I think that this is a solid book that has a good beginning fair middle. This book is about alex cross who investigates a murder that takes him all over the world. Alex cross is a crime, mystery, and thriller novel series written by james patterson. Cross country by james patterson overview when the home of alex cross s oldest friend, ellie cox, is turned into the worst murder scene alex has ever seen, the destruction leads him to believe that hes chasing a horrible new breed of killer. This riveting story shows the reader a side a more vulnerable side of alex cross then one is accustomed. Alex cross confessions daniel x detective harriet blue honeymoon i funny maximum ride michael bennett middle school. As alex and siegel battle over jurisdiction, the murders continueand they wont stop until cross and his family are gone for good. According to the library journal it was the second most borrowed fiction book in united states libraries in 2009. From the man usa today has called the master of the genre, cross is the highvelocity thriller james patterson and alex crosss fans have waited years to readand the pinnacle of the bestselling detective series of the past two decades. Cross country by james patterson overdrive rakuten.
James patterson is the worlds bestselling author and most trusted storyteller. Cross country by james patterson, first edition abebooks. Crosss former partner, john sampson is tracking a serial rapist in georgetown, one whose brutal modus operandi recalls a case sampson and cross worked. The way cross kept going back for more torture, when he had already miraculously missed being murdered more than once, was not believable to me. According to the library journal it was the second most borrowed fiction book in. Some of the details were a little longwinded but i couldnt put this book down until i finished it. Cross country 14 by james patterson 2009, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. There are gang leaders for hire all through nigeria and especially in sudan. From alex cross to the womens murder club series, patterson has been writing gripping fiction. Extremely popular worldwide, james patterson has sold over 230 million books. As in previous books, cross is expected to deal with the worst kind of criminal, but here, the images evoked are.
This is the alex cross book youll wish james patterson hadnt written. When the crimes hit close to home, he must hunt down the source. If you love james pattersons books you need the most comprehensive book list available, which includes a check list, alternative titles, page counts, movie adaptations, coauthors, star ratings, and a host of other features, plus. He is the author of the alex cross novels, the most popular detective series of the past twentyfive years, including kiss the girls and along came a spider. When the home of alex crosss oldest friend, ellie cox, is turned into the worst murder scene alex has ever seen, the destruction leads him to believe that hes chasing a horrible new breed of.
Details about cross country james patterson e book. Written by james patterson, audiobook narrated by peter j. The adaptation of the middle school novel by patterson for middle grade students came out in theaters in 2016. Cross country unprotected and alone, alex cross is chasing a horrible new breed of killer. About the author james patterson is one of the bestknown and biggestselling writers of all time. James pattersons alex cross series hachette book group. This novel was published on november 17, 2008 and was a number 1.
In cross country, alex cross travels to africa and learns more about the association of the death of an old friend and the foriegn trade industry. Alex cross series in 1993, james patterson released his 8th book along came a spider which introduced the world to detective alex cross. Cross country alex cross by james patterson and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The story actually starts from the pointofview of michael sean sullivan. Since his first novel won the edgar award in 1977 james patterson s books have sold more than 300 million copies. If you are the publisher or author of this book and feel that the. James pattersons novel, cross was a great book overall. These brutal men and their groupsoften made up of boys as young as tenhave an unlimited appetite for violence and sadism. Cross country james patterson page 3 read online free books. Cross country by james patterson overview when the home of alex crosss oldest friend, ellie cox, is turned into the worst murder scene alex has ever seen, the destruction leads him to believe that hes chasing a horrible new breed of killer. To continue reading, get the full word biography in james patterson books in order. Cross country alex cross, book 14 by james patterson book cover, description, publication history. I was left unsure on the patterson cross dynamic after kill alex cross but the fact i read this thoroughly in 24 hours in front of the other 400 books i have to read must say something for how much i have enjoyed how these novels are created and presented. From the author time magazine has called the man who cant miss, cross country is the most breathtaking, heartstopping, electrifing alex cross thriller yet.
I enjoy james patterson books, however cross country was horrible not only did i dislike the book, the reader was also horrible. Bestseller pattersons 14th alex cross thriller doesnt follow up on the plot threads left dangling in 2007s double cross concerning stillon. Written by the wellknown mystery author james patterson, the alex cross books are among the most popular mystery series written to date, many of which have been made into acclaimed movies, including kiss the girls with morgan freeman playing alex cross and ashley judd. Pattersons writing career is characterized by a single mission. Csupporting characters include two of crosss children, damon, and janelle, as well as his grandmother nana mama. Cross country by james patterson, 9780446536301, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Cross country by patterson, james and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Since his first novel won the edgar award in 1977 james pattersons books have sold more than 300 million copies. He writes fulltime and lives in florida with his family. He is the author of some of the most popular series of the past decade the alex cross, womens. The role of main character alex cross was also taken up, played by tyler perry in the 2012 film titled alex cross. Only then did i mention the cia officers who had shown up at the first murder scene.
