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Merry Christmas, Alex Cross

By: James Patterson
Narrated by: Michael Boatman, Stephen Kunken, Cristin Milioti
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Publisher's summary

It's Christmas Eve and Detective Alex Cross has been called out to catch someone who's robbing his church's poor box. That mission behind him, Alex returns home to celebrate with Bree, Nana, and his children. The tree decorating is barely underway before his phone rings again - a horrific hostage situation is quickly spiraling out of control. Away from his own family on the most precious of days, Alex calls upon every ounce of his training, creativity, and daring to save another family. Alex risks everything - and he may not make it back alive on this most sacred of family days.

Alex Cross is a hero for our time, and never more so than in this story of family, action, and the deepest moral choices. Merry Christmas, Alex Cross will be a holiday classic for years to come.

©2012 James Patterson (P)2012 Hachette Audio

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Fantastic read!!!

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

Have not read the print version, but i am a huge fan of audio. If I had time to sit and read, I would be asleep come chapter 2. This way I can still get my literary fix!!

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

Yes. I really loved that this read is almost 2 stories in one. You get the conclusion of his last book wrapped up with a whole other plot twist. It was great.

Have you listened to any of the narrators’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Don't remember hearing them before. They worked well together in this book.

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triumph

Loved it. Great story!!! I enjoyed my favorite character - Nana Mama!! The narrator was also very good.

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Pure Alex Cross

A very neatly interwoven story of terrorism, heartache, deceit and family. James Patterson at his best.

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Christmas nightmare

An amazing amount of drama in a very short 24 hour period. Alex again shows his obligation for justice means his family may be left to carry on without him.

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Alex is back!

Now Alex is into terrorist threats. And he has his usual family/job conflicts, made worse by the season when this book takes place. I find the sound (gunshots, explosions) unnecessary.

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Exciting!!!

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

I would highly recommend this audiobook to all die-hard Alex Cross fans. Alex faces his biggest challegne now that he's married. He pushes the envelop in this story...almost made me want to slap him, but in the end, you can remember why you feel safe with Alex on the job.

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

None

Which scene was your favorite?

My favorite was the snow plow scene, after Alex was shot. Struggling to get out of the way of the plow, I felt like I was right there. Got my adrenaline rushing!!

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

"Not again!", everytime he's with his family and gets that call.

Any additional comments?

If you love action, mix in a little intrigue and just a sprinkle of family love, you will love the Alex Cross series. Each book is better than the last. Enjoy!

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Alex as usual...Great!

What did you love best about Merry Christmas, Alex Cross?

Nana Moma, Brie, and of course Alex. They are consistently a good listen.

Who was your favorite character and why?

The terrorist was enjoyable because I've never met one, but this makes me feel like I have.

What does the narrators bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Emotion and empathy.

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

Every time he had to leave his family on this most special family day.

Any additional comments?

If you like Alex Cross, this is one to listen to. If you've never listened it's a good starting point.

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Exciting,Good Story

This is a very good read. Its fast paced and as usual with Patterson has twists and turns .

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OK if you have some time to kill

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

Though his books are hit and miss these days, I will usually give them a try.

Was Merry Christmas, Alex Cross worth the listening time?

It was just OK. Nothing special, but maybe a good book for a long drive.

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The Alex Cross Series

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I enjoyed listening to Merry Christmas, Alex Cross. The narrators' reading kept you listening with bated breath.

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