Private Berlin

Dark Secrets Lurk in the Heart of Berlin

Private Berlin by James Patterson, co-written with Mark Sullivan and published in 2013 by Arrow Books, is a chilling and high-stakes thriller from the internationally bestselling Private series. Set in one of Europe’s most haunting cities, this gripping novel delivers suspense, action, and shocking revelations at every turn.

A Top Investigator Vanishes—and the Truth is Terrifying

When Chris Schneider, one of Private Berlin’s top agents, disappears, his colleague and former lover Mattie Engel is determined to find him. But what she uncovers is more than just a missing persons case—it's a descent into a horrifying world of murder, childhood trauma, and long-buried secrets. As Mattie follows Chris’s last steps, she begins to realize he had been investigating something—and someone—far more dangerous than anyone imagined.

Fast-Paced, Gritty, and Unforgettable

Patterson and Sullivan masterfully weave multiple plotlines into a taut, adrenaline-fueled narrative. With a backdrop steeped in Berlin’s troubled past, Private Berlin explores the shadows that history casts—and the monsters that still walk among us.

Perfect for Thriller Fans and Patterson Loyalists

This standalone entry in the Private series is perfect for readers who love intense psychological thrillers, international intrigue, and relentless pacing from the first page to the last.