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3.99 AVERAGE
3.99 AVERAGE
I'm going to give this a really high score for the simple fact that after all this time, Cross novels still haven't lost their edge. They may have had weaker entries but as a whole, the plot is still just as powerful as ever.
It's also good to see a criminal that has longevity, much like Craig before him. It's what keeps me coming back for more, and I will again.
It's also good to see a criminal that has longevity, much like Craig before him. It's what keeps me coming back for more, and I will again.
Alex cross was so ofc in this book it was like either james didn't write this one or he completely for got how he wrote his character!!
My favourite thing about this book is the fact that Patterson wrote a world-class detective who was unaware of the screenshot feature on his phone and who, once taught how to do this, was seemingly deeply impressed by it. Hilarious
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
‘Criss Cross’ is the 27th novel in the best selling Alex Cross series by popular author James Patterson. Although not an avid fan, I’ve read over fan of the series and despite finding the previous read disappointing, I was looking forward to diving into this recent addition.
Alex Cross is a psychologist and works with both the FBI and local police. At the start of the novel, Cross is attending the execution of a man who he helped to investigate and convict a number of years previously. Cross and his colleague (and best friend Sampson) seemed unnerved at the execution and shortly afterwards, they are called to a crime scene and a note at the scene suggests that Cross has made a terrible error. Would is this mysterious note-writing ‘M’? Could the recently deceased convict actually have been innocent? And if so, what role did Cross play in his arrest? And so, kick starts one of the converging storylines of the novel.
Subsequent murders all bear a striking resemblance to previous cases investigated by Cross and it seems that ‘M’ is edging ever closer to meeting with Cross. Will either of them survive or will this upcoming encounter prove to the Reichenbach Falls for our hero?
The premise of a hero being painted as less than noble is not a new one but is always an appealing idea. In the hands of such an experienced author as Patterson, this book should be epic – full of decisive moments for our hero, the conflict between his heart and the “right” action etc. However, while there are certainly some thrilling moments in the book, these are few overall. After over 25 outings and many tragedys, Cross deserves better than this story – and so does the reader. Perhaps, if you are new to the series, then you can enjoy the tale but I recall the earlier stories such as the fantastic ‘Along Came A Spider’ or ‘Call the Girls’ and this story is a poor imitation.
Fingers crossed for Cross no 28.
Alex Cross is a psychologist and works with both the FBI and local police. At the start of the novel, Cross is attending the execution of a man who he helped to investigate and convict a number of years previously. Cross and his colleague (and best friend Sampson) seemed unnerved at the execution and shortly afterwards, they are called to a crime scene and a note at the scene suggests that Cross has made a terrible error. Would is this mysterious note-writing ‘M’? Could the recently deceased convict actually have been innocent? And if so, what role did Cross play in his arrest? And so, kick starts one of the converging storylines of the novel.
Subsequent murders all bear a striking resemblance to previous cases investigated by Cross and it seems that ‘M’ is edging ever closer to meeting with Cross. Will either of them survive or will this upcoming encounter prove to the Reichenbach Falls for our hero?
The premise of a hero being painted as less than noble is not a new one but is always an appealing idea. In the hands of such an experienced author as Patterson, this book should be epic – full of decisive moments for our hero, the conflict between his heart and the “right” action etc. However, while there are certainly some thrilling moments in the book, these are few overall. After over 25 outings and many tragedys, Cross deserves better than this story – and so does the reader. Perhaps, if you are new to the series, then you can enjoy the tale but I recall the earlier stories such as the fantastic ‘Along Came A Spider’ or ‘Call the Girls’ and this story is a poor imitation.
Fingers crossed for Cross no 28.
This is one twisted nemesis that is after Alex Cross and his family, M has been tormenting Alex Cross for quite sometime and has really stepped up his twisted game , M is closing in fast on all of Alex's loved ones. this tale does not disappoint, there are a few red herrings that are so well done that I continued to fall for them throughout the book. We see all of our beloved characters in this latest in the series, Nana Mama is sharp as ever with her wit and wisdom, Bree is a supportive partner and the children will have some issues in this installment. James Patterson delivered again for me with this book and a bit of a cliffhanger.This review was originally posted on Cindy’s Book Stacks
emotional
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Another great Alex Cross story. This one goes between the past and the present. It was interesting to connect past homicides to current ones to solve the case.
2...More drama than a daytime soap opera!! I find myself saddened by the slow downfall of this series...The overly dramatic chapter ending become eyerolling when the plot line is easily found...even with all the blatant misdirection! Is this what this series has become? And can we FINALLY lay Kyle Craig to rest? He went from being a masterful killer to annoyingly overdone!
One of the things I like about the Cross see
series is how you can dip in and read each as a standalone as well as following the whole series. I read the first few back to back but haven't read any for quite a while until receiving this one as a gift. I'll have to go back and fill the gaps at some point. Definitely Patterson's best series.
series is how you can dip in and read each as a standalone as well as following the whole series. I read the first few back to back but haven't read any for quite a while until receiving this one as a gift. I'll have to go back and fill the gaps at some point. Definitely Patterson's best series.