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Cross Country

By: James Patterson
Narrated by: Peter J. Fernandez, Dion Graham
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When the home of Alex Cross' oldest friend, Ellie Cox, is turned into the worst murder scene Alex has ever seen, the destruction leads him to believe that he's chasing a horrible new breed of killer. As Alex and his girlfriend, Brianna Stone, become entangled in the deadly Nigerian underworld of Washington DC, what they discover is shocking: a stunningly organized gang of lethal teenagers headed by a powerful, diabolical man - the African warlord known as the Tiger. Just when the detectives think they're closing in on the elusive murderer, the Tiger disappears into thin air. Tracking him to Africa, Alex knows that he must follow. Alone.

©2008 James Patterson (P)2008 Hachette Audio

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Alex Cross really catches the Tiger by the toe

James Patterson truly out does himself in this Alex Cross adventure. He takes our most nightmarish fears of international crimes and espionage, and brings it home to us in this tale of true crime war between the good and evil.
I was left energized by Cross's constant will to fight for justice from out nation's Capitol to darkest Africa, driven and fueled by blood thirsty mercenaries, corrupt industry and government agencies, and human greed. And, I was deeply humbled by what is actually the inconvenient truth about the still ongoing hellish brutality happening in Africa; but not here.
James Patterson is a truly exceptional writer and story teller.
If there was a mystery writer that has inspired me write crime novels? It would James Patterson.
Five stars all around. And, two thumbs up.

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Cross takes a dive

As much as I enjoy the Dr. Cross series, I have to say this book did not live up to expectations. I mean - good grief, why would the author take a seemingly intelligent character and dumb him down? Cross has no knowledge of or authority in Nigeria, but travels there unprepared and acts indignant when he receives no cooperation. Duh! Then there is the continual "beating up" of Dr. Cross which is really tiresome. Not the author's best work.

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Precurser to What?

Book at times drags along... It is intense in typical Alex Cross character... Only recommend for those of us who are familiar with Alex Cross's character

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Good Storyline

Hated the music and the overly dramatic narration. Good story as most Alex Cross novels are.

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Great

I always enjoy the Alex Cross stories the thrill the chase and the capture. Keeps me on the edge.

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rividing

kept me on the edge of my seat at all times. It's really interesting read.

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Heartbreaking

I absolutely love the Alex Cross series, have been a huge fan since the beginning. However, this is the most agonizing and heartbreaking book I have ever read(listen to). If you are a empathetic person in the least but, DO NOT READ THIS ONE! Just skip it and go to the next in line.

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Not great

I’m starting to like each Cross book less and less. I hope it gets back on track soon.

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Solid

Not the best of the series, but another quality entry. Patterson keeps me coming back for more.

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I would highly recommend this book, it really makes you sad knowing that the things that happen in this book about Africa and refugee camp really does happen every day all over the world.

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

Non stop action from beginning to end. You think Alex is going to be killed about every single chapter.

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