No one sees her. But she sees everything.
By James Patterson
From New York Times bestselling author James Patterson, an undercover FBI agent investigates a family with suspected ties to organized crime – by posing as their live-in nanny.
No one sees her, but she sees everything. Elinor Gilbert was once a young woman with a thriving career at the FBI.
Now, decades past solving crimes with the bureau, she has become personally and professionally forgettable.
The undercover mission begins
Which is exactly what her former FBI boss needs. He disguises Elinor as a middle-aged nanny and casts her as an agent on the inside of his investigation. The target is a New York art dealer suspected of ties to organised crime. As Elinor assumes her role, she relies on her skills, discretion and experience. In The Invisible Woman, anonymity is her superpower, allowing her to move unnoticed while observing everyone around her.
But as Elinor pushes toward the truth, her greatest strength – being invisible – slowly becomes a dangerous flaw. The more the invisible woman integrates into her “host” family, the more dangerously memorable she becomes. Her presence begins to leave subtle impressions that complicate the mission.
The Invisible Woman highlights how an unseen observer can wield immense influence, sometimes without realising it. In addition, her growing attachment to the family blurs lines between duty and emotion.
Each revelation brings new risks. The stakes heighten as the investigation continues, and Elinor must navigate carefully to maintain her cover. Patterson’s The Invisible Woman captures this tension and the complexity of balancing secrecy with human connection.
About the author
James Patterson is one of the best-known and biggest-selling writers of all time. Among his creations are some of the world’s most popular series, including Alex Cross, the Women’s Murder Club, Michael Bennett and the Private novels.
He has written many other number one bestsellers, including collaborations with President Bill Clinton and Dolly Parton, stand-alone thrillers and non-fiction. James has donated millions in grants to independent bookshops and has been the most borrowed adult author in UK libraries for the past fourteen years in a row. He lives in Florida with his family.
- PUBLISHER | Penguin Random House SA |
- ISBN | 9781529953800 |
- Recommended Retail Price | R395.00 |
- Classification | Thriller |
