Alex Cross, Run

By: James Patterson

Narrated by: Michael Boatman, Steven Boyer

Length: 8 hrs and 3 mins

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)

Great read

This book was riveting, took me some time to finish , but worth it.great characters.

Finally a book without stacks of F bombs!

What did you love best about Alex Cross, Run?

It definitely kept my attention, holding my breath as he was being set up by the bad guy with a grudge.

What did you like best about this story?

The good people resolution.
The inclusion of softer feelings, morals
along with the contrasting very, very bad people.

Have you listened to any of Michael Boatman and Steven Boyer ’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

NA

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes. I couldn't but I kept it on much longer than I should.

Any additional comments?

I'm just grateful to find an author who can leave out the F bombs which are very degrading to me as the listener. I realize that this would be included in people' regular on the job speech, but I'm glad someone doesn't use it.

What happend to James Patterson

What did you like best about Alex Cross, Run? What did you like least?

It is boring and a two year old can figure out the plot. No surprise!

What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?

I do like the Alex Cross character.

Would you be willing to try another one of Michael Boatman and Steven Boyer ’s performances?

No not really

Could you see Alex Cross, Run being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

yes but it would be quite dull.

Any additional comments?

James Patterson needs to put more plot and twist to his books of late. He is getting very dull very fast.

Ive heard worse

What did you like best about Alex Cross, Run? What did you like least?

plenty of story to keep me listening. Dumb police work

Was Alex Cross, Run worth the listening time?

Ive heard worse books, this was ok. I might listen to another Alex Cross book

he's done it again!!!

What did you love best about Alex Cross, Run?

the story, the characters, good over evil

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

yes--i couldnt wait to get in my car and listen

What does Michael Boatman and Steven Boyer bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

sound effects--nuances--

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

i wanted to but had to listen in pieces

Any additional comments?

please keep alex cross coming and DO NOT let mama nana have to die--let bree have a baby

Excellent narrative reading!

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

Just did not think this story was up to par for the author. Very disappointed with the ending.

What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?

The frustration and bad moves of Alex Cross

What does Michael Boatman and Steven Boyer bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Many different voices. Very well done!

Could you see Alex Cross, Run being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

Most likely a movie would be worse than the book. Hollywood usually does not do a good job

Any additional comments?

Just OK story.

Devoted Alex Cross fans will love this one!

Patterson has got the Alex Cross recipe down cold - and follows it faithfully here. A reliable mix of fascinating bad guys tormenting Cross, Cross's own demons tormenting him and a rich cadre of supporting players who both help and hinder Cross as he fights to get the scent and then follows it like the talented, committed bloodhound that he is.

another fine run

The book keeps you going the writer does a fine job with each character the way he developed each one really and carries each one life separately holds your attention

Great Book!

I enjoyed this book from beginning to end. Ready to listen to the next one. Great Book!

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This was a great listen, very sad, family Bond's.
Twist and turns I couldn't wate for him to get that sycho. This is my 4th. Listen from Alex Cross searies. Loved them all. I was going to get the next in the series. So many bad review,s. I have to go back and read a few more review,s. I think I seen Michael Boatmen name a few times. And how dare Pattererson??? So I'm off to do a little research. People can be quite what's the word? Mean, maybe.