Product guide

The Final Target by Nora Roberts

The Final Target is a thriller about a debut novelist whose growing connection with an admirer turns threatening. The listing credits Nora Roberts, while its supplied plot description centres on author Arden Bowie and a fan named Dustin. At 432 pages, this English-language paperback is a substantial read, and customer feedback reports an engaging, suspenseful story alongside mixed views on pacing.

At a glance

The supplied plot follows novelist Arden Bowie as a persistent fan crosses boundaries after her debut appearance.
Listed as a Nora Roberts novel and published by Piatkus.
The listing gives a 432-page print length in English.

Price

£16.00Save 27%

Reference price: ~~£22.00~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The supplied premise combines a writer’s public appearances with the unsettling attention of an admirer.
Customer feedback highlights suspense and characters, which may suit readers looking for a character-led thriller.

Technical specifications

8 specifications

Publication
Publisher	Piatkus
Publication date	26 May 2026
Language	English
Print length	432 pages
ISBN-10	0349446318
ISBN-13	978-0349446318

Dimensions and installation
Weight listed	650 g
Dimensions	15.2 x 3.8 x 23.8 cm

What to know before buying

The product details give a publication date of 26 May 2026. Confirm the selected edition and its availability if buying ahead of publication.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Readers looking for a contemporary thriller about a novelist and a threatening admirer.
Nora Roberts readers interested in a suspense-focused story with character and setting elements.

Less suited to

Readers who need consistently brisk pacing, since customer feedback reports mixed reactions and some find the story slow.

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 16,323 ratings

5 stars79%79%
4 stars13%13%
3 stars6%6%
2 stars1%1%
1 star1%1%

Customer feedback describes an engaging, suspenseful story with appealing characters and a family-and-town setting, and some readers say it held their attention through to the end. Pacing is a point of mixed reaction, with some finding it slow. That makes the response most relevant to readers who value characters and atmosphere as much as momentum. Aggregate ratings are broadly favourable, but they do not resolve those differences in reading experience.

Positive themes

Readers highlight the engaging story and characters.
Feedback mentions suspense and an involving family-and-town setting.

Mixed feedback

Pacing receives mixed feedback, with some readers finding the story slow.

Frequently asked questions

What is The Final Target about?

The supplied description follows debut novelist Arden Bowie, whose repeated encounters with fan Dustin become troubling after she meets him for coffee.

Who is listed as the author?

The listing’s customer summary identifies it as a Nora Roberts novel, while the product title and publication details do not show a separate author field.

How long is the book?

The listed print length is 432 pages.

When is the listed publication date?

The product details state 26 May 2026. Check the edition details if the date matters to your purchase.