James Patterson – Books – Alex Cross

Return of the Spider is the stunning companion to Along Came a Spider, the New York Times bestselling series debut that introduced Detective Alex Cross, “the real deal, a character who matters” (Rolling Stone). The suspense classic Along Came a Spider introduced an unsurpassed rivalry:  Detective Alex Cross;… Read More

In this action-packed thriller from the world’s most popular storyteller, Supreme Court Candidates are being murdered—and only Alex Cross and John Sampson can take on the killer. The inspiration for #1 hit streaming show, Cross. In Washington, DC…  The president-elect is… Read More

In this electrifying thriller from the world’s most popular storyteller, Alex Cross is on his most terrifying murder case yet as a he must take down not one, but two serial killers working together in a twisted cross-country criminal alliance. … Read More

In this thrilling novel from a #1 New York Times bestselling author, detective Alex Cross is in the sights of the Dead Hours Killer, a serial murderer on a ruthless mission.  “One of the greatest fictional detectives of all time”… Read More

From #1 New York Times bestselling author and the world’s most popular storyteller, Detective Alex Cross hunts down a serial killer who targets entire families—before the Crosses become the next victims.    The inspiration for #1 hit streaming show, Cross. A precise killer,… Read More

From #1 New York Times bestselling author and the world’s most popular storyteller, caught in a web of assassins, Alex Cross enters the final battle with the all-knowing genius who has stalked him and his family for years.  The inspiration… Read More

From #1 New York Times bestselling author and the world’s most popular storyteller, the murder of a glamorous DC socialite becomes Alex Cross’s deadliest case since Along Came a Spider. The inspiration for #1 hit streaming show, Cross.​ ​ Kay Willingham led a life… Read More

In this electrifying thriller from the world’s most popular storyteller, when a mysterious serial killer known as “M” launches a deranged “investigation”, Alex Cross and his partner must unearth long-forgotten secrets to survive—or risk getting buried themselves. The inspiration for… Read More

From #1 New York Times bestselling author and the world’s most popular storyteller, when a ring of six elite assassins strikes DC, Alex Cross teams up with the Secret Service and the FBI to take down a dangerous threat that could destroy… Read More

In this #1 New York Times bestseller from the world’s most popular storyteller, with explosive charges and shocking evidence, Alex Cross is about to face the trial of the century. The inspiration for #1 hit streaming show, Cross.   Alex Cross is on… Read More

From #1 New York Times bestselling author and the world’s most popular storyteller, homicide detective Alex Cross must team up with his wife to beat a D. C. criminal at his own game. The inspiration for #1 hit streaming show, Cross. Washington, DC,… Read More

From #1 New York Times bestselling author and the world’s most popular storyteller, for Alex Cross, the toughest cases hit close to home—and in this deadly thrill ride, he’s trying to solve the most personal mystery of his life. The… Read More

Detective Alex Cross is being stalked by a psychotic genius, forced to play the deadliest game of his career. Cross’s family-his loving wife Bree, the wise and lively Nana Mama, and his precious children-have been ripped away. Terrified and desperate,… Read More

The stakes are higher than ever for Alex Cross as he faces his most personal enemy yet: a criminal who threatens his family.Detective Alex Cross is a family man at heart: nothing matters more to him than his children, his… Read More

If Alex Cross stops running, he will die . . . three serial killers are on the loose, and they want revenge.Detective Alex Cross arrests renowned plastic surgeon Elijah Creem for sleeping with teenage girls. Now, his life ruined, Creem… Read More

In this heart-pounding thriller from the world’s most popular storyteller, with relentless danger around every corner, Detective Alex Cross is hunting down a kidnapper . . . but only if someone powerful doesn’t kill him first. The inspiration for #1… Read More

Cross. Now streaming on Prime Video. From #1 New York Times bestselling author James Patterson, Alex Cross encounters his most explosive case ever as a D. C. assassin picks off politicians—and his most deadly enemy is waiting to kill everyone he… Read More

In this captivating thriller from the world’s most popular storyteller, when a beloved relative is murdered, Detective Alex Cross vows to hunt down the killer . . . and discovers a secret that could rock the entire world. The inspiration… Read More

When the home of Alex Cross’s oldest friend, Ellie Cox, is turned into the worst murder scene Alex has ever seen, the destruction leads him to believe that he’s chasing a horrible new breed of killer. As Alex and his… Read More

Alex Cross faces two crazed killers in this chilling, suspenseful blockbuster from James Patterson, “the man who can’t miss” (Time). A spate of elaborate murders in Washington D.C. have the whole East Coast on edge. They are like nothing Alex… Read More

