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The Traveler
James Patterson
  • Published: 5 January 2027
  • ISBN: 9781529922684
  • Imprint: Century
  • Format: Trade Paperback
  • Pages: 400
  • RRP: $34.99

The Traveler



She hunts killers for a living. One decided to hunt her back. In this gripping cat-and-mouse thriller, a bestselling true-crime writer becomes the chosen adversary of a notorious serial killer. Perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn, Karin Slaughter and Don Winslow.

A chilling new standalone from the world's bestselling thriller writer, perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn and Karin Slaughter.

Gracie Bronte doesn't shy away from serial killers.

As one of New York's most famous true-crime writers, she's built a career dissecting notorious murder cases from a safe distance.

But a masked serial killer she dubs the Traveler has decided it’s time for Gracie to be part of the story.

With bodies appearing across the country, Gracie teams up with ex-NYPD detective Christian Walshe and a close-knit group of operatives to hunt a killer who thrives on the art of performance and playing psychological games.

But the Traveler is watching Gracie. Taunting her. Forcing her into a public duel where every move risks another life.

How far is she willing to go to catch the ultimate killer?

  • Published: 5 January 2027
  • ISBN: 9781529922684
  • Imprint: Century
  • Format: Trade Paperback
  • Pages: 400
  • RRP: $34.99

About the author

James Patterson

JAMES PATTERSON is one of the best-known and biggest-selling writers of all time. His books have sold in excess of 375 million copies worldwide. He is the author of some of the most popular series of the past two decades – the Alex Cross, Women’s Murder Club, Detective Michael Bennett and Private novels – and he has written many other number one bestsellers including romance novels and stand-alone thrillers. James is passionate about encouraging children to read. Inspired by his own son who was a reluctant reader, he also writes a range of books for young readers, including the Middle School, I Funny, Treasure Hunters, House of Robots, Confessions, and Maximum Ride series. James has donated millions in grants to independent bookshops and has been the most borrowed author of adult fiction in UK libraries for the past eleven years in a row. He lives in Florida with his wife and son.

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