The book was adapted into a film starring morgan freeman in 2001. Check out the top ten most popular mystery writers list below to find who to look during your next trip to the bookstore. It has great depth, excitement and a brilliant backstory to alex s past. Mystery sequels is a resource site for all mystery series, thrillers, and suspense book fans who enjoy reading the series books in order. He created many standalone novels and several famous cycles. List of the best james patterson books, ranked by voracious readers in the ranker community. Alex cross is the main protagonist in a longrunning series of books by james patterson. Alex cross is a crime, mystery, and thriller novel series written by james patterson. Good said i, alex cross is without a doubt the best, revealing new surprises and scares at every turn. For the first time in his illustrious career, alex cross is on the wrong side of the law after being charged with murder following an onthejob shooting. Only alex cross knows that what he has done was the selfdefense. When new books are released, well charge your default payment method for the lowest price available during the preorder period. Cross the line the 24th book in the alex cross series is one of the most critically acclaimed of pattersons books.
I think alex escapes way too many near death experiences he averages at least one per book, but this was more like 1012. The people vs alex cross is the twentyfifth book in the popular alex cross series by prolific american author, james patterson. Alex cross is suspended from duty pending his trial for murder on two counts and attempted murder on another. In the series of three films, two actors have portrayed cross. Alex cross is six foot three, weighs 200 pounds, and is athletic. Authoritatively ranked lists of books sold in the united states, sorted by format and genre.
Not only does cross have to track down one serial killer, but now there are two serial killers on the loose terrorizing women or causing horrible murders. Patterson has written more than 100 novels, some as a cowriter. James patterson does an incredible job writing through the perspective. Favorite james patterson novels list of favorite books by author, james patterson. Ok, allow me to begin by confessing that i am a devout james patterson fan and that the alex cross storyline is my favorite. All the alex cross books, ranked best to worst 1 kiss the girls 1995 kiss the girls is a psychological thriller novel by american writer james.
If you are looking for a jumping off point, i would recommend starting with the first book in either of those series. James pattersons alex cross books in order dead good. Originally written and produced by james patterson, the alex cross movie series has three book to movie adaptations over the last decade with the latest released in 2012. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author. Alex cross series in 1993, james patterson released his 8th book along came a spider which introduced the world to detective alex cross. The series focuses on metropolitan police department detective and father alex cross as he faces threats to his family and the city of washington, d. Thrillers, detective novels, science fiction, and young adult novels, which james patterson books are best. One of them with alex cross in the main role i like the most, whats why i created ranking of best james patterson books with alex cross. My absolute favorite books are the alex cross and the womens murder club series. James patterson is an american author who has written several books or various genres. A town in nevada has been annihilated and the russian supercriminal known as the wolf is claiming responsibility.
Like many successful movies, alex cross was initially a book series. He is the protagonist of the series of books about a former fbi agent and psychologist who works in washington, d. However he gets called in on a case as its linked to the murder of his wife maria. Russian roulette, despite not really featuring alex, is also excellent certainly the darkest. Cross fears the disappearance could be linked to a string of recent abductions and murders. James pattersons alex cross series books in order hachette. The detective and lead character in a series of novels by james patterson, was adapted for the big screen in the crime thriller, kiss the girls. Alex resigns from the fbi and starts up his own practice.
The stakes have never been higher as alex cross might have to sacrifice to give a killer they want in order to save the people he loves the most. James pattersons books fly off the shelves and his alex cross series is a particularly explosive set. Follow the adventures of detective alex cross as he solves thrilling mysteries and faces notorious criminals. The alex cross film series is an american series of thriller films, based on the fictional character of alex cross, who originally appeared in a series of novels by james patterson. In 1993, james patterson released his 8th book along came a spider which introduced the world to detective alex cross. James patterson is the creator and the author of the alex cross series. The chronological order of the alex cross books are the exact same as the publication order. It isnt as good as some of the others but it sure aint the worst. Be wary all you alex cross fans, buy his book or else ps i saw this on television as a kid and wanted to know why some old dude thought he could take on alex cross. Well, i think the thing that i and i read a lot of kids books actually i have a criss cross out about alex cross.
