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Cal Murphy #7
Dead Wrong
Fan of Lee Childs, Nelson DeMille, and Steig Larsson will enjoy this exciting new thriller from international bestselling author Jack Patterson!
Kelvin Jameson has everything a pro basketball star needs — good looks, a stable family life, a good public image. At least, that's what he looks like on the outside. Hours after hitting a game-winning shot, Jameson is found dead in a hotel room ... and the truth begins to leak out.
Engaged in a race to break the story Cal Murphy and his wife Kelly must distinguish fact from fiction to get to the bottom of Jameson's death before it cost Cal his job. But the stakes are raised when his pursuit of Jameson's killer just might lead to his own death.
Kelvin Jameson has everything a pro basketball star needs — good looks, a stable family life, a good public image. At least, that's what he looks like on the outside. Hours after hitting a game-winning shot, Jameson is found dead in a hotel room ... and the truth begins to leak out.
Engaged in a race to break the story Cal Murphy and his wife Kelly must distinguish fact from fiction to get to the bottom of Jameson's death before it cost Cal his job. But the stakes are raised when his pursuit of Jameson's killer just might lead to his own death.
298 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 19, 2015
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September 2, 2019
Not believable.
That there is big money in sport is nothing to write about. And big money attracting crooks, so what? This could have been a great story but it's just too full of holes. The characters have no depth, the coincidences are too great, and the whole thing failed to get exciting. Why the Russian Mafia got involved I'll never know. In any case, they were definitely the B team! Six of them couldn't kill a reporter who was tied and duct taped to a chair. They throw him into the river with heavy weights tied to him but he has enough time underwater to cut through his bindings with a loose screw! Oh, they had to play cards first though. Why? And why did this intrepid reporter get his own wife involved? Not recommended.
That there is big money in sport is nothing to write about. And big money attracting crooks, so what? This could have been a great story but it's just too full of holes. The characters have no depth, the coincidences are too great, and the whole thing failed to get exciting. Why the Russian Mafia got involved I'll never know. In any case, they were definitely the B team! Six of them couldn't kill a reporter who was tied and duct taped to a chair. They throw him into the river with heavy weights tied to him but he has enough time underwater to cut through his bindings with a loose screw! Oh, they had to play cards first though. Why? And why did this intrepid reporter get his own wife involved? Not recommended.
July 13, 2022
Kevin once was a star basketball player, words now that he was an albatross to the team. The coach wanted a win from him, before retiring,
He gave his all to his son, his loveless marriage she too wanted just the fame.
What happen that they set him up with photos and drugs to even further discredited him. He would never wanted his son left with this memory
Cal had just written an article after the game, he was happy, and going for ice cream with his son. Motives of the agent’s company needing money, the wife was into the party scene, he had just started his list.
Excellent Series
He gave his all to his son, his loveless marriage she too wanted just the fame.
What happen that they set him up with photos and drugs to even further discredited him. He would never wanted his son left with this memory
Cal had just written an article after the game, he was happy, and going for ice cream with his son. Motives of the agent’s company needing money, the wife was into the party scene, he had just started his list.
Excellent Series
July 27, 2019
REALLY needs a proofreader! There were so many times that three words were joined together or other grammatical errors occurred that stopped me dead in my tracks while reading! It really ruined the book for me. The plot was okay, but as with a lot of these types of novels, the 'hero' an ordinary journalist, managed to outwit detectives, and get himself out of very bad situations with the bad guys(to say more about them would be a spoiler).
September 27, 2019
This book got off to a good start but quickly went downhill. There were too many aspects of the story that were unbelievable. The book also contained numerous typos, particularly with text that was italicized. It was like someone had done a global search and replace format change and didn't check the results afterward.
March 22, 2020
Sports thriller
Not being a sports follower I found it difficult to track all the professional athlete lingo in this book. The story was well developed and put together. The characters were very well developed and one did feel like you knew each one personally. Don't think you have this mystery solved, there is one last twist to end it all!
Not being a sports follower I found it difficult to track all the professional athlete lingo in this book. The story was well developed and put together. The characters were very well developed and one did feel like you knew each one personally. Don't think you have this mystery solved, there is one last twist to end it all!
August 23, 2020
An enticing book to read
I really liked this story and I really love basketball. Even though I love this sport that the book focused on I was captivated and appalled by the deceit and hate that took place all revolving around money. The story described a very complicated murder that maintained my attention from start to finish. Good job Mr. Patterson!
I really liked this story and I really love basketball. Even though I love this sport that the book focused on I was captivated and appalled by the deceit and hate that took place all revolving around money. The story described a very complicated murder that maintained my attention from start to finish. Good job Mr. Patterson!
January 16, 2021
The answer is usually right in front of you........The opening chapters of the 7th in the series about much decorated sports journalist, Cal Murphy, had me gripped. Throughout many unexpected twists and turns, threats, lies, and conspiracies, I learnt a lot about both NBA and journalism, but I also learnt about ‘moral turpitude’!
January 12, 2023
twists and turns
Interesting story that has more twists and turns than a mountain road. Can seem far fetched at times or that could just be my inexperience with human nature at this level in society. The story could use another round of editing as there are numerous word errors, but you can get by those.
Interesting story that has more twists and turns than a mountain road. Can seem far fetched at times or that could just be my inexperience with human nature at this level in society. The story could use another round of editing as there are numerous word errors, but you can get by those.
September 19, 2018
A SAD STORY
This book is about the death of a fictional NBA player. It made me think about how much money is involved with professional sports and the extent owners and agents will go to sign a player.
This book is about the death of a fictional NBA player. It made me think about how much money is involved with professional sports and the extent owners and agents will go to sign a player.
July 28, 2019
This book kept me on my toes.
Just when I though I knew who(m) was doing what----I was surprised.
