Private L.A.
| Company type | Book series |
|---|---|
| Industry | Publishing |
| Founded | 2014 |
| Founder | James Patterson, Mark T. Sullivan |
| Products | Novels |
Private L.A. represents the third installment in the Jack Morgan series, co-written by James Patterson and Mark T. Sullivan. Due to four additional spin-off novels focusing on Private's operations in various cities, Goodreads lists it as the seventh entry. The series is set to continue with further forthcoming titles.
Plot
The story revolves around Jack Morgan, who manages Private, a detective agency established by his father. Central to the plot is the vanishing of a Hollywood couple along with their three adopted children. Investigator Justine Smith encounters a perilous situation that profoundly changes her perspective. Meanwhile, Jack’s brother Tommy becomes entangled in legal issues that could potentially affect Jack himself. Another significant case involves Private pursuing an assailant or group named No Prisoners, responsible for indiscriminately attacking individuals in public places to demand ransom.
Reviews
Private L.A. enjoyed notable commercial acclaim, maintaining a position on the USA Today bestseller chart for more than thirteen weeks and achieving the top spot. Bookreporter commended the book, highlighting its appeal to both dedicated followers and newcomers to the series.