately, it only took me two sittings to get through it. Even so, it still felt like a waste of my weekend.

I quite enjoyed this one!

It was a pleasant surprise to discover that Patterson had books with paranormal elements in them.

This unique addition truly added another interesting layer to the whole crime genre.

It made the story more engaging and captivating, as it combined the excitement of a crime mystery with the allure of the supernatural.

The narrator for this one was also pretty good.

They did a great job of bringing the characters and the story to life, enhancing the overall listening experience.

Their voice and tone were well-suited to the nature of the book, adding an extra dimension of authenticity and emotion.

Overall, it was a great read/listen, and I would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good crime thriller with a touch of the paranormal.

ONE STAR BUT 100% WORTH READING.

Wow. I happened to pick up this book on the recommendation of the I Don't Even Own A Television podcast. And to my surprise, I powered through it in maybe three hours in total.

It's like a hilarious parody of those trashy airport thrillers. The characters are all one-note, and the clichés are exaggerated to the extreme. What makes it even more interesting is the awkward conversational inner monologue of the main character, who is actually quite easy to despise.

Every twenty pages or so, I found myself folding down the corner of a page to mark the passages that were either cringeworthy or laughter-inducing. The pacing of the story is really atrocious. The so-called "psychological thriller" elements are at best tepid and lackluster. And the final reveal is one of the most audacious and poorly-executed ones I've ever come across.

In conclusion, this book is truly terrible. However, it is also a must-read because of its unique charm and the entertainment value it provides. It's a book that will make you laugh, cringe, and maybe even think a little about the conventions of the thriller genre.

I absolutely loved it! It was such a nice and quick read.

The story had a certain charm that kept me engaged from start to finish.

The writing style was简洁明快 (succinct and lively), making it easy to follow and enjoy.

Despite its brevity, it managed to convey a powerful message.

I found myself completely immersed in the world created by the author.

It was one of those books that you can finish in a sitting and still feel satisfied.

I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a short but sweet read.

It's the kind of book that you can pick up again and again and still discover something new.

Loved it!

Stars: 3 / 5

Recommendation: Besides the confusing narration, and the thread of faith that was tugging us all along, it is definitely a thriller that will give you some serious shivers. Yet, the writers managed to make it an easy and quick read.

"You've Been Warned" is a psychological suspense thriller written by James Patterson, co-authored by Howard Roughan and published in September of 2007. The primary plot revolves around an amateur photographer, Kristin Burns, and is set in and around New York City.

I have read numerous books by many other authors. I think I've read only one book in James Patterson's Alex Cross series and two of his bookshots. However, for some reason, I never picked up his books again. But recently, a friend lent me her book by Patterson and wanted me to give him another try. So, here is my review.

Kristin Burns, a full-time nanny, is working hard to get her own show of photographs in an elite gallery. She is having an affair with a man who seems almost hers. Life appears to be going smoothly and on the path she had set. But then, faint ripples of fear start to emerge and turn into a full-blown catastrophe. The only way for her to take control of her life is to look through her photographs and figure out what is happening. Fear is never something to be taken lightly, and Kristin doesn't have an easy path ahead.

The plot is definitely chilling and it really disturbed me. However, I'm not sure if this book falls under paranormal mystery fiction or regular fiction. There are elements of the paranormal, but it also has characteristics of regular fiction. Moreover, the writing style initially confused me. It wasn't clear whether we were visiting the past or living in the present until I was at least 25% into the book.

The entire story is written in first-person narration. While this can be a good thing in many cases, here the writing style felt more like conversational English rather than the more polished bookish English I'm used to.

Despite the various flaws I noticed, the plot still managed to capture my attention. What gave me shivers and disturbed me the most was the way the authors presented "fate" as the antagonist and how closely the plot related to something I strongly believe in. Kristin was given many opportunities to change her direction or path, just like how fate presents us with multiple choices. The decision we make at each juncture determines the path we take, even though fate has provided us with several options. That's exactly what I felt the writers did with Kristin, having her navigate through different paths with fate always lingering nearby.

The authors open the book with a quote from the famous American-Canadian photographer Yousuf Karsh. The heroine uses a Leica R9 camera to take her pictures, a brand I hadn't heard of before but which seems to be a good one. She also has her own dark room to develop her photographic reels. Just reading the story set in 2007 took me back down memory lane, even though it was only 12 years ago.

Although each chapter is numbered, there are one-page inserts with a single number in between every few chapters, starting from 1. This almost makes it seem like every few chapters are bundled together as a mini-book. However, I did feel that there was a disconnect on one particular thing at the end of the book, something that I felt wasn't answered well.

Besides the confusing narration and the thread of faith that ran throughout, it is definitely a thriller that will give you some serious shivers. Yet, the writers managed to make it an easy and quick read. Perhaps I will pick up another James Patterson book in the future, but not anytime soon.

Spoiler Alerts:

1. Plot Reveals:

    a. The authors have their heroine get her stuff for her apartment from Crate & Barrel factory reject sale. I was wondering what that was until a Google search led me to Crate & Barrel clearance and outlet sale. Was this what was called a factory reject sale 12 years ago?

    b. References to Books, Movies and TV Shows that the authors use in the plot:

        i. Dakota, Michael's daughter, reads a book called "The Trumpet of the Swan" by E. B. White. I have read his "Stuart Little" but have seen the films made based on his books "Stuart Little" and "Charlotte's Web".

        ii. Sean, Michael's son, loves Jimmy Neutron, the boy genius cartoon kid, and he even has Jimmy Neutron socks.

        iii. Kristin watches the 1996 American comedy film "Flirting with Disaster".

        iv. References to "Where's Waldo?" Children's puzzle books are seen.

    c. Kristin and the kids play a game called keep-away and I wondered what it was until I realized we used to play a similar game as kids. More about the game here: [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keep_away](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keep_away)

    d. Why does the pony-tailed investigator shoot at Kristin towards the end when he very well knew that she hadn't murdered anyone?

2. Sub Plots:

    a. Kristin is having an affair with Michael Turnbull, her employer, who is the father of the two kids, Dakota and Sean, she takes care of, and is very married to Penley.

    b. Kristin has two best friends - Beth, a struggling actress; and Connie, a social worker with the city's Division of Family Services.

3. Grammatical / Historical / Location / Character Errors:

    a. On Pg. 55, Line 5, it should be "…In front of me there's…"

    b. On Pg. 107, Line 9, it should be "…without Javier being able…"

This book was truly like The Matrix.

At first glance, you might think it's just plain weird. The strange concepts and the way the story unfolds initially give that impression.

But as you progress through the pages, you start to wonder, "Wow - is this going to be like The Matrix a lot?" However, I was beyond disappointment.

The writing itself was actually quite great. I'm certain that the author had a good command of the language. But the plot and the story were just so weird.

Sometimes you'd think, "Okay, maybe this isn't going to be as Matrix-y as I thought." But then, right at the end, it hits you. It turns out to be similar to The Matrix, but not quite in the way you expected.

And you're left there thinking, "I've spent way too much of my life reading this book."

Once again, the actual writing was good. The story had such great potential. It seemed like it could have been something truly amazing. But then, BOOM! You realize you've been reading a book that is like The Matrix but isn't quite what you hoped for.