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When the Wind Blows Hardcover – October 28, 1998

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While grieving her husband's murder, a young Colorado veterinarian meets a troubled FBI agent and begins to uncover the world's most sinister secrets in this thriller from James Patterson.




Frannie O'Neill is a young and talented veterinarian living in Colorado. Plagued by the mysterious murder of her husband, Frannie throws herself into her work, but it is not long before another bizarre murder occurs and Kit Harrison, a troubled and unconventional FBI agent, arrives on her doorstep.




Late one night, near the woods of her animal hospital, Frannie stumbles upon a strange, astonishing phenomenon that will change the course of her life forever: an eleven-year-old girl named Max.




With breathtaking energy, Max leads Frannie and Kit to uncover one of the most diabolical and inhuman plots of modern science. Bold and compelling,
When the Wind Blows is a story of suspense and passion as only James Patterson could tell it.
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Taking a break from his phenomenally successful Alex Cross series, James Patterson's When the Wind Blows is as much child's fantasy as it is an adult nightmare. The novel moves away from the gritty Washington, D.C., setting of the Cross books and follows the daily life of Frannie O'Neill, a Colorado veterinarian. After the mysterious death of her husband several years before, Frannie retreated to an isolated life in her Colorado practice. But a series of bizarre events suddenly disrupts her lonely routine. On a personal level, she is shaken by her new tenant--Kit Harrison. Kit's too handsome and too friendly and he's a hunter (or so Frannie thinks). He's also recovering from a devastating personal tragedy, and, as Frannie eventually learns, he's really an FBI agent using his vacation to follow a crucial lead. But Kit isn't the one that's got Frannie concerned. As she says after stopping her Suburban one night to check out something on the side of the road: "What I saw was way beyond my abilities to imagine, beyond my comprehension, my system of belief, and maybe beyond my ability to communicate right now. The little girl's arms were folded back in a peculiar way, but when she lifted them--feathers fanned out." The girl is Max, and the mystery of her wings leads Frannie and Kit into a massive conspiracy involving secret genetic research and the scientific manipulation of the human species.

Patterson, a former advertising executive who coined such catchy phrases as "Nupe it!," knows how to entertain. His chapters are always short (some only two pages), and his writing is clear and unobtrusive; the reading experience is brisk--akin to watching a summer blockbuster. The book is not as dark or as weighty as the tales of detective-psychologist Alex Cross, but while some fans may be disappointed by Patterson's migration from pure suspense fiction, his first-person narrator Frannie, has a quirky realism that keeps this flight of fancy mostly on stable ground. --Patrick O'Kelley

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Still mourning her dead husband, veterinarian Frannie O'Neill makes an awful discovery near her hospital. What's more, an FBI agent is tapping at her door.
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Little, Brown and Company; First Edition (October 28, 1998)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 432 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0316693324
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0316693325
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.55 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 1.5 x 9.75 inches
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James Patterson is the most popular storyteller of our time. He is the creator of unforgettable characters and series, including Alex Cross, the Women’s Murder Club, Jane Smith, and Maximum Ride, and of breathtaking true stories about the Kennedys, John Lennon, and Tiger Woods, as well as our military heroes, police officers, and ER nurses. Patterson has coauthored #1 bestselling novels with Bill Clinton, Dolly Parton, and Michael Crichton. He has told the story of his own life in ‘James Patterson by James Patterson’ and received an Edgar Award, ten Emmy Awards, the Literarian Award from the National Book Foundation, and the National Humanities Medal.

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Customers enjoyed the book and found it a compelling read. They appreciated the interesting storyline and kept their attention throughout. The characters were described as interesting and loved. Many found the adventure riveting and heartwarming. However, opinions differed on the writing style and pacing - some found it well-written and easy to read, while others felt it was poorly written and lacking in detail.

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149 customers mention "Readability"149 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book. They find it a fast and compelling read, a great fantasy from a great author. The story is interesting and thrilling, making it one you don't want to put down.

