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You've Been Warned (Hardcover)

by James Patterson and Howard Roughan (Author)
1.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (42 customer reviews)

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  • Hardcover: 320 pages
  • Publisher: Headline (1 Nov 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0755330439
  • ISBN-13: 978-0755330430
  • Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 16 x 3.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 1.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (42 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 89,036 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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A creepy thriller from internationally bestselling novelist James Patterson.

For Karen Burns, a talented young photographer, it was only natural to go to New York to chase her dreams. And it was only normal - just to pay the rent while she waited for her big chance - to work as a nanny for a young power couple, an attorney and his socialite wife, looking after their two children. But for all the promise, the thrills, and the glitter, there are temptations and there are deadly dangers that come with life among the rich and powerful. Get ready for the Nanny Diaries from Hell.



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James Patterson has written numerous international No. 1 bestsellers including the Alex Cross series and the Women's Murder Club series. He lives in Florida.
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27 of 30 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars An average supernatural thriller, 7 Nov 2007
By KM (England) - See all my reviews
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'You've Been Warned' is James Patterson's 5th book that he has released in 2007 and this time he has had a go at the supernatual thriller genre for a change, teaming up with Howard Roughan.

The story begins when hopeful photographer, Kristin Burns is a nanny for the Turnbull family and is also having an affair with the husband of the family. Kristin then begins getting shocking and terrifying nightmares everyday and weird things start happening all around her, including seeing people who have been dead for a while. This then sets Kristin on an investigation into what the dreams mean and find out the truth behind these strange sightings, by using her trusty camera.

This book has it's good and it's bad points. First the good - it's fast-paced and quite exciting and you'll find yourself flying through this book in no time at all. The characters are pretty good and the mystery will keep you hooked and thinking the whole way through. The main bad point is that the ending is pretty rubbish and very predictable and will leave you feeling a bit disappointed once you've finished it.

Overall it is a fairly decent read that is full of twists and excitement, as you'd normally expect from a Patterson novel. The downside is that if you're after a good Patterson novel, it's not as good as his Alex Cross or Women's Murder Club series. And if you're after a good supernatural thriller you're better off reading a Stephen King, Dean Koontz or a David Ambrose. If you're after a quick, easy and enjoyable read - give it a go. If you're after a deep, involving and memorable book - look elsewhere.
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Going against the majority...a rather unexpected read, 13 Jan 2008
In general, I think Patterson's writing has been atrocious over the past year. He is whipping out cookie cutter stories, even my favourite Alex Cross bores me to tears.

Yet, I continue to read and this time was not disappointed. "You've Been Warned" is a significant departure from Patterson's usual fare with new characters. This book is fast paced and unusual. I read the whole thing in only a few hours as I just had to figure out the whole crazy thing. The ending was a bit of a disappointment- he got to cute there.

If you put the thoughts of Alex, Lyndsey, and the usual suspects out of your head and want a quick, entertaining read, give this book a try. Frankly, its the best thing he has written in years.

Caveat to Patterson- take a year off, relax, stop bombarding us with cut rate stories. Then come back, refreshed, and blow my mind!
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Average, 21 Feb 2008
By Mr. D. W. Kenrick "Student" (UK) - See all my reviews
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This book was something of a departure from the James Patterson I knew - I had read five of his Alex Cross books, which I think are superb, and When the Wind Blows - which was alright but not as good as the Cross ones, I think this is the least favourite of all of his books I have read.

I started and finished it today in my commute to and from University so there, as others have mentioned, is a plus in that its a quick read - Patterson sticks to his style of short chapters which cleverly keep you wanting more and allow you to read short snippets whenever you like.

However the plot of the novel seemed to be all over the place, at parts it was engrossing and descriptive, evocative of the Cross series, but in general it just seemed like a clumsy effort that was crying out to be made into a film or something similar. The end was a disappointment and the conclusions predictable, a distinctly average offering from a usually good and reliable author.

Until this comes out in paperback for a couple of quid you're better off saving your money or spending it on a couple of Cross novels instead.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Interesting Outline, no characters, banal plot
It says it in the headline. The overall concept may have produced a fine thriller had any of the characters been either believable or had any depth. Read more
Published 9 days ago by A. Connell

2.0 out of 5 stars Not his best
Definitely not one of his best books. Good for a holiday read or something but lacks his usual style.
Published 5 months ago by Book addict

1.0 out of 5 stars I wish I had taken note that I "Had Been Warned" not to waste money
Normally when I buy a new James Patterson book I look forward to sitting down for an enjoyable read but this book was dreadful from the start. Read more
Published 9 months ago by A. Grimstead

1.0 out of 5 stars I missed the warning
I have just finished this book and I only wish that I had read the reviews on this page before I started. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Paul Hanratty

1.0 out of 5 stars Very Disappointed :-(
Very poor, not up to the usual James Patterson standard.Good job it wasn`t my first James Patterson book as probably wouldn`t buy another after reading this poor long winded story!
Published 10 months ago by Mrs. S. Korhonen

2.0 out of 5 stars Garbage
From a 40 year old Patterson Fan I can only say this is garbage.
If Mr P wants to co-write with other alleged authors then i'm really sorry because make sure they are good... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Mr. I. Godfrey

1.0 out of 5 stars Not worth the time. Very poor
Probably the worst book that James Patterson has ever leant his name to. Flimsy plot, unrealistic story line and the 'twist' at the end was a quite a stretch... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Lisa J

1.0 out of 5 stars not so good
after reading all of james pattersons books,i have been very dissapointed with the last few.
youve been warned,i found somewhat uninspiring not very exciting and personally... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Mr. C. Pryer

1.0 out of 5 stars youve been warned
What a bitter disappointment.I adore James Patterson but lately his books have been utter rubbish.In this book the story is finished at the 3 rd chapter.Nothing else happens. Read more
Published 15 months ago by E. Martland

1.0 out of 5 stars Absolute rubbish
I have read so many James Patterson books and this rates alongside The Lake House as one of the worst books I have read. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Mr. Neil Hartigan

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