The only thing that is dangerous than a murderer without conscience is the one who thinks justice in on his side. In the latest book, Cross the Line, by James Patterson, Alex Cross jumps into the investigation of murder of Washington D.C. police chief. But he is already too late. The killer is on the loose and executing targets at will – mostly criminals.
Thus begins the thrilling new mystery centering on Alex Cross. With the Navy, US Marshall’s office, and FBI all involved in hunting the dreaded criminal, Cross the Line promises to be an action intense mystery that will keep you turning pages and stop you from even turning in your bed.
Cross the Line (Alex Cross)
Author: James Patterson
Series: Alex Cross
Hardcover: 400 pages
Publisher: Little, Brown and Company (November 21, 2016)
ISBN: 0316407097, 978-0316407090
Cross the Line Story and Plot
The book begins with Alex Cross investigating a case of road rage. Immersed in this investigation, Alex is informed of a new problem – an officer has been shot dead in the streets of the D.C. To Alex’s surprise, the victim is chief detective and his wife’s mentor.
Bree soon steps-in into her boss’ shoes and now must also handle Alex at work. Their divergent thoughts on the investigation create strain at work and their personal life. But the criminals are still on the loose and the wave of killings is unabated.
Alex is struggling to find a break, when a potential pattern begins to emerge and the apparent road rage incidents take a completely new color.
Cross the Line Audience Reviews
With more than 300 ratings, Cross the Line from James Patterson has nearly seventy percent satisfied readers. Most readers like that the book follows the classic James Patterson trajectory and is interesting enough. The overall arc might be a little formulaic, but his fans will not mind this 24th installment of Alex Cross. Having said that, there are a couple of readers who think that the book is not as nail-biting as earlier books. But everyone seems to appreciate Alex’s involvement in his family life and the tensions there seem to provide an additional dimension to the character and story.
Cross the Line Book Excerpt
Get your copy of Cross the Line and join Alex Cross in the new adventure.
Leave a Reply