Cross My Heart

By: James Patterson

Narrated by: Michael Boatman, Tom Wopat

Length: 9 hrs and 46 mins

Publisher's summary

James Patterson raises the stakes to their highest level, ever - when Alex Cross becomes the obsession of a genius of menace set on proving that he is the greatest mind in the history of crime.

Detective Alex Cross is a family man at heart - nothing matters more to him than his children, his grandmother, and his wife, Bree. His love of his family is his anchor, and gives him the strength to confront evil in his work. One man knows this deeply, and uses Alex's strength as a weapon against him in the most unsettling and unexpected novel of James Patterson's career.

When the ones Cross loves are in danger, he will do anything to protect them. If he does anything to protect them, they will die.

©2013 James Patterson (P)2013 Hachette Audio

Critic reviews

“Michael Boatman gives a first-rate narration in this latest installment in the Alex Cross series. A second narrator, Tom Wopat, artfully portrays the homicidal maniac who plans to destroy Alex by destroying his family. Boatman captures the tension in the plot and keeps the listener engaged with the action. His portrayal of a bereaved Alex Cross - voice trembling with despair - will have listeners spellbound. And his total command of the story is like a zip line to Alex's hell. Though the symphony of terror isn't over at the conclusion of the audiobook, fans of Michael Boatman will revel in his delivery of this captivating thriller.” (AudioFile Magazine)

"[Patterson's] books don't pussyfoot around when it comes to the villains. These are bad, bad people... [I, Alex Cross] is political, with a lot of intrigue in high places." (Al Roker, The Today Show)

Oh boy!

I have read every book in this series and can honestly say I was worried something like this would someday happen.Don't want to ruin it for anyone so I will just say "bring on the next one." Quickly please!!!

Author wants you to buy his next book

Any additional comments?

Book is good but does not conclude story. Even the comments at the end of the book suggest you get the next book. Suggest you not listen to this book until the follow on book is available

Another Exceptional Read!

Loved it!, can't wait to continue onto the next book. This series is very exciting.

Riveting!!!

Can't Wait for the Conclusion. I'm Hooked!!!
James Patterson & Alex Cross, never fails to please.

Wanting to enjoy James Patterson, but...

Too dark and gross at times for me. This is my first read of James Patterson, probably my last.

Really, James, you couldn't have finished it?!

Where does Cross My Heart rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I like Patterson's writing - quick chapters, characters with depth, compelling charaters. This book held to his usual style. Not finishing a mystery book in one volume is pretty irratating, so I ranked it lower than most of works I have read lately.

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

Of course I will read the next book!

What about Michael Boatman and Tom Wopat ’s performance did you like?

I liked the change in voices for the different characters. It added a lot to the story.

I know Alex Cross is amazing but come on

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

I am so in love with Alex Cross I don't know why I am complaining. He does not have super powers so I just need some of the stuff he goes through to just be a little more realistic.

Did Cross My Heart inspire you to do anything?

No

Any additional comments?

I love the books...I love - love the fast pace but this one was just a bit much. How much can one person go through and be ok. This one just way to over the top but I gave the 3 stars because I know I will either order the print book or donwload the next audio book.

Who was great

I left to read and sometimes I have a hard time. Putting down the book to go to sleep

Worst Story EVER!

Would you try another book from James Patterson and/or Michael Boatman and Tom Wopat ?

I liked the narrators. I may never buy another James Patterson book. The ending made me feel cheated.

Would you ever listen to anything by James Patterson again?

No, I will not listen to James Patterson again. The end of this book was awful. As the author's note indicated, everyone goes through tragedy and disappointment. Mr. Patterson wasted nine hours of my life only to end his book on that note. The ending was a huge disappointment. I felt ripped off at the end.

Do you think Cross My Heart needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

Of course it needs a follow- up, the book didn't have an ending.

Any additional comments?

Don't waste your money on this Alex cross novel.

Look out Alex! Great suspense here!

Would you listen to Cross My Heart again? Why?

I read it about three times, loved every one...

What did you like best about this story?

The fact that the bad guys almost go to his family.

Which character – as performed by Michael Boatman and Tom Wopat – was your favorite?

Alex

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

I am a guy so I don't really get too emotional about books, but I still enjoyed the action and mystery