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"...They are all great and this one is also great. It has an interesting switch to his others. It's a hood read." Read more

"...Fun read." Read more

"...intrepid mind, and compassion take over, and the book becomes one you've don't want to put down...." Read more

118 customers mention "Storyline"94 positive24 negative

Customers find the storyline engaging and enjoyable. They praise the author's storytelling skills, intrepid mind, and compassion. The fantasy, thriller, and hope for humanity are described as wonderful and exciting for all ages. The smooth storyline is easy to follow, making it easy to picture.

"Sweet story, but I don’t think it’s a book I’d read again. I need more horror and suspense. Also I like stories that could be possible in reality." Read more

"I am not crazy about the style of writing. It seems simplistic. The story is cute. Seems like it’s made for young readers if you take the sex out." Read more

"...But then James Patterson's magical storytelling skills, intrepid mind, and compassion take over, and the book becomes one you've don't want to put..." Read more

"...They are so capitating and exciting for all ages. You must read them all!" Read more

26 customers mention "Interest"26 positive0 negative

Customers find the book engaging with an interesting premise and plot that keeps them hooked. They appreciate the author's storytelling skills and ability to keep readers guessing until the end.

"...But then James Patterson's magical storytelling skills, intrepid mind, and compassion take over, and the book becomes one you've don't want to put..." Read more

"My first James Patterson book, believe it or not. Fascinating! I could not stop reading until it was finished. Great!" Read more

"I enjoyed this fascinating story. It keeps you engaged so much so that you hate to put it down...." Read more

"One would never expect such a story. Keeps you in wonder throughout. How horrible some think and do in the name of science." Read more

11 customers mention "Character development"11 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's character development. They find the characters interesting and entertaining.

"This was a wonderful story. Great characters. The way sceince is going, this story may become factual shortly...." Read more

"...Kit Harrison is quite the lovable character that is going to Colorado under an assumed name to try and solve why several doctors have died...." Read more

"I loved this book! It was very entertaining! I loved the characters of Kit and Frannie but most I loved the children...." Read more

"Couldn't put it down. I guess we all would like to fly! Exciting story string characters easy to follow storyline" Read more

10 customers mention "Adventure"10 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the adventure in the book. They find it riveting, fast-paced, and heartwarming. The story has sentimental value and excitement for them.

"...I laughed and cried on the same page(s). Both scary and heartwarming, this story captured my attention from page one to the end...." Read more

"...When the Wind Blows was such a wonderful thriller, one that will touch your heart and make you cry...." Read more

"Flying children, needing allies,find them in Frannie and Kit. Such a ride, such description, such pathos ! Hope it continues!" Read more

"...There’s plenty of adventure, fear, excitement, curiosity, and sorrow. The story takes you on a rollercoaster of emotion. It truly is an amazing read!" Read more

47 customers mention "Writing style"30 positive17 negative

Customers have different views on the writing style. Some find it well-written and easy to read, with a smooth storyline. Others mention that the book is poorly written, with too much detail and poor editing. There are also typing errors and some readers found the reading experience disappointing.

"I am not crazy about the style of writing. It seems simplistic. The story is cute. Seems like it’s made for young readers if you take the sex out." Read more

"...I hope this time it does not. But the writer was amazing and so interestingly described his story." Read more

"This was one of the three worst reading experiences I’ve ever had...." Read more

"Great book and well written. James Patterson out did himself with this great book. Story was great makes you stop and think" Read more

31 customers mention "Pacing"19 positive12 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the book's pacing. Some enjoyed the fast-paced writing and found it entertaining. Others felt the story was not very sensible, poorly executed, and predictable.

"...It was beautiful, funny and emotional all in one." Read more

"...it after first six chapters and struggled to stay with it for them, Pure rubbish!" Read more

"...It is a fast read and has a satisfying ending. Do not want to give away too many details. I did enjoy it...." Read more

"A great mix of interesting, funny and entertaining. I looked forward to reading every night." Read more

11 customers mention "Difficulty to put down"6 positive5 negative

Customers have mixed reviews about the book. Some find it engaging and difficult to put down, while others find it tedious and simplistic at times.

