Nov, 2017 for the twentyfifth book in james pattersons megapopular series, detective alex cross is put on trial. On home territory once more after the horrors of the kiss the girls case, detective alex cross faces his most harrowing challenge. For the first time in his illustrious career, alex cross is on the wrong side of the law after being charged with murder following an onthejob shooting. With relentless danger around every corner, detective alex cross is hunting down a kidnapper. Christine, is alexs onetimegirlfriend and exfiance. I like this character, because he is so different from the typical detectives in most crime novels. Cross first appeared in the novel called along came a spider published in 1993 in 2001 the novel was filmed by lee tamahori with morgan freeman in the lead role. I, alex cross by james patterson 2009, hcdj bk 16 alex. James patterson is the creator and the author of the alex cross series. Alex cross s first case since joining the fbi has his new colleagues baffled. There are nearly 20 books in the alex cross series now and 11 in the womens murder club. From 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. Just below the master list you will find alex cross books in order as well as pattersons other series.
James patterson is the worlds bestselling author and most trusted storyteller. This is the order of alex cross books in both chronological order and publication order. Alex s son ali is eager to follow in his fathers footsteps as a detective, but when his best friend goes missing, what price will he have to pay to. List verified daily and newest books added immediately. Three electrifying thrillers with alex cross, michael bennett, and the womens murder club. An alex cross story an anonymous caller has promised to set off deadly bombs in washington, dc. About the book the presidents children have been kidnapped. Author james patterson introduced the alex cross character in 1993, with the first book in the series,along came a spider. James pattersons blockbuster alex cross series has sold over 100 million copiesand now hes bringing those thrills to a new generation. In the books works with the mpd as a special consultant to the major case squad.
It stars alex cross, an extremely intelligent africanamerican forensic psychologist and detective. Alex cross is the lead character in the alex cross series of novels by novelist james. Time remaining kenm away team score play team indicator home team score denm game score team indicator play. Alex crosss first case since joining the fbi has his new colleagues baffled. Cross s former partner, john sampson is tracking a serial rapist in georgetown, one whose brutal modus. Its been a long time since i read an entire book in a single day, but as i think about it, im pretty sure the last time it happened it was a book in this longrunning series featuring washington, d. Ive read every single alex cross novel, which i always looked forward to getting after reading the first book in the alex cross series, along. Alex cross tv series in the works at amazon exclusive. Alex cross encounters his most explosive case ever as a d. Alex cross is a crime, mystery, and thriller novel series written by james patterson.
Cross also published as alex cross kindle edition by. This book is the first book in the series and it is such a welcome change. Alex does everything he can but is shunted to the fringes. We will also group his titles by the coauthors in case you like books written by specific cowriters. This also marks the latest collaboration between amazon, skydance, and paramount on a series based on a book. The complete series list for alex cross james patterson. Cross by james patterson, first edition abebooks passion for books. When his cousin is accused of a heinous crime, alex cross returns to his north carolina hometown for the first time in over three decades. The 10 best alex cross books by james patterson novel suspects. Alex cross is the fictional character created by james patterson, and is a detective slash psychologist based in washington. Jan 22, 2020 james pattersons alex cross could soon be coming to the small screen. Unprotected and alone, alex cross is chasing a horrible new breed of killer. The presidents son and daughter have been abducted from their school an impossible crime, but somehow the kidnapper has done it.
Hes been writing away ever since with about 100 books to his name. The thomas berryman number, which was published in 1976, is the first book james patterson had published. Tyler perry then played him in the film alex cross, which was released in 2012. First in the alex cross thriller series and revolving around alex, a washington d. On november 25, 2019, james patterson published ali cross, the first novel in the ali cross series.
It follows on directly from the cliffhanger that ended cross my heart, so cannot really be read without reading that book first. See the complete alex cross series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. It wasnt until almost the end that along came a spider started to more closely resemble th. He published several more novels before his first alex cross book along came a spider in 1993, including the jericho commandment 1979, virgin 1980, black market 1986, the midnight club 1989, and the day america told the truth 1991. Cat and mouse just as alex cross is beginning to feel that life is good and he is.
