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Titles List

  • Return of the Spider is the stunning companion to Along Came a Spider, the New York Times bestselling series debut that introduced Detective Alex Cross, “the real deal, a character who matters” (Rolling Stone). The suspense classic Along Came a Spider introduced an unsurpassed rivalry:  Detective Alex Cross;… Read More

  • In this action-packed thriller from the world’s most popular storyteller, Supreme Court Candidates are being murdered—and only Alex Cross and John Sampson can take on the killer. The inspiration for #1 hit streaming show, Cross. In Washington, DC…  The president-elect is… Read More

  • In this thrilling novel from a #1 New York Times bestselling author, detective Alex Cross is in the sights of the Dead Hours Killer, a serial murderer on a ruthless mission.  “One of the greatest fictional detectives of all time”… Read More

  • In this #1 New York Times bestseller from the world’s most popular storyteller, Alex Cross is gravely injured and only his partner and friend John Sampson can keep him safe . . . and get justice.   ​   For the first time,… Read More

  • From #1 New York Times bestselling author and the world’s most popular storyteller, Detective Alex Cross hunts down a serial killer who targets entire families—before the Crosses become the next victims.    The inspiration for #1 hit streaming show, Cross. A precise killer,… Read More

  • In this #1 New York Times bestseller from the world’s most popular storyteller, Alex Cross is in a race against time as a series of crimes stuns Washington, D. C.—and he faces down his most brilliant enemy yet.  Inspiration for the heart-pounding… Read More

  • From #1 New York Times bestselling author and the world’s most popular storyteller, caught in a web of assassins, Alex Cross enters the final battle with the all-knowing genius who has stalked him and his family for years.  The inspiration… Read More

  • From #1 New York Times bestselling author and the world’s most popular storyteller, the murder of a glamorous DC socialite becomes Alex Cross’s deadliest case since Along Came a Spider. The inspiration for #1 hit streaming show, Cross.​ ​ Kay Willingham led a life… Read More

  • Discover the first three books in #1 bestselling author James Patterson's #1 bestselling series.  The inspiration for #1 hit streaming show, Cross.  Along Came a Spider introduced Alex Cross, a homicide detective with a PhD in psychology. A murderous serial… Read More

  • In this electrifying thriller from the world’s most popular storyteller, when a mysterious serial killer known as "M" launches a deranged "investigation", Alex Cross and his partner must unearth long-forgotten secrets to survive—or risk getting buried themselves. The inspiration for… Read More

  • From #1 New York Times bestselling author and the world’s most popular storyteller, when a ring of six elite assassins strikes DC, Alex Cross teams up with the Secret Service and the FBI to take down a dangerous threat that could destroy… Read More

  • In this #1 New York Times bestseller from the world’s most popular storyteller, with explosive charges and shocking evidence, Alex Cross is about to face the trial of the century. The inspiration for #1 hit streaming show, Cross.   Alex Cross is on… Read More

  • From #1 New York Times bestselling author and the world’s most popular storyteller, homicide detective Alex Cross must team up with his wife to beat a D. C. criminal at his own game. The inspiration for #1 hit streaming show, Cross. Washington, DC,… Read More

  • In this electrifying thriller from the world’s most popular storyteller, a threat from an anonymous caller sends D. C. into panic as Detective Alex Cross teams up with his wife to uncover the chilling truth. An anonymous caller has promised… Read More

  • From #1 New York Times bestselling author and the world’s most popular storyteller, for Alex Cross, the toughest cases hit close to home—and in this deadly thrill ride, he's trying to solve the most personal mystery of his life. The… Read More

  • In this chilling holiday thriller from the world