Every 2 weeks we send out an email with 68 book recommendations. With the resurrection of the mitch rapp series of novels thanks to kyle mills, i thought now would be an excellent time to go through the mitch rapp series, reread them and rank them in order i also felt that it would help me judge the kyle mills book more after i fully reacquaint myself with mitch rapp. The 10 best alex cross books by james patterson novel suspects. Cross justice is the latest novel in james pattersons massively popular alex cross series. Detective alex cross is being stalked by a psychotic genius, forced to play the deadliest game of his career. Below is the order of all of the alex cross novels. Alex cross returns for the 26th book in the series bearing his name. What i liked about this book the most was the information provided about maria. The story kicks off with the kidnapping of a famous actresss daughter and a politicians son and pits a brilliant forensic psychologist against a dangerous. Alex cross by james patterson for the twentyfifth book in james pattersons megapopular series, detective alex cross is put on trial.
Currently, there are 28 main books in the series, with the latest one, the people vs. Police department when an unknown shooter gunned down his wife in front of him. James patterson alex cross books in order mystery sequels. Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. The new novel takes cross back to his hometown in north carolina, where his own cousin is being accused of a horrific crime. Alex cross finds himself on the wrong side of the law being charged. This book earned him the edgar award for best first novel by an american author and he hasnt looked back since. This is by far not the best of james pattersons books, nor of the alex cross series, but it is alright. If youre unfamiliar with the series, detective cross is an expert detective, who catches every criminal. Jan 06, 2019 authoritatively ranked lists of books sold in the united states, sorted by format and genre. James patterson is a great thriller and crime writer. But you can decide whether this book is smart, fastpaced and.
Cross own family secrets intertwine with a murder mystery in this thriller. Alex cross has been charged with shooting the followers of nemesis gary soneji but alex cross never been on the wrong side of law until now. In 1997, alex cross was transported from the printed page to the cinema. James patterson raises the stakes to their highest level, everwhen alex cross becomes the obsession of a genius of menace set on proving that he is the greatest mind in the history of crime. I think this is the best of the 9 original alex rider books. One word of advice read the alex cross books in order. I love alex cross books, i say it after every story, but its definitely worth saying again and again.
Anthony has written more than 40 books including his bestselling teens spy series alex rider, that he adapted to a movie which was later released worldwide back in 2006. Find each one of bestselling author james pattersons incredible alex cross series thriller books in reverse chronological order from. Mar 30, 2017 james patterson says the black book is his best novel in 20 years. Along came a spider is the first book in pattersons most popular series, alex cross in which every book is downright addictive. Alex cross faces the most cunning, psychotic killer of his career in the blockbuster james patterson novel that inspired a major motion picture. Alex cross is a specialist in forensic psychology, originally working for the washington. James patterson books in order 1976 was an important year in the literary world as it was the year that james patterson published his first novel the thomas berryman number. Alex cross is the lead character in the alex cross series of novels by novelist james. See the complete alex cross series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. Alex cross series in order james patterson fictiondb. Jan 19, 2015 james patterson is a great thriller and crime writer. But kiss the girls wasnt the only movie based around alex cross, so how many alex. A few flaws, but most will enjoy pattersons latest dr. Here is the list of james patterson books in order according to goodreads.
James patterson is a prolific thriller author and has various different series for a reader to enjoy. Cross s familyhis loving wife bree, the wise and lively nana mama, and his precious childrenhave been ripped away. Author james patterson reflects on his career, epstein. One of the best known mystery writers of all time, james patterson spins interesting plotlines in his books such as the alex cross novels. Compelling and twisty, this is a quintessential thriller and the perfect place to start with his work. The first in the novel series is along came a spider published in 1993. I am a huge fan of james patterson alex cross novels and the womens mystery club books i can read the whole womens mystery club books. Based on our count, about half of the books in the top 100 list are considered classics or are books you might see on an american high school curriculum. I think he should just end the series instead of assassinating the character, which is what he is doing in an effort to make more sales and more money. In fact, it was one of my favorite alex cross books.
