





Women's Murder Club
16 books
Here are 16 books from the Women's Murder Club series by James Patterson and others. Start with 1st to Die (2001), then read the rest in the order below. Books without a series number are listed in publication order.
Books in order

1st to Die
James Patterson
In this gripping thriller, San Francisco Inspector Lindsay Boxer finds her life unraveling as she battles a life-threatening illness while simultaneously investigating a series of brutal murders targeting newlyweds. As the body count rises, Lindsay forms an unlikely alliance with a determined reporter, a sharp medical examiner, and an astute assistant district attorney, creating a formidable team known as the Women's Murder Club. Together, they must race against time to unmask a cunning killer whose deadly games are escalating, all while Lindsay confronts her own mortality and the complexities of love.

2nd Chance
James Patterson, Andrew Gross
In this gripping installment of the Women's Murder Club, homicide inspector Lindsay Boxer and her trusted circle of friends—medical examiner Claire, assistant D.A. Jill, and reporter Cindy—face a chilling case that begins with a shocking act of violence outside a San Francisco church. As they delve deeper, they uncover a sinister connection between seemingly unrelated crimes, leading them to a killer whose motives are as terrifying as their methods. With the stakes higher than ever, the women must race against time to unravel the truth before the city is plunged into further chaos.

3rd Degree
James Patterson, Andrew Gross
Detective Lindsay Boxer is drawn into a harrowing case when a devastating explosion rocks her San Francisco neighborhood, leading to the discovery of multiple victims and a cryptic message. As a prominent businessman is murdered under equally bizarre circumstances, Lindsay and her trusted circle—the Women's Murder Club—race against time to uncover the killer's motive and identity. With a chilling pattern emerging and the threat escalating, they soon realize the killer's ultimate target is one of their own. This pulse-pounding thriller masterfully blends suspense, intricate plotting, and the deep bonds of friendship under extreme pressure.

4th of July
James Patterson, Maxine Paetro
Lieutenant Lindsay Boxer finds her career and reputation on the line when a routine arrest escalates into a brutal confrontation, leading to charges of police brutality. Seeking refuge and a fresh start in the quiet coastal town of Half Moon Bay, she hopes to escape the impending trial. However, the tranquility is shattered by a series of perplexing murders, and Lindsay soon uncovers a chilling connection to a cold case from her past. As she delves deeper, she must race against time to unravel the truth before the killer strikes again, all while battling her own demons and the shadow of her trial.

The 5th Horseman (Patterson, James)
James Patterson
When a series of mysterious deaths plague a prestigious hospital, Lieutenant Lindsay Boxer and attorney Yuki Castellano—the newest member of the Women's Murder Club—launch a desperate investigation to uncover the truth. As the hospital fights to protect its reputation through a high-stakes legal battle that captivates the nation, the Club races against time to identify a ruthless killer hiding within the institution's esteemed medical staff. Blending courtroom drama with pulse-pounding detective work, this gripping thriller pushes the Women's Murder Club into uncharted territory, delivering the relentless suspense and page-turning momentum that has made Patterson a master of the genre. With lives hanging in the balance and a killer still at large, the stakes have never been higher for San Francisco's most formidable crime-fighting team.

The 6th Target
James Patterson, Maxine Paetro
When a vicious attack leaves one of the Women's Murder Club members fighting for her life, Detective Lindsay Boxer and her new partner race against time to stop a series of mysterious kidnappings terrorizing San Francisco—where children and their nannies are vanishing without ransom demands. As the city descends into panic and the investigation grows increasingly complex, Lindsay must navigate a dangerous case while grappling with personal stakes she never anticipated, including the possibility of new love amid the chaos. When the case takes a shocking and terrifying turn, Lindsay faces an impossible choice that could determine the fate of an entire city, with no guarantee that either path leads to success. Packed with the high-stakes tension and intricate plotting that define Patterson and Paetro's collaboration, this installment of the Women's Murder Club series delivers relentless suspense and emotional depth as the team confronts their most dangerous case yet.

7th Heaven
James Patterson, Maxine Paetro
When a devastating fire claims the lives of a wealthy couple, Detective Lindsay Boxer and her partner Rich Conklin are thrust into a dangerous investigation that intersects with the month-long disappearance of California's golden boy, Michael Campion. As a series of fires systematically targets affluent homes, Lindsay and her trusted Murder Club must race against time to uncover the arsonists' identities and unravel the mystery behind Campion's vanishing. With the danger closing in and the stakes becoming devastatingly personal, Lindsay finds herself caught between her professional duty and her personal safety, forced to confront the most challenging case of her career while her own life hangs in the balance. Patterson and Paetro deliver a gripping thriller that weaves together multiple mysteries, high-stakes suspense, and the emotional toll of a detective pushed to her limits.

