Cross (Alex Cross, #12)
by James Patterson
Cross by James Patterson holds a well received rating of 3.99 out of 5, based on 42.5K reader ratings. First published in 2006. The book spans 393 pages.
About Cross
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.From the man USA TODAY has called the "master of the genre," CROSS is the high-velocity thriller James Patterson and Alex Cross's fans have waited years to read - and the pinnacle of the bestselling detective series of the past two decades.This novel was originally published under the title Cross. The movie tie-in editions are published under the title Alex Cross. (less)
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | James Patterson |
| Published | 2006 |
| Pages | 393 |
| Genres | Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense |
| Average Rating | 3.99 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 42,476 |
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What genre is Cross?
Cross is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is Cross worth reading?
Based on 42.5K reader ratings, Cross has an average score of 3.99 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Cross?
Cross has 393 pages.
Who wrote Cross?
Cross was written by James Patterson. It was first published in 2006.
What is the ISBN for Cross?
The ISBN-13 for Cross is 9780316159790.0.
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