Game Of Nines

Premise
A taunting note—“I have just committed the perfect murder… catch me in a week or I’ll vanish and strike again in nine years”—pulls FBI agent Sarah Cole into a secret, decades-running puzzle known as the Game of Nines. It’s a killer high-concept: a ticking clock and a generational cold case woven together.

What works

• Audio-first thrills. This is a true audio drama (not a straight audiobook), so expect cinematic sound design—sirens, footsteps, room tone—that makes the chase feel tactile and propulsive.

• Star power that pays off. The production leans on performances from Shailene Woodley and Morena Baccarin, whose delivery gives the script weight and momentum. Their presence helps sell the “this is bigger than one case” stakes without over-exposition.

• Relentless pacing. Patterson’s trademark short, punchy scenes translate well to audio: fast transitions, frequent cliffhangers, and just enough clue-dropping to keep you second-guessing your suspects.

• Clean hook & mythology. The every-nine-years rule is simple, memorable, and eerie. It gives the story a ritualistic feel that elevates it above a standard cat-and-mouse.

Content Warnings: Murder, Suicide, Violence