I confess it has been quite some time since I cracked open a James Patterson book. As I recall there was a time that I quite enjoyed his books. There might still be a niche in his catalog that would suit my taste--he has certainly been prolific in my absence. Perhaps I will give his upcoming collaboration with J. D. Barker (really enjoyed Barkers's 4MK triology) a spin. This one is unfortunately not for me--don't get me wrong--it is fast paced and easily readable....but...19 year old know it all rookies...who just have to have sexual relations with their much older superior officer...very hard to stomach.