The Summer House | James Patterson & Brendan DuBois

The Summer House: A Thriller

Extended Synopsis

Seven murder victims are discovered in a small town, turning the Summer House—once a rustic southern getaway—into the site of a grisly mass execution. Eyewitnesses immediately point to four Army Rangers known as the "Night Ninjas," recently returned from duty in Afghanistan. To ensure an impartial and thorough investigation, the Army dispatches Major Jeremiah Cook, a veteran and former NYPD detective.

Upon arriving in the sweltering Georgia heat, Cook and his elite team face immediate resistance. Local law enforcement, protective of their town and their jurisdiction, stonewall the military investigation at every turn. As the pieces of evidence fail to fit, Cook realizes that darker forces are rallying to bury the truth and protect damning secrets. With his own squad now in the cross-hairs, Cook must gamble everything to survive and find answers—even if it means confronting the horrors of his own past.

Reader Targeting

• Readers who enjoy high-stakes military thrillers and police procedurals.
• Fans of James Patterson's signature fast-paced, suspenseful storytelling.
• Audiences seeking gritty, atmospheric mysteries centered on small-town secrets.

About the Authors

James Patterson is one of the most prolific and recognized authors in the world, renowned for his command of the thriller genre and his ability to create gripping, cinematic narratives. Brendan DuBois is an award-winning thriller author whose expertise adds deep technical and procedural authenticity to this intense collaboration.

Accolades & Features

This mass market edition delivers a complete, dramatic narrative block split into high-velocity episodic chapters. It features stylistic layout separators and is designed for maximum suspense, making it an essential addition to any thriller enthusiast's collection.

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