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Cross (Alex Cross, Bk 12)
Author: James Patterson

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Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
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ISBN-13: 9780446619059 - ISBN-10: 0446619051
Publication Date: 2007
Pages: 400

Book Description:
Alex Cross was a rising star in the Washington, DC, Police Department when an unknown shooter gunned down his wife, Maria, in front of him. The killer was never found, and the case turned cold, filed among the unsolved drive-bys in D.C.'s rough neighborhoods.

Years later, still haunted by his wife's death, Cross is making a bold move in his life. Now a free agent from the police and the FBI, he's set up practice as a psychologist once again. His life with Nana Mama, Damon, Jannie, and little Alex is finally getting in order. He even has a chance at a new love.

Then Cross's former partner, John Sampson, calls in a favor. He is tracking a serial rapist in Georgetown, one whose brutal modus operandi recalls a case Sampson and Cross worked together years earlier. When the case reveals a connection to Maria's death, Cross latches on for the most urgent and terrifying ride of his life.

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Lisa N. wrote on 10/13/2007...

3 member(s) found this review helpful.

This was a great read! I found myself staying up till 2am to finish it and when I did, I was bummed there were no pages left to turn!

Marian C. (cakrafter) wrote on 9/24/2007...

3 member(s) found this review helpful.

His books just keep getting better and better. This one kept me glued. A must read for all Patterson fans.

Greg B. (99today) wrote on 12/27/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

This book takes us back to where it all started. If you like Alex Cross - you will love the pieces this book fills in.

This is Patterson at his best.

Anitha P. (xmasgrl) wrote on 10/17/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

suspenseful...another good Alex Cross book. Nice for a rainy day.


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James V. (satman) wrote on 9/18/2009...


good... story of wife's death

Jennifer W. (GeniusJen) wrote on 9/13/2009...


Having been a long-time fan of the Alex Cross series, I was eager to open up my copy of CROSS. A lot of what I love about the series and Patterson's writing were inside the pages of this book: short chapters, straight-to-the-point dialogue, a fast-moving plot. The only problem is that the plot, in general, left me wanting to yell at someone.

I can overlook the fact that Alex Cross's wife apparently didn't die the way he had originally stated. I can even overlook the fact that after fourteen years and several other relationships (one that even ended in producing a son), Alex now seems obsessed with "getting over" his long-dead wife.

What I couldn't overlook was the fact that with this book, besides being a detailed description of his wife's murder and Alex's new committment to finding her killer, there's not a whole lot else there. The Alex in this book is moody, melancholy, and totally anti-Alex Cross to the point that I wasn't even sure, halfway through the book, that I was reading about the same character.

He's not the only one, though. His children, his friends, and even dear old Nana Mama are all acting out of character--and not in good ways.

Sure, the "mystery and suspense" part of the story is a pretty good one. Patteron's writing style is always a welcome change to me.

CROSS, though, is one Alex Cross story I could have done without.

Patricia T. (PrincessTy) wrote on 9/10/2009...


Great book! Fast moving! I now want to read all of the Alex Cross mysteries!

Colette B. (gracy66) wrote on 8/10/2009...


This book is definitely not one of Patterson's best. The plot is weak and the characters are over developed. There were no unexpected twists and turns which was very disappointing.

Dana (daedelys) wrote on 8/8/2009...


Patterson may not be a fancy writer, but he's great when it comes to telling a story. This one is interesting and exciting without getting ridiculous and unbelievable when it comes to side-stories involving someone's personal life.
Granted, Alex does have some drama with Nana though, because she hates that he puts himself in danger due to his job. Truthfully, her character has irritated me more often than not because of this. I highly doubt she would tell another person in the same job to not come to her rescue if he had a family at home. (Sadly, if her character ever does leave the series, I don't think I'd miss her.)

In this one we find out about the man believed to be responsible for killing Cross's late wife. It's definitely a page-turner and a fast read because it's hard to put down (plus it has really short chapters and average-sized print.)


Robin M. (robinmy) wrote on 7/17/2009...


For the sake of his family, Alex Cross has left the FBI and become full-time psychologist. But when his former partner has him to help track a serial rapist, Alex is shocked when the case triggers a connectoin to his wife's murder.

I thought this was one of the better stories in the Alex Cross series. Lots of suspense. My rating: 4 Stars.

Al S. wrote on 2/15/2009...


Good Read

Robyn S. (Lucyfan50) wrote on 1/30/2009...


James Patterson is always suspenseful and readable. This is Mr. Patterson's Alex Cross series of books and one I particularly enjoy. I try to wait for the paperback but have not yet been able to do it. A page turner, and quick read if you like suspense/mystery.

Crystal S. (Crystaleva) wrote on 11/29/2008...


I love these books with Alex Cross. I found this one very intriguing and kept me thinking until the last page. It takes you through all the emotions and back again.

Karen H. (KarenILMom) wrote on 11/25/2008...


One of the best Alex Cross books.


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