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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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narrator....ugh

please bring back the same narrator from the first books. this guy kept changing how certain characters talk and it's super annoying.

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So good to hear Alex's voice again

I really enjoyed this book. The characters were great as were most of the story lines.

I couldn't understand how Alex, of all people, didn't think that his house was bugged when all of the private information was coming out.

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Great book and now looking forward to the next one

Would you listen to Alex Cross, Run again? Why?

Maybe if I had more time

What other book might you compare Alex Cross, Run to and why?

None to compare to except the entire series

Which character – as performed by Michael Boatman and Steven Boyer – was your favorite?

Alex

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

gets your imagination going.

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Another great James Patterson

Again, I have not been surprised at how James Patterson continues to keep me interested enough to hear his work that I usually listen and finish in 2-3 sittings!

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love it

listen to this story at least 5 times, I read all the time but sometimes I just can't find it Well I can always listen best ever

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Cross's personal life is as boring as ever

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

great bad guys

Any additional comments?

Always good crime stories, and great villains. But Alex is a boor. He is continuously doing stupid predictable things that complicate his work and annoy at least one reader.

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Excellent book , kept you on the edge

Would you consider the audio edition of Alex Cross, Run to be better than the print version?

Yes, It's like listening to a movie.

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

yes it did

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

excellent

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

just interested to see what was coming next

Any additional comments?

Love the Alex Cross series. James Patterson is excellent writer.

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Above average Alex Cross book

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

For James Patterson fans, yes. It's what such fans (like me) have come to expect, so delivers the goods, even though it's not great.

Would you be willing to try another book from James Patterson? Why or why not?

Of course. With James Patterson you can't stop at one, even though you occasionally need to hold your nose in doing so.

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

Yes, he has a good voice for Alex and reads it really well.

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Was not disappointed

I enjoy all of Alex Cross mysteries. I look forward to the next one and the next one.......

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Loved it

Ending was a little flat didn't go into detail what happened to the little girl and how he ended up killing her

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