Scan barcode
ameserole's review
3.0
A lot has happened in Cross Fire, like Alex Cross getting married. Oh, and don't forget that Kyle Craig is back. But of course Cross still somehow makes stupid mistakes within this book - which is just frustrating beyond relief.
I don't really know how I truly feel about this book and I'm kind of scared to rate this book based on my review because I'm just kind of all over the place. No, it wasn't boring to read at all. But yes, I did get annoyed with a bunch of things. I do like to see some old villains reappearing but then it takes Alex forever to solve the crime or catch the killer.
I also just don't care about him marrying Bree - sorry, I just don't. I'm not here for the romance I'm here for the murders.
I don't really know how I truly feel about this book and I'm kind of scared to rate this book based on my review because I'm just kind of all over the place. No, it wasn't boring to read at all. But yes, I did get annoyed with a bunch of things. I do like to see some old villains reappearing but then it takes Alex forever to solve the crime or catch the killer.
I also just don't care about him marrying Bree - sorry, I just don't. I'm not here for the romance I'm here for the murders.
hotmomof6's review
A typical Alex Cross novel. It was filled with detective "whodunnit," suspenseful "who's after him," with some lovey-dovey sprinkled in for good measure. All-in-all, a good read (as usual).
ebaker's review
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
James Patterson’s writing had gotten really superficial for me. It’s a quick read and the story line is there but I feel like he only skims the surface anymore just to pump out the volume of work he does. I wish he really developed the story and the characters.
bkeving_74's review
4.0
Fun thriller
Read this one before but still fun to read. Kyle is one of those characters that I enjoy but at the same time with a bit of a morbid interest.
Read this one before but still fun to read. Kyle is one of those characters that I enjoy but at the same time with a bit of a morbid interest.
samharnold's review against another edition
2.0
Out of all the series of books that James Patterson has written there is nothing better than Alex Cross. That was until this book. Cross Fire appears to be rushed. The mastermind is back and going to have a face down with Alex whilst he battles to find sniper killers in the city. The main story of the sniper killers is loose and not engaging. You think that all the efforts went into the show down with the mastermind. Having finished the book I can tell you that this is not true. So you then think it is OK there will be enough intrigue left that this book was just a stepping stone to the next one. No wrong again. When you find yourself skipping pages from your favourite writer in your favourite series you know you are in trouble. Not up to your normal standards Mr Patterson.
rachelmarie20's review
challenging
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
gbdill's review
4.0
Cross Fire by James Patterson is a thrilling and engaging novel that is sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. This book is part of the popular Alex Cross series and is a prime example of why the series has remained a favorite among readers for years.
One of the most impressive aspects of this novel is the way that Patterson is able to create a compelling and complex story that keeps the reader guessing throughout. The plot is full of twists and turns that are both surprising and satisfying, and the characters are fully fleshed out and believable.
In addition to its exciting storyline, Cross Fire also features Patterson's trademark prose style, which is both fast-paced and engaging. The dialogue is snappy and realistic, and the descriptions are vivid and evocative, making it easy for the reader to imagine themselves right in the middle of the action.
One of the standout elements of this book is the way that Patterson is able to balance the action and suspense with more emotional and introspective moments. Alex Cross is a deeply human character, and his struggles and relationships are just as important to the story as the danger he faces.
Overall, Cross Fire is a fantastic addition to the Alex Cross series and a must-read for fans of Patterson's work. It is a well-crafted and gripping thriller that will keep readers hooked from beginning to end.
One of the most impressive aspects of this novel is the way that Patterson is able to create a compelling and complex story that keeps the reader guessing throughout. The plot is full of twists and turns that are both surprising and satisfying, and the characters are fully fleshed out and believable.
In addition to its exciting storyline, Cross Fire also features Patterson's trademark prose style, which is both fast-paced and engaging. The dialogue is snappy and realistic, and the descriptions are vivid and evocative, making it easy for the reader to imagine themselves right in the middle of the action.
One of the standout elements of this book is the way that Patterson is able to balance the action and suspense with more emotional and introspective moments. Alex Cross is a deeply human character, and his struggles and relationships are just as important to the story as the danger he faces.
Overall, Cross Fire is a fantastic addition to the Alex Cross series and a must-read for fans of Patterson's work. It is a well-crafted and gripping thriller that will keep readers hooked from beginning to end.
harasnicole's review against another edition
3.0
These Alex Cross novels are probably the only books that I'll never read in their exact order, but that's okay. As a long time reader of James Patterson, I do like that you can read his books out of order and still not be lost, because at some point the book(s) recaps what happened previously.
Cross Fire isn't a great book; if anything, it gets the job done when you're looking for a book that's a quick, easy read. The chapters are ridiculously short, so you almost always find yourself reading more than half of one in a day, even if you didn't plan on it.
The story follows the same formula as all of his crime/thriller/suspense novels in that you get a look at the killers and that first crime, and the police procedural to solve it, add in some family dynamics, and then Alex Cross saves the day until next time. Honestly, if you read even just one Alex Cross novel, with how many there are, you've kind of read them all. The only thing that really changes is the nature of the murders, but the killers almost always have a grudge against Alex Cross.
This isn't to say I hated it, though. I did enjoy the fast pace of it, and I always love that each book starts with the planning and execution of the first murder, but eventually you read enough that it starts to sound redundant. I mostly just read these books to help me get out of reading slumps because they're so easy and don't require too much thought. It's not so much of a suspense when you know who Kyle Craig is and know that he's had plastic surgery to change his face. I guess it's more of a "When will Alex Cross figure it out?" kind of story. Only he never does, and ends up needing it spelled out for him.
He's not much of a detective, is he?
Cross Fire isn't a great book; if anything, it gets the job done when you're looking for a book that's a quick, easy read. The chapters are ridiculously short, so you almost always find yourself reading more than half of one in a day, even if you didn't plan on it.
The story follows the same formula as all of his crime/thriller/suspense novels in that you get a look at the killers and that first crime, and the police procedural to solve it, add in some family dynamics, and then Alex Cross saves the day until next time. Honestly, if you read even just one Alex Cross novel, with how many there are, you've kind of read them all. The only thing that really changes is the nature of the murders, but the killers almost always have a grudge against Alex Cross.
This isn't to say I hated it, though. I did enjoy the fast pace of it, and I always love that each book starts with the planning and execution of the first murder, but eventually you read enough that it starts to sound redundant. I mostly just read these books to help me get out of reading slumps because they're so easy and don't require too much thought. It's not so much of a suspense when you know who Kyle Craig is and know that he's had plastic surgery to change his face. I guess it's more of a "When will Alex Cross figure it out?" kind of story. Only he never does, and ends up needing it spelled out for him.
He's not much of a detective, is he?
joanjeffery's review
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0