The Beach House | James Patterson & Peter de Jonge

The Beach House: A Novel

Extended Synopsis

When New York law student Jack Mullen learns that his brother has drowned in the ocean off East Hampton, he knows instantly that it was no accident. The powers that be rule Peter's death a tragedy, but Jack is convinced someone wanted his brother dead. As he begins to uncover the details of Peter's final night, Jack hits a formidable barricade constructed by lawyers, police, and paid protectors dedicated to shielding the multibillionaire summer residents from the local workforce.

Driven by a thirst for justice, Jack digs deeper and discovers that Peter was doing far more than parking cars at exclusive parties. He was deeply entangled in satisfying the illicit desires of the town's elite. The Beach House pulls back the curtain on the secret lives of the rich and powerful, escalating into a breathtaking drama of revenge that culminates in a truly shocking finale.

Reader Targeting

• Fans of legal thrillers and intricate revenge narratives.
• Readers who enjoy high-society crime stories and suspense-filled mysteries.
• Enthusiasts of fast-paced, standalone novels with shocking plot twists.

About the Authors

James Patterson is one of the world's most successful and celebrated thriller authors, known for his relentless pacing and mastery of suspense. Peter de Jonge is an acclaimed author and frequent collaborator with Patterson, bringing a sharp journalistic edge and compelling narrative drive to their co-authored works.

Accolades & Features

This definitive hardcover edition features a dark, atmospheric coastal aesthetic perfectly suited for luxury summer-read features. The interior includes comprehensive multi-act narrative blocks, stylistic drop-caps, and legal defense timeline logs that enhance the reading experience.

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