Following the success of his last cross novel, target. Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. Just below the master list you will find alex cross books in order as well as pattersons other series. James pattersons alex cross series hachette book group. Cross fire is the 17th book of james pattersons alex cross series.
The 10 best alex cross books by james patterson novel suspects. A stand alone book and classic american suspense novel the thomas berryman number. Hardly anyone knows it but when i started the first alex cross novel, alex was a woman named alexis. After 100 pages or so, i changed the character to alex. These people are not being taken for ransom, alex realises. Variety has learned exclusively that amazon is currently developing an alex cross tv series, based on the novels starrin. He is the protagonist of the series of books about a former fbi agent and psychologist who works in washington, d.
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. The novel was released in hardcover, paperback, and audio book on november 15, 2010. Alex cross s first case since joining the fbi has his new colleagues stymied. 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. We will also group his titles by the coauthors in case you like books written by specific cowriters. 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.
Alex crosss first case since joining the fbi has his new colleagues baffled. 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. He has been publishing books since the 1970s, but it was his first book about former fbi agent and washington, d. Alex does everything he can but is shunted to the fringes. 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. Alex cross, run alex cross series by james patterson and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Cross s former partner, john sampson is tracking a serial rapist in georgetown, one whose brutal modus. In cat and mouse she begins dating him and the two fall in love with each other. Alex cross series in order james patterson fictiondb. Along came a spider is the first book in the alex cross series. Across the country, men and women are kidnapped in broad daylight and then disappear completely. 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.
With relentless danger around every corner, detective alex cross is hunting down a kidnapper. Tyler perry then played him in the film alex cross, which was released in 2012. Alex cross s first case since joining the fbi has his new colleagues baffled. Alex cross tv series in the works at amazon exclusive.
First in the alex cross thriller series and revolving around alex, a washington d. 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. Alex cross is a crime, mystery, and thriller novel series written by james patterson. 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. Csupporting characters include two of cross s children, damon, and janelle, as well as his grandmother nana mama. 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. Top 10 best novels by james patterson with alex cross. Hes been writing away ever since with about 100 books to his name. On november 25, 2019, james patterson published ali cross, the first novel in the ali 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.
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. Time remaining kenm away team score play team indicator home team score denm game score team indicator play. In the books works with the mpd as a special consultant to the major case squad. The role of main character alex cross was also taken up, played by tyler perry in the 2012 film titled alex cross. We bring you s of the latest upcoming book releases so you have more time to plan your next good read. Find each one of bestselling author james pattersons incredible alex cross series thriller books in reverse chronological order from. 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. Christine, is alexs onetimegirlfriend and exfiance. When his cousin is accused of a heinous crime, alex cross returns to his north.
Criss cross book description in a virginia penitentiary, alex cross and his partner, john sampson, witness the execution of a killer they helped convict. I, alex cross by james patterson 2009, hcdj bk 16 alex. Alex cross s first case since joining the fbi has his new colleagues perplexed. The release date of this novel was november 25, 2019. 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. James pattersons alex cross series books in order hachette. Unprotected and alone, alex cross is chasing a horrible new breed of killer. It stars alex cross, an extremely intelligent africanamerican forensic psychologist and detective. This also marks the latest collaboration between amazon, skydance, and paramount on a series based on a book. Alex cross is james pattersons most famous character.
List verified daily and newest books added immediately. Author james patterson introduced the alex cross character in 1993, with the first book in the series,along came a spider. Since then, readers got 22 novels with alex cross in the lead role. The 9th novel in james pattersons alex cross series. Kiss the girls alex cross is about to be thrust into a case with two killers. 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. 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. It follows on directly from the cliffhanger that ended cross my heart, so cannot really be read without reading that book first. Three electrifying thrillers with alex cross, michael bennett, and the womens murder club. If you are looking for a jumping off point, i would recommend starting with the first book in either of those series. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. 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.
It has taken years of planning and patience, but he is finally in the perfect position to strike. Jan 19, 2015 alex cross is a former fbi agent and psychologist who works in washington dc. Alex cross encounters his most explosive case ever as a d. 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. Cat and mouse just as alex cross is beginning to feel that life is good and he is. The complete series list for alex cross james patterson.
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. It wasnt until almost the end that along came a spider started to more closely resemble th. The adaptation of the middle school novel by patterson for middle grade students came out in theaters in 2016. 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. This is a complete list of every book james patterson has written in order, and separated by series or character. In pop goes the weasel, she gives birth to ali, while being held by geoffrey shaffer.
