Is NYPD Red part of a series?

This book is the first installment in the NYPD Red series, introducing the specialized task force and its lead detectives. While it establishes the characters and premise, the central mystery of this particular novel is resolved within its pages.

How does this book compare to James Patterson's other series?

NYPD Red features a more direct and focused police procedural style compared to some of Patterson's other collaborative works, with a strong emphasis on the partnership between the two lead detectives. It maintains his signature short chapters and rapid pacing, but the setting and specific unit provide a distinct flavor.

NYPD Red

Crime Mystery

Pages: 400
Published: 2012
Language: English

Synopsis

In the heart of New York City, a vigilante serial killer is targeting criminals who've escaped justice, and the public is secretly cheering them on. NYPD Red detectives Zach Jordan and Kylie MacDonald are tasked with stopping the killings when a powerful socialite vanishes. As they race against time, they uncover dangerous secrets, and Zach realizes Kylie's own hidden agenda could jeopardize everything.