This is another of James Patterson's older titles. I am digging through the old ones since everyone says they are better than the new ones that have been coming out. Generally I like them.

The main character for this one is a cop named John Stefanovich. He is a different kind of hero since he is confronted with living life in a wheelchair. He has looked into the possibility of corrective surgery, but it seems like doctors are indicated that there is a greater chance of causing more harm, leading to his being a quadriplegic.

In his current case, Stefanovich is on the hunt of Alexandre St. Germain, a "wet" worker (or assassin) that has close ties to a secret society called the Midnight Club. The membership is made up of high ranking criminals from all across the world. They like to parade themselves as being honest and respectable, but they are really ruthless people willing to do what ever it takes to get money and power.

What makes the investigation so interesting is that Stefanovich owes his handicap to St. Germain. He actually lost the use of his legs when he was shot by St. Germain. Their history is even deeper as the French-born criminal is also responsible for the death of Stefanovich's wife.

Stefanovich finds help in his search from Sarah McGinniss, a bestselling author of true crime. They quickly learn that they make a good investigative team ... as well as being romantic partners.

The book definitely has all the elements that have made Patterson such a popular author.