James patterson expands the alex cross legacy in his new series, featuring alexs son, ali. Alex cross being one of the first to attend the scene and investigate the crime. Ive read every single alex cross novel, which i always looked forward to getting after reading the first book in the alex cross series, along came a spider, first published back in 1992. These people are not being taken for ransom, alex realises. In cat and mouse she begins dating him and the two fall in love with each other. This is a series of young adult novels featuring ali cross, the son of alex cross in a spinoff from that series. Criss cross by james patterson is the 27th installment in the bestselling series of alex cross books. James pattersons alex cross books in order fantastic fiction. Alex cross s first case since joining the fbi has his new colleagues perplexed. Alex cross battles the most ruthless and powerful killer he has ever encountered. 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. My takethis is one of the few stories in which the movie adaptation is better.
When his cousin is accused of a heinous crime, alex cross returns to his north. Damon and janelle were the first to be born, born to maria cross damon is the oldestwhile ali alex jr. The role of main character alex cross was also taken up, played by tyler perry in the 2012 film titled alex cross. Criss cross book description in a virginia penitentiary, alex cross and his partner, john sampson, witness the execution of a killer they helped convict.
Kiss the girls alex cross is about to be thrust into a case with two killers. The only way detective alex cross is one of the first on the scene of the biggest case hes ever been part of. The release date of this novel was november 25, 2019. It has taken years of planning and patience, but he is finally in the perfect position to strike. Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. James pattersons alex cross series hachette book group. He is the protagonist of the series of books about a former fbi agent and psychologist who works in washington, d. The 9th novel in james pattersons alex cross series. It features the aforementioned soneji and his abduction of several young women. Begin with along came a spider and end with the latest blockbuster book. When the home of alex crosss oldest friend, ellie cox, is turned into the worst murder scene.
The novel was released in hardcover, paperback, and audio book on november 15, 2010. Cross had been a cop then, and the story jumps ahead to his career move to the fbi, after which an altercation with his grandmother prompts him to change careers again. Here is the list of all the james patterson alex cross books in order for his. Cross fire is the 17th book of james pattersons alex cross series.
A stand alone book and classic american suspense novel the thomas berryman number. The adaptation of the middle school novel by patterson for middle grade students came out in theaters in 2016. The film alex cross was based on the book cross, which was released in 2006 and is the 12th novel in the alex cross series. We believe theres nothing better than reading books, so whether youre looking for new young adult releases 2020, new fantasy releases 2020, new romance novels 2020, or any other book genre. This is when the popular and thrilling debut novel in the. Alex cross is a specialist in forensic psychology, originally working for the washington dc police department and later as an fbi senior agent. Across the country, men and women are kidnapped in broad daylight and then disappear completely. However, theres a shadowy figure that is using the cia, fbi, and the secret service to stop him from being involved in the case and shedding light on. 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.
We bring you s of the latest upcoming book releases so you have more time to plan your next good read. He has been publishing books since the 1970s, but it was his first book about former fbi agent and washington, d. James patterson has been going ever since 1976 with the thomas berryman number. His first novel published in the series was 1993s along came a spider. Signed by james patterson on the title page, first printing of the first alex cross novel, the book has been read slightly cocked with tiny bumps to the boards and a bit of toning to the pages, the dust jacket is not priceclipped but does have a few wrinkles and edge wear. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. The newest book is criss cross and was released on november, 19th 2019. Parents need to know that ali cross is the first book in a new middlegrade mystery series by bestselling author james patterson, featuring the son of pattersons adultdetective series, alex cross. Variety has learned exclusively that amazon is currently developing an alex cross tv series, based on the novels starrin. Ali is aspiring to be a detective like his dad, alex cross so you not only get the sons alis point of view, but the fathers alexs point of view as well. Following the success of his last cross novel, target.
