Four women–four friends–share a determination to stop a killer who has been stalking newlyweds in San Francisco. Each one holds a piece of the puzzle: Lindsay Boxer is a homicide inspector in the San Francisco Police Department, Claire Washburn is a medical examiner, Jill Bernhardt is an assistant D.A., and Cindy Thomas just started working the crime desk of the San Francisco Chronicle. But the usual procedures aren't bringing them any closer to stopping the killings. So, these women form a Women's Murder Club to collaborate outside the box and pursue the case by sidestepping their bosses and giving each other a hand. The four women develop intense bonds as they pursue a killer whose crimes have stunned an entire city. Working together, they track down the most terrifying and unexpected killer they have ever encountered–before a shocking conclusion in which everything they knew turns out to be devastatingly wrong. Full of the breathtaking drama and unforgettable emotions for which James Patterson is famous, 1st to Die is the start of a blazingly fast paced and sensationally entertaining series of crime thrillers.

1st to Die: A Novel by James Patterson is a thrilling mystery novel that is perfect for fans of the genre. The book is the first in the Women's Murder Club series and follows a group of women who work together to solve a string of murders in San Francisco. The author, James Patterson, is known for his gripping storytelling and intricate plot twists, and this book is no exception. The paperback format makes it easy to take this book with you on the go, and the mystery and suspense will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. If you're looking for a page-turner that will keep you guessing until the very end, 1st to Die: A Novel is the perfect choice.