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Alex Cross, Run

By: James Patterson
Narrated by: Michael Boatman, Steven Boyer
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Publisher's summary

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 is out of jail, and he's made sure that no one will recognize him - by giving himself a new face.

A young woman is found hanging from a sixth-floor window, and Alex is called to the scene. The victim recently gave birth, but the baby is nowhere to be found. Before Alex can begin searching for the missing newborn and killer, he's called to investigate a second crime. All of Washington, D.C., is in a panic, and when a third body is discovered, rumors of three serial killers send the city into an all-out frenzy.

Alex's investigations are going nowhere, and he's too focused on the cases to notice that someone has been watching him - and will stop at nothing until he's dead. With white-hot speed, relentless drama, and hairpin turns, Alex Cross, Run is James Patterson's ultimate thrill ride.

©2013 James Patterson (P)2013 Hachette Audio

Critic reviews

"In true Patterson fashion, the story includes every element a good cop tale needs: shootouts, car chases, mysterious characters, and bad guys galore." (John M. Wills, author, former Chicago police officer, and retired FBI agent)

"The Cross family will never be the same! Cross Fire will leave you turning page after page with endless suspense." (Beyond the Bookshelf)

"Lives are lost, people Alex loves are in serious danger, and everyone is afraid that they're going to be next on the sniper's list. This is another great and addicting tale of murder and mayhem - Alex Cross style! I was hard pressed to put it down!" (Bibliophilic Book Blog)

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As always, great story line took me a minute to catch up but got right into the case with Cross. Another well done.

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Enjoyable read.

I enjoy the Alex Cross series and this one was an enjoyable read/listen. Looking forward to the next one.

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Loved it

great book...although I had it figured out by chapter 80. I would definitely recommend this book to my friends.

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I loved it!

What made the experience of listening to Alex Cross, Run the most enjoyable?

The readers were excellent, I listen at work and at times I was laughing and gasping aloud!

What did you like best about this story?

I liked most that is was not predictable, so much so,I lost track of time on many occasions. It will keep your interest. James Patterson is a genius!

What about Michael Boatman and Steven Boyer ’s performance did you like?

Excellent voices..emotion was spot on throughout!

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Yes, but it will give away too much if I specify.

Any additional comments?

...I am sad its over and cannot wait for the next evil nemesis to rear their head so Cross can pick them apart!! This was a winner!

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love the cross

great story flow with amazing texture. The characters are just stunningly fleshed out, couldn't help but to relate to them

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exciting, fast paced, thriller

Another great read/listen by Patterson...exciting, fast paced, thriller that is sure to please anyone for sure!!

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Good Suspense and Action

I enjoyed it. There were a lot of twists and turns in the story. Good narration. I had to listen to it twice.

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Alex Cross Run

keep me wanting more, we'll write like all James Patterson, I will continue reading books write by him. I highly recommend this book and all Patterson's book.

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Patterson and Cross Score Another Killer Hit

Not all installments in the Alex Cross series are created equal. 'Alex Cross, Run' ranks as one of the very best, in my book. The fine old story formula is here, well executed, involving clever, creative bad guys, and involving the Cross family in just the right amounts. A great performance by Boatman and Boyer, too. All in all, a very nice recovery from the horrendous movie experience with nonactor crossdresser Tyler Perry last year.

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If you could sum up Alex Cross, Run in three words, what would they be?

Serial murders coincide.

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I was distracted by the different voices and the sound effects in the narration. I felt like they detracted from my enjoyment of the novel.

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