Csupporting characters include two of cross s children, damon, and janelle, as well as his grandmother nana mama. Kill alex cross alex cross is one of the first on the scene of the biggest case hes ever been part of. Alex cross is a fictional character created by author james patterson. Mar 9, 2018 i, alex cross by james patterson 2009, hcdj bk 16 alex cross series 1st ed stay safe and healthy. Alex cross, run alex cross series by james patterson and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. There doesnt seem to be an upcoming book in the alex cross series.
This is a complete list of every book james patterson has written in order, and separated by series or character. What is the name of james pattersons first published novel. Across the country, men and women are being kidnapped in broad daylight and then disappearing completely. Welcome to, the ultimate site for book release dates and new novel releases. When the crimes hit close to home, he must hunt down the source. A dangerous sociopath is out to commit the crime of the century.
Top 10 best novels by james patterson with alex cross. In pop goes the weasel, she gives birth to ali, while being held by geoffrey shaffer. He is the first author to be on the best selling list for children and adult books at the same time. Named after muhammad ali and using cassius play as his online avatar, alis determined to follow in his fathers crimesolving footsteps. Detective alex cross and brees wedding plans are put on hold when alex is called to the scene of the perfectly. Alex cross s first case since joining the fbi has his new colleagues stymied. In the novel, kyle craig has come back for one final scare to finally kill alex cross, but alex has a special day ahead of him, one that concerns bree and his relationship. James pattersons greatest detectives together for the first time. Find each one of bestselling author james pattersons incredible alex cross series thriller books in reverse chronological order from. Along came a spider is the first book in the alex cross series. In 1993, james patterson released his 8th book along came a spider which introduced the world to detective alex cross. James patterson published his very first book in 1976. James patterson new releases, 2020 books book release dates.
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. James pattersons alex cross series books in order hachette. In pop goes the weasel she is kidnapped for over a year. Patterson has written 21 novels in the popular alex cross series. Alex cross series in 1993, james patterson released his 8th book along came a spider which introduced the world to detective alex cross. Here now james patterson books in chronological order. Alex cross is a former washington dc cop and fbi agent where he worked as a profiler. What is the chronological order of the alex cross books. This is a full list of james patterson books in order.
My absolute favorite books are the alex cross and the womens murder club series. 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. James pattersons alex cross books in order dead good. The first book to feature the character of alex cross is along came a spider, which was first released in 1993, and made into a film starring morgan freeman in the lead role in 2001.
In kill alex cross 2011, the two children of the president of the united states have been kidnapped, with det. The story begins when alex cross idyllic life is shattered by the hit man who murders his wife. Below is the order of all of the alex cross novels. Along came a spider is the first novel in the alex cross series. The first alex cross book, james pattersons books fly off the shelves and his alex cross series is a tasked by the desperate first lady with finding her children, cross is racing against. James patterson alex cross books in order mystery sequels. Alex cross, one of his bestreceived books set in that universe in years, patterson will bring back his hero for another goaround this fall. Since then, readers got 22 novels with alex cross in the lead role. Alex cross battles the most ruthless and powerful killer he has ever encountereda predator known only as the wolf. When i was a kid growing up, my grandparents had a small restaurant and the cook was an africanamerican woman who eventually moved into our house. Currently, there are 28 main books in the series, with the latest one, the people vs. If you are looking for a jumping off point, i would recommend starting with the first book in either of those series. She first appeared in jack and jill where her husband is killed and she meets alex. The water supply for washington dc has been poisoned.
Alex cross series in order james patterson fictiondb. After 100 pages or so, i changed the character to alex. Jan 19, 2015 alex cross is a former fbi agent and psychologist who works in washington dc. Cross is a homicide investigator in the washington, d. Damon and janelle were the first to be born, born to maria crossdamon is the oldestwhile ali alex jr. Each book in the series is a whole story with a beginning and an ending, however there are references to prior stories in the series. Alex cross is the main protagonist in a longrunning series of books by. Hardly anyone knows it but when i started the first alex cross novel, alex was a woman named alexis. Want exclusive content, like free chapters, news, and sweepstakes. Alex cross is james pattersons most famous character.