When Harlan Coben brings Myron Bolitar and Windsor Horne Lockwood III back together, you know you’re in for a wild, heart-pounding ride. Think Twice, the twelfth installment in the Myron Bolitar series, proves once again why Coben sits comfortably at the top of the thriller genre. Fast-paced, emotional, and deeply human, this novel captures everything fans love about the duo and then some.
The Plot: When the Dead Refuse to Stay Dead
Myron Bolitar, former basketball star turned sports agent, is barely back in business when two federal agents walk into his office with a shocking question: where is Greg Downing? The catch? Greg, a former NBA player and one of Myron’s earliest clients, has been dead for three years.
Soon, Myron and his ever-loyal (and delightfully dangerous) friend Win find themselves neck-deep in a tangled web involving murder, deception, and a chilling question did Greg somehow fake his death, or are they chasing a ghost? Each new clue pulls them further into a dark labyrinth of secrets where the truth feels just out of reach.
Characters That Age, Evolve, and Stay Real
One of the most remarkable aspects of Think Twice is how Coben allows his characters to grow older with dignity and vulnerability. Myron and Win are not the same men they were a decade ago. There’s wisdom, weariness, and even fragility in their friendship. Myron notices the small ways time has changed Win, and it hits with surprising poignancy.
Longtime readers will appreciate seeing familiar faces return Esperanza, Big Cyndi, Therese, Ellen, and Al all make appearances that feel like warm reunions for fans who’ve been following the series for years.
A Masterclass in Suspense and Emotion
From the very first page, Coben grips you tight and refuses to let go. As reviewer Mandy White beautifully put it, this is the kind of book that makes “the world stop for a while.” You’ll want to cancel plans and read it in one sitting.
Linzie from Suspense is Thrilling Me described it perfectly Think Twice delivers “edge-of-your-seat action, a vivid, adrenaline-pumping climax, and giggle-worthy dialogue.” The balance between danger and humor is pitch-perfect. Myron and Win’s banter remains one of the sharpest in modern crime fiction, providing needed levity amid the tension.
The structure of the story with intermittent chapters from the killer’s perspective adds a chilling undercurrent. You’ll find yourself both intrigued and uneasy as the pieces begin to fit together. And just when you think you’ve figured it out, Coben pulls the rug out from under you in a twist that feels inevitable yet shocking.
New Readers Welcome, Old Fans Rewarded
If you’re new to the Myron Bolitar universe, rest assured you can enjoy Think Twice as a standalone. Coben weaves in just enough background to help you follow along. But longtime fans will tell you: once you’ve met Myron and Win, you’ll want to go back and start from the very beginning. The emotional payoff is far greater when you’ve journeyed with them through every heartbreak and every case.
Final Thoughts
Think Twice is Harlan Coben at his absolute best a blend of razor-sharp plotting, emotional resonance, and unforgettable characters. It’s both a thrilling mystery and a touching reflection on aging, friendship, and the ghosts of the past.
As one reviewer said, the ending leaves you speechless. It’s the kind of story that reminds you why you fell in love with reading thrillers in the first place.
⭐ Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
If you’re a fan of clever twists, witty banter, and deeply human storytelling, Think Twice is a must-read.
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