The 8th Confession
James Patterson, Maxine Paetro
In the opulent world of San Francisco's elite, where lavish parties mask a darker reality of excess and secrets, a dangerous intruder threatens to shatter the illusion of perfection. As the city's most powerful families navigate a treacherous landscape of wealth, desire, and deception, a chilling mystery unfolds. Detective Lindsay Boxer finds herself drawn into a case that blurs the lines between victim and perpetrator, forcing her to confront the hidden truths lurking beneath the glittering surface of society.

The 9th Judgment
James Patterson
In this thrilling installment of the Women's Murder Club series, Detective Lindsay Boxer is plunged into two harrowing cases that grip San Francisco. The brutal murder of a young mother and child, marked only by a cryptic message, is juxtaposed with the shocking death of a celebrity's wife during a high-stakes jewel heist. As Lindsay and her team race against time, personal entanglements threaten to unravel the investigation and put Lindsay's own life in grave danger. James Patterson delivers a pulse-pounding narrative filled with suspense, unexpected twists, and the signature high-octane action his readers have come to expect.

10th Anniversary
James Patterson
Detective Lindsay Boxer's tenth anniversary celebration is shattered by a brutal crime: a teenage girl is found near death, her newborn baby missing. As Lindsay delves into the investigation, she uncovers a web of secrets surrounding the victim, while simultaneously facing a career-defining case for her friend, Assistant District Attorney Yuki Castellano. With her new boss watching her every move and the strain of the investigation impacting her marriage, Lindsay must make difficult choices that could jeopardize her career, her friendships, and her own hopes of starting a family.

11th Hour
James Patterson, Maxine Paetro
Pregnant San Francisco detective Lindsay Boxer is drawn into a chilling investigation when a wealthy man is murdered with a weapon connected to the deaths of four notorious criminals. As she and the Women’s Murder Club pursue a killer who seems to be targeting the city’s most powerful figures, the case takes an unsettlingly personal turn. Balancing the demands of impending motherhood with the dangers of police work, Lindsay must confront questions of loyalty, trust, and how well she truly knows those closest to her. Fast-paced and suspenseful, the novel blends high-stakes crime solving with the emotional complexity of friendship and family.

12th of Never
James Patterson, Maxine Paetro
Detective Lindsay Boxer faces her most challenging cases yet as she navigates the delicate balance between new motherhood and the demands of her job. A star athlete is implicated in a brutal murder, while a peculiar English professor's vivid nightmares about a violent crime prove eerily prophetic. As Lindsay races against time to unravel these intertwined mysteries, she finds herself confronting not only dangerous killers but also the potential for profound personal loss.

Unlucky 13
James Patterson, Maxine Paetro
Detective Lindsay Boxer's life is thrown into chaos when a chilling photograph arrives from the FBI, revealing a killer from her past. Mackie Morales, a psychopath with a terrifyingly seductive facade, has resurfaced and is targeting the Women's Murder Club. As Lindsay juggles new motherhood with her relentless pursuit of justice, she must confront her deepest fears and race against time to stop Morales before she becomes the next victim. This thrilling installment delves into themes of motherhood, obsession, and the enduring bonds of friendship as the club faces its most dangerous adversary yet.

14th Deadly Sin
James Patterson
Detective Lindsay Boxer and her closest friends are trying to put the past behind them, celebrating a birthday and finding new perspectives after recent trauma. However, their fragile peace is shattered by a wave of violent robberies targeting the city. A ruthless gang, disguised as law enforcement, leaves a trail of bodies, forcing Lindsay to confront the terrifying possibility that the perpetrators might be members of the very force she serves. As the body count rises, Lindsay must race against time to uncover the truth before the city succumbs to fear and the line between justice and crime blurs completely.

The 20th Victim (A Women's Murder Club Thriller, 20)
James Patterson, Maxine Paetro
When a series of seemingly unrelated killings erupts across the country, San Francisco homicide detective Lindsay Boxer and the Women’s Murder Club face a case unlike any they have seen before. As the investigation reveals a chilling pattern and the body count rises, the team must work across jurisdictions to identify the perpetrators and stop the next attack. Blending relentless suspense, forensic investigation, and the enduring power of friendship, this twentieth installment delivers the fast-paced twists and high-stakes danger that define the series.
26 Beauties
James Patterson
In the latest thrilling installment from the world's #1 bestselling author, Sergeant Lindsay Boxer and the Women's Murder Club are drawn into a chilling mystery involving a string of disappearances in San Francisco. When a desperate father enlists investigative reporter Cindy Thomas to find his missing daughter, it soon becomes clear she is not the only victim. As Lindsay investigates a Jane Doe and another young woman found dead, a disturbing pattern emerges, suggesting a sinister connection between the cases. The truth may lie hidden among the "26 Beauties" who have vanished, leaving the Women's Murder Club racing against time to uncover a dangerous conspiracy before more lives are lost.