In a few places I did figure out what was going on.
This is a roller coaster ride that I think you will enjoy.
Just when I though I knew who(m) was doing what----I was surprised.
In a few places I did figure out what was going on.
This is a roller coaster ride that I think you will enjoy.
August 2, 2019
Dead Wrong
Very interesting and entertaining storyline about the sports world and a suspicious death that may have been a murder. An investigative journalist tries to uncover the truth.
Very interesting and entertaining storyline about the sports world and a suspicious death that may have been a murder. An investigative journalist tries to uncover the truth.
August 6, 2019
Great Read
The book got you hooked from the start. You felt connected to the character s in the novel. Kept you wondering who was the murderer. Keeps your interest. Would recommend book.
The book got you hooked from the start. You felt connected to the character s in the novel. Kept you wondering who was the murderer. Keeps your interest. Would recommend book.
August 8, 2019
Waste of time
Sorry, but the writing, character development, story line are very juvenile. Nothing flowed. Very implausible. Probably won't spend the time reading the rest of the series.
Sorry, but the writing, character development, story line are very juvenile. Nothing flowed. Very implausible. Probably won't spend the time reading the rest of the series.
August 23, 2019
If you love sports, and a good murder plot then this book is for you
I could not put this book down. It has basketball, star athlete and murder to complete this,great book. Highly recommend
I could not put this book down. It has basketball, star athlete and murder to complete this,great book. Highly recommend
November 29, 2019
Good read
Decent plot line. Many possible suspects so that kept me interested to find out if I was right. Some scenarios were a little hard to put together but overall a good thriller.
Decent plot line. Many possible suspects so that kept me interested to find out if I was right. Some scenarios were a little hard to put together but overall a good thriller.
June 18, 2020
Another super episode
This is a really good series of books by a master of his art. I seem to be going through these books a day at a time, and not many keep me that entertained that I can't put them down. Keep them coming.
This is a really good series of books by a master of his art. I seem to be going through these books a day at a time, and not many keep me that entertained that I can't put them down. Keep them coming.
August 2, 2023
Money is not going to buy you your life
Star players cost a heavy price. You are paying for their talent. Age can be detrimental to their health. Murder can bring an inexpensive answer, but it can bring an end to your life as well.
Star players cost a heavy price. You are paying for their talent. Age can be detrimental to their health. Murder can bring an inexpensive answer, but it can bring an end to your life as well.
July 28, 2019
Pathetic
This story is so far fetched that it ridiculous. And the grammatical errors are endless. If you want to visit Fantasyland, this is it.
This story is so far fetched that it ridiculous. And the grammatical errors are endless. If you want to visit Fantasyland, this is it.
August 23, 2019
A good read, engaging characters. Nice action for which the characters are made! A quick moving story with few distractions!
I liked it, will seek Mr. Patterson out again!
Chuck Mercik
I liked it, will seek Mr. Patterson out again!
Chuck Mercik
August 29, 2019
Dead Wrong review
Dead Wrong is the seventh action packed book in the " A Cal Murphy Thriller " series written by author Jack Patterson.
Dead Wrong is the seventh action packed book in the " A Cal Murphy Thriller " series written by author Jack Patterson.
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September 1, 2019Different
Liked it but a little confusing at first because of all the characters. Still enjoyed reading as it kept you guessing.
Liked it but a little confusing at first because of all the characters. Still enjoyed reading as it kept you guessing.
October 25, 2019
Ok
This was an interesting story but just didn't flow well. The editing was terrible. There were numerous times that had three words run together.
This was an interesting story but just didn't flow well. The editing was terrible. There were numerous times that had three words run together.
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November 3, 2019Great book
Very intriguing storyline, wonderful and believable characters. Not to shocking ending. But after all it is a story about sports. Will read more of this author's books.
Very intriguing storyline, wonderful and believable characters. Not to shocking ending. But after all it is a story about sports. Will read more of this author's books.
April 29, 2021
An really good story
I really enjoyed the story. There were so many twists and turns that you really had to pay attention. I will definitely read more from this author.
I really enjoyed the story. There were so many twists and turns that you really had to pay attention. I will definitely read more from this author.
February 4, 2022
A Slow Grind
Although well-written, the story did not push the right buttons for me. It was slow and methodical and even when it was exciting, it wasn't.
Although well-written, the story did not push the right buttons for me. It was slow and methodical and even when it was exciting, it wasn't.
December 28, 2016
A twisted sports tale
A sports team member is murdered and the story worsens from there. With the murder deemed suicide from drugs, the team is off the hook from the payout to his wife, not to mention the advantage to the team. The implications continue to pile up and the danger increases to those investigating the death. Other murders occur, attempts at murder and cover-ups keep piling on. Jack Patterson has an exciting and well-written style. For th o we who enjoy o y the murder mystery g e are with an added sports layer, this is an excellent read.
A sports team member is murdered and the story worsens from there. With the murder deemed suicide from drugs, the team is off the hook from the payout to his wife, not to mention the advantage to the team. The implications continue to pile up and the danger increases to those investigating the death. Other murders occur, attempts at murder and cover-ups keep piling on. Jack Patterson has an exciting and well-written style. For th o we who enjoy o y the murder mystery g e are with an added sports layer, this is an excellent read.
December 26, 2016
Great read!!
Really enjoyed this fast-paced book, with its characters, and the suspense! Jack Patterson has become one of my favorite authors. His writing is never slow or boring.
Really enjoyed this fast-paced book, with its characters, and the suspense! Jack Patterson has become one of my favorite authors. His writing is never slow or boring.
April 7, 2017
A superb Cal Murphy story that has you wanting more and wondering if the bad guy will get caught. A pro basketball player is found dead and the hunt is on to find the killer. Another hit for this author
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