"Read the book in 4days. Hard to put down. Patterson keeps you guessing. Your Imagination will be on overload guessing the turn of events." Read more

"...The book was very hard to put down because you wanted to see what was coming next." Read more

"Very. Good . Was hard to put down. Like the author and will read more of his books. Thank you" Read more

"This was a book that was hard to believe, but also hard to put down. Had to know the ending." Read more

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One of Paterson's best. Shared the book with my Grandaughter to read. We both love his books about Max and her friends!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2025
    Great book
  • Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2024
    Sweet story, but I don’t think it’s a book I’d read again. I need more horror and suspense. Also I like stories that could be possible in reality.
  • Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2024
    I have read a number of books by James Patterson and those with co-authors. They are all great and this one is also great. It has an interesting switch to his others. It's a hood read.
  • Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2024
    I am not crazy about the style of writing. It seems simplistic. The story is cute. Seems like it’s made for young readers if you take the sex out.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2023
    "When the Wind Blows " begins in darkness, not the darkness of the night but the darkness of the soul, and I didn't know if I wanted to finish it. But then James Patterson's magical storytelling skills, intrepid mind, and compassion take over, and the book becomes one you've don't want to put down. Set in the forested foothills of the Rocky Mountain Front Range outside Boulder, Colorado, a determined fired FBI agent, a veterinarian, a group of thoroughly corrupt and unethical government officials (from several agencies), and a flock of captivating scientific experiments - part human children/part bird - come together to tell a remarkable story. to tell, and it's one you won't want to miss.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2024
    Quite a leap, hard to believe, but in this day and age of greed, corruption, power, advances in medicine & tech, I wouldn't bet against it. Fun read.
  • Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2024
    I carried this book around on my phone for a couple of weeks. I'd pull it out whenever I had to wait, like in the doctor's office. It was completely entertaining every time I pulled it out.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2024
    Maybe it’s just me, but I love, love this book! I cannot say exactly why because it would give the story away, but it has become my most favorite James Patterson book. I never in a lifetime could have imagined such scientific work! Wow…you will love it, too.
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  • Chloè
    5.0 out of 5 stars great buy
    Reviewed in Canada on December 22, 2024
    thanks
  • Ian J Morrison
    5.0 out of 5 stars Patterson does it again...
    Reviewed in Australia on June 25, 2015
    What a great read...Patterson at his best!!
  • Mrs. Chadwick
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 19, 2007
    I've now read a number of James Patterson's novels now, and all have been excellent, (look at my other reviews).

    A little while a go I read his novel "Maximum Ride: The Angel Experiment", classed as a teenagers book but adults would love it too. Well this book that started his ideas off for that one; you couldn't really say this is more an adult book then teenager as it deal with many of the same kids.

    The story starts out with Max running away with her little brother from the school from hell. During her journey she finds a few people willing to help her to get other kids out of the experiment camp, it's more that then a school. Uncle Thomas, (as he calls himself) and his not so nice friends keep the kids locked up and makes there life hell. These kids are different to the rest of the world, why? They all have wings and can fly.

    So if your thinking of reading any of his books that involves these great kids read them in order, whatever age you are you'll enjoy them,(this book first, then "The Lake House"," Maximum Ride: School's out forever" which is the prequel to "Maximum Ride: The Angel Experiment").

    So far I've read the first and last books, (LOL not the correct order as I didn't know the others existed).

    "When the wind Blows" is an excellent book, I couldn't put it down and it just took 24hrs to read. It's a book I would read again and would recommend to everyone whatever the age you are.

    My advice to teenage readers is if you want a little more then "Harry Potter" then these are the books for you. :-)

    It's worth every penny and I know look forward to start reading "The Lake House". :-)
  • さんぺい
    4.0 out of 5 stars コロラドの山中で繰り広げられるファンタスティク・ミステリー
    Reviewed in Japan on February 4, 2007
     フラニーは、一年半前に夫が殺害され、今なお獣医師としてコロラドの山中で暮らしていた。

     FBI捜査官のトムは、上司の指示を無視して、独自に違法な生体実験を行う学者グループを調査していた。フラニーの家を借りて調査するうちに、羽で空を飛ぶ少女を発見する。

     探偵小説風で、ファンタジーであり、たわいない話しだが、結構面白い。ハッピーエンドなので安心して読めます。
  • Gary N.
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great read from a brilliant author.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 30, 2020
    Was hard to put down. Very good storyline.
    Good balance of action and calmness.
    I've read most of his books now