Homicide detective alex cross teams up with his wife to beat a d. The book was adapted into a film starring morgan freeman in 2001. Cross country is the 14th novel in the alex cross series by james patterson. It also reminds the reader that the horror of the crimes battled in dc by dr. When the home of alex crosss oldest friend, ellie cox, is turned into the worst murder scene alex has ever seen, the destruction leads him to believe that hes.
The only one i have read where the violence really does feel gratuitous. Currently, there are 28 main books in the series, with the latest one, the people vs. Ive read all the womens murder club series and now focusing on the alex cross series. Chapter 45 chapter 46 chapter 47 chapter 48 chapter 49 chapter 50 chapter 51. The only james patterson book i have given up on, and wont complete. Since his first novel won the edgar award in 1977 james pattersons books have sold more than 240 million copies. You didnt seem to remember every characters story, but you were given just enough information to understand what ideas each character stands for. This novel was published on november 17, 2008 and was a number 1 nyt bestseller. The complete series list for alex cross james patterson. Since his first novel won the edgar award in 1977 james patterson s books have sold more than 240 million copies. C supporting characters include two of cross s children, damon, and janelle, as well as his grandmother nana.
Cross country lost me i love the patterson books and the alex cross books, but this one was way too different and too out there. Cross country alex cross book 14 and millions of other books are available for instant access. After shots pierce the tranquil nighttime calm of rock creek park, a man is dead. Cross country alex cross series by james patterson. When the home of alex crosss longtime friend ellie cox is turned. I love alex cross books, but this is by far the best one. Unprotected and alone in a strange country, bombarded on all sides by the murderous threats of the tiger, alex must draw on his fiercest instincts just to survive in a lawless world. James patterson is the worlds bestselling author, best known for his many enduring fictional characters and series, including alex cross, the womens murder club, michael bennett, maximum ride, middle school, i funny, and jacky haha.
See the complete alex cross series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. In it, cross is a naive, bumbling moron who lurches from one incredibly bad decision to the next, never stopping for an instant to ponder what could go wrong. With a supercharged blend of action, deception, and suspense, cross fire is james pattersons most visceral and exciting alex cross novel ever. The series focuses on metropolitan police department detective and father alex cross as he faces threats to his family and the city of washington, d. Fictiondb is committed to providing the best possible fiction reference information. Cross country by james patterson little, brown and company. The whole thing feels like a formula, sausage machine effort, where someone has randomly suggested that alex cross needs to go abroad to refresh the franchise. Cross s former partner, john sampson is tracking a serial rapist in georgetown, one whose brutal modus. James patterson reveals his concerns for the people throughout the world and used cross country and alex cross to ensure his readers do not remain in the dark. The story actually starts from the pointofview of michael sean sullivan, also known as the butcher. The fact that james was able to incorporate important information on all of the characters in a quick manor. I saw this book in a charity shop yesterday and the hardback edition cost me a measly 33 pence. James patterson s novel, cross was a great book overall. James patterson has had more new york times bestsellers than any other writer, ever, according to guinness world records.
I would recommend this to any alex cross or james patterson fan. James patterson booklist james patterson message board. If you have any issues with the site, please dont hesitate to contact us. The latest installment in the alex cross series by james patterson opens up in nineteen ninetythree when he was just thirty one years old. When the home of alex cross s oldest friend, ellie cox, is turned into the worst murder scene alex has ever seen, the destruction leads him to believe that hes chasing a horrible new breed of. Alex crosss character was made out to be a wimp, and if i hear another reference to mommanana or what ever her name is in the book, i will simply not listen nor read, james pattersons book andor future books, featuring alex cross. When the home of alex crosss oldest friend, ellie cox, is turned into the worst murder scene alex has ever seen, the destruction leads him to believe that hes chasing his most dangerous enemy yet. You didnt seem to remember every characters story, but you were given just enough information to. James patterson cross country is the 14th installment in the series featuring alex cross. Cross country alex cross, book 14 by james patterson. James patterson books in order alex cross books in order. Cross pale in comparison to the atrocities committed in darfur depicted in spellbinding detail by james patterson. Find the best james patterson books hachette book group.
He has created many enduring fictional characters and series, including alex cross, the womens murder club, michael bennett, maximum ride, middle school, and i funny. Bookshots an alex cross thriller by patterson, james book the. When the home of alex cross s oldest friend, ellie cox, is turned into the worst murder scene alex has ever seen, the destruction leads him to believe that hes chasing his most dangerous enemy yet. He is known for writing captivating stories with a twist that his fans cannot get enough of. Alex cross series in order james patterson fictiondb. In 1993, james patterson released his 8th book along came a spider which introduced the world to detective alex cross. James patterson is the best selling american author of many thriller novels. From the man usa today has called the master of the genre, cross is the highvelocity thriller james patterson and alex cross s fans have waited years to readand the pinnacle of the bestselling detective series of the past two decades.
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