Cross. Now streaming on Prime Video. Alex Cross faces the most cunning, psychotic killer of his career.   Alex Cross was a rising star in the Washington, D. C. Police Department when an unknown shooter gunned down his wife in front… Read More

In this #1 New York Times bestseller from the world’s most popular storyteller, Alex Cross’s family vacation is cut short when a Hollywood A-lister is murder, forcing him into a mysterious world of luxury, gossip, and hidden secrets. The inspiration… Read More

Alex Cross must face the world’s most dangerous agents, criminals, and assassins. The fate of the world rests in his hands.In broad desert daylight, a mysterious platoon of soldiers evacuates the entire population of Sunrise Valley, Nevada. Minutes later, a… Read More

In this thrilling novel from a New York Times bestselling author, Alex Cross battles the most ruthless and powerful killer he has ever encountered: a predator known only as the Wolf.   Alex Cross’s first case since joining the FBI… Read More

In this #1 New York Times bestseller, Alex Cross is ready to resign-but when his partner shows up with a case he can’t refuse, he goes up against the most bone-chilling killers of his entire career.Detective Alex Cross is on… Read More

Detective Alex Cross must confront his most terrifying nemesis ever- and his own deepest fears- in this electrifying thriller from the world’s #1 bestselling writer.D.C. Detective Alex Cross has seen a lot of crime scenes. But even he is appalled… Read More

In this #1 New York Times bestseller from the world’s most popular storyteller, Alex Cross is in a race against time as a series of crimes stuns Washington, D. C.—and he faces down his most brilliant enemy yet.  Inspiration for the heart-pounding… Read More

In this heart-stopping thriller, Detective Alex Cross and his beloved fiancé find themselves tangled in a complex murder investigation, threatening not only public safety, but their chance at happiness together.  Alex Cross is happy, but his happiness is threatened by… Read More

In this New York Times bestseller, two killers-one operating in America, one in Europe-believe Alex Cross is the only worthy opponent in the deadly game each has planned.Gary Soneji, a dying prison escapee, is looking for revenge on Cross, while… Read More

In this #1 New York Times bestseller from the world’s most popular storyteller, join Alex Cross in a heart-stopping thrill ride as he pieces together the clues of two gruesome murders—before it’s too late.  Inspiration for the heart-pounding Prime Video… Read More

In this electrifying thriller from the world’s most popular storyteller, Alex Cross is on his most terrifying murder case yet as a he must take down not one, but two serial killers working together in a twisted cross-country criminal alliance. … Read More

Discover the classic thriller that launched the bestselling detective series from the world’s most popular storyteller.Alex Cross is in a race against time after two private-school children are kidnapped by their teacher—a man looking to commit the crime of the… Read More

Detectives Alex Cross and John Sampson are better together—until they’re called to separate locations to investigate a pair of serious crimes.     In Washington, DC… Metro PD detective John Sampson stands in a crater in the middle of a DC street, calling in… Read More

In this #1 New York Times bestseller from the world’s most popular storyteller, Alex Cross is gravely injured and only his partner and friend John Sampson can keep him safe . . . and get justice.   ​   For the first time,… Read More

In this electrifying thriller from the world’s most popular storyteller, a threat from an anonymous caller sends D. C. into panic as Detective Alex Cross teams up with his wife to uncover the chilling truth. An anonymous caller has promised… Read More

From #1 New York Times bestselling author and the world’s most popular storyteller, Alex Cross watched a man die at the hands of an old enemy. . . and he’s back from the grave for revenge.Alex Cross, I’m coming for you-even from… Read More

On Christmas Eve, Alex Cross must risk everything to solve a mystery and stop a hostage situation from spiraling out of control.It’s Christmas Eve and Detective Alex Cross has been called out to catch someone who’s robbing his church’s poor… Read More

Written in the fearless voice of Detective Alex Cross, Alex Cross’s Trial is a #1 New York Times bestseller of murder, love, and above all, bravery.From his grandmother, Alex Cross has heard the story of his great uncle Abraham and… Read More

The #1 bestselling kid detective is back! Mysteries, crime-solving, homeroom—all in a day’s work for Ali Cross.  Ali Cross has always looked up to his father, the famous detective Alex Cross. And after helping to solve two big cases, Ali… Read More

Alex Cross’s son Ali is an accomplished mystery-solver and #1 bestseller. A crime at a concert near his school sparks his newest investigation, and it gets dangerous fast. Sometimes it’s good to have a father in the detective business.​Ali Cross just… Read More

James Patterson’s blockbuster Alex Cross series has sold over 100 million copies—and now he’s bringing those thrills to a new generation! Alex’s son Ali is eager to follow in his father’s footsteps as a detective, but when his best friend… Read More