Mar 9, 2018 i, alex cross by james patterson 2009, hcdj bk 16 alex cross series 1st ed stay safe and healthy. Here is the list of all the james patterson alex cross books in order for his. Kill alex cross alex cross is one of the first on the scene of the biggest case hes ever been part of. Across the country, men and women are being kidnapped in broad daylight and then disappearing completely. When the crimes hit close to home, he must hunt down the source. The story begins when alex cross idyllic life is shattered by the hit man who murders his wife.
His first novel published in the series was 1993s along came a spider. James patterson has been going ever since 1976 with the thomas berryman number. I like this character, because he is so different from the typical detectives in most crime novels. In pop goes the weasel she is kidnapped for over a year. Detective alex cross and brees wedding plans are put on hold when alex is called to the scene of the perfectly. There doesnt seem to be an upcoming book in the alex cross series. My absolute favorite books are the alex cross and the womens murder club series. She first appeared in jack and jill where her husband is killed and she meets alex. Cross also published as alex cross kindle edition by. Alex cross, one of his bestreceived books set in that universe in years, patterson will bring back his hero for another goaround this fall. A dangerous sociopath is out to commit the crime of the century. 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.
Welcome to, the ultimate site for book release dates and new novel releases. Alex cross is a fictional character created by author james patterson. James pattersons blockbuster alex cross series has sold over 100 million copiesand now hes bringing those thrills to a new generation. James pattersons greatest detectives together for the first time. James patterson expands the alex cross legacy in his new series, featuring alexs son, ali. Alex cross battles the most ruthless and powerful killer he has ever encountered. My takethis is one of the few stories in which the movie adaptation is better. 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. The water supply for washington dc has been poisoned. Alex cross is the main protagonist in a longrunning series of books by. Begin with along came a spider and end with the latest blockbuster book.
Patterson has written 21 novels in the popular alex cross series. 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. The only way detective alex cross is one of the first on the scene of the biggest case hes ever been part of. What is the chronological order of the alex cross books. James patterson is the worlds bestselling author and most trusted storyteller. What is the name of james pattersons first published novel. 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 alex cross books in order mystery sequels. James patterson new releases, 2020 books book release dates. The newest book is criss cross and was released on november, 19th 2019. In 1993, james patterson released his 8th book along came a spider which introduced the world to detective alex cross. 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. Jan 22, 2020 james pattersons alex cross could soon be coming to the small screen.
Named after muhammad ali and using cassius play as his online avatar, alis determined to follow in his fathers crimesolving footsteps. He is the first author to be on the best selling list for children and adult books at the same time. Damon and janelle were the first to be born, born to maria cross damon is the oldestwhile ali alex jr. James pattersons alex cross books in order dead good. Nov, 2017 for the twentyfifth book in james pattersons megapopular series, detective alex cross is put on trial. An alex cross story an anonymous caller has promised to set off deadly bombs in washington, dc. In kill alex cross 2011, the two children of the president of the united states have been kidnapped, with det. The presidents son and daughter have been abducted from their school an impossible crime, but somehow the kidnapper has done it. Want exclusive content, like free chapters, news, and sweepstakes. Damon and janelle were the first to be born, born to maria crossdamon is the oldestwhile ali alex jr.
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. There are nearly 20 books in the alex cross series now and 11 in the womens murder club. Below is the order of all of the alex cross novels. On home territory once more after the horrors of the kiss the girls case, detective alex cross faces his most harrowing challenge. 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. Alex cross is the fictional character created by james patterson, and is a detective slash psychologist based in washington. Alex cross battles the most ruthless and powerful killer he has ever encountereda predator known only as the wolf. Currently, there are 28 main books in the series, with the latest one, the people vs. Here now james patterson books in chronological order. Cross by james patterson, first edition abebooks passion for books. Cross is a homicide investigator in the washington, d.
Along came a spider is the first novel in the alex cross series. 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. See the complete alex cross series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. This is the order of alex cross books in both chronological order and publication order. James patterson published his very first book in 1976. James patterson is the creator and the author of the alex cross series. This is a full list of james patterson books in order. 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. It features the aforementioned soneji and his abduction of several young women. Alex cross is a former washington dc cop and fbi agent where he worked as a profiler. When the home of alex crosss oldest friend, ellie cox, is turned into the worst murder scene. About the book the presidents children have been kidnapped.