Alex Cross’s Trial (Alex Cross, #15)
by James Patterson, Richard DiLallo
Alex Cross's Trial by James Patterson, Richard DiLallo holds a well received rating of 3.92 out of 5, based on 17.7K reader ratings. First published in 2009. The book spans 380 pages.
About Alex Cross's Trial
Separated by timeFrom his grandmother, Alex Cross has heard the story of his great uncle Abraham and his struggles for survival in the era of the Ku Klux Klan. Now, Alex passes the family tale along to his own children in a novel he's written--a novel called Trial.
Connected by blood
As a lawyer in turn-of-the-century Washington D.C., Ben Corbett represents the toughest cases. Fighting against oppression and racism, he risks his family and his life in the process. When President Roosevelt asks Ben to return to his home town to investigate rumors of the resurgence of the Ku Klux Klan there, he cannot refuse.
United by bravery
When he arrives in Eudora, Mississippi, Ben meets the wise Abraham Cross and his beautiful granddaughter, Moody. Ben enlists their help, and the two Crosses introduce him to the hidden side of the idyllic Southern town. Lynchings have become commonplace and residents of the town's black quarter live in constant fear. Ben aims to break the reign of terror--but the truth of who is really behind it could break his heart.Written in the fearless voice of Detective Alex Cross, Alex Cross's Trial is a gripping story of murder, love, and, above all, bravery.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | James Patterson, Richard DiLallo |
| Published | 2009 |
| Pages | 380 |
| Genres | Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.92 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 17,655 |
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What genre is Alex Cross's Trial?
Alex Cross's Trial is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is Alex Cross's Trial worth reading?
Based on 17.7K reader ratings, Alex Cross's Trial has an average score of 3.92 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Alex Cross's Trial?
Alex Cross's Trial has 380 pages.
Who wrote Alex Cross's Trial?
Alex Cross's Trial was written by James Patterson, Richard DiLallo. It was first published in 2009.
What is the ISBN for Alex Cross's Trial?
The ISBN-13 for Alex Cross's Trial is 9780316070620.0.
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