Alex cross is a 2012 american crime thriller film directed by rob cohen and starring tyler perry as the title character and matthew fox as the villain picasso. His highly awaited novel, oblivion, that was meant to be the epic conclusion to. Alex rider series has been estimated to have sold more than 19 million copies across the world. But theres another book, ali cross coming out the same day. I do not like his alex cross books, the few i read were to graphic. This is when the popular and thrilling debut novel in the series was released, along came a spider. He is an africanamerican police department detective. Alex cross becomes the turned poster who thinks that they trigger the cops who thinks that there were above the law. C suburb, the smoke clears to the sight of the body of a promise t police official lying dead on the street. With a single clue, a mysterious rhyme signed jack and jill, the skilled and courageous cross sets out to track the murderer. New authors are added based on popularity and readers requests.
Alex s need for someone is murdering hollywoods alist, and alex. James patterson says the black book is his best novel in 20 years. The alex cross series is a series of novels written by the prolific american author james patterson. Mar 31, 20 the new york times best sellers march 31, 20 authoritatively ranked lists of books sold in the united states, sorted by format and genre. Alex cross follows the young homicide detectivepsychologist tyler perry, from the worldwide bestselling novels by james patterson, as he meets his match in a serial killer matthew fox.
Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. Were a longtime patterson reader and definitely prefer his soloauthored series featuring alex cross, now a top fbi specialist, to most of his collaborations with other writers in which presumably our famous author doesn. Alex cross 0 points added 9 years ago by ambereli add item. The series of books is in the mystery crime and thriller genres. Alex cross is the fictional character created by james patterson, and is a detective slash psychologist based in washington. Alex cross is a fictional character created by author james patterson. We will preorder your items within 24 hours of when they become available. The adapted screenplay was written by marc moss and kerry williamson. Along came a spider the best alex cross book in the series. The sequel would become kiss the girls, a second novel that was released in 1994. Use arrows to rank one item in 20 best james patterson books vs another. Jan 21, 2014 james patterson is a prolific thriller author and has various different series for a reader to enjoy.
Written by the wellknown mystery author james patterson, the alex cross books are among the most popular mystery series written to date, many of which have been made into acclaimed movies, including kiss the girls with morgan freeman playing alex cross and ashley judd. However, i was disappointed that patterson can no longer live up to his previous alex cross novels. Best james patterson books 10 must read books by james. There are nearly 20 books in the alex cross series now and 11 in the womens murder club. James patterson says the black book is his best novel in. Begin with along came a spider and end with the latest blockbuster book. Alex cross, hero of along came a spider and kiss the girls, is awakened one night to confront the brutal murder of a little girl only blocks away from his house.
Alex cross, fbi agent, is back in his most explosive adventure yet. James pattersons alex cross books in order fantastic fiction. Alex cross is the lead character in the alex cross series of novels by novelist james patterson. Of course, you can read any book at any time, however, i highly recommend reading the alex cross series in order, as to not miss anything relevant to one book. The complete series list for alex cross james patterson. Alexs need for someone is murdering hollywoods alist, and alex. The role of main character alex cross was also taken up, played by tyler perry in the 2012 film titled alex cross. From the 1st book, weve known she was killed but this book gives us the background info. I challenge the people who ranked this as a 1 star to read the book i just listed and then tell us how far fetched cross country was. They were more exciting and i could devour them in a day. Patterson has also written several books directed at the teen. Patterson is known for writing his books as part of a series, including the maximum ride, alex cross, and womens murder club series. Below i present my top ten best novels with alex cross. Two brilliant and twisted killers, operating on opposite sides of the country, are collaborating and competing, encouraging each other to perpetrate increasingly horrific crimes.
The adaptation of the middle school novel by patterson for middle grade students came out in theaters in 2016. Top 10 best novels by james patterson with alex cross. I, alex cross is the 16th novel in the alex cross series by james patterson. James patterson says the black book is his best novel in 20. Its success led to 5 sequel novels, cross fire, kill alex cross, merry christmas, alex cross, alex cross, run and cross my. The 10th book in james pattersons alex cross series. With commercial success and critical acclaim, theres no doubt that james patterson is one of the most popular authors of the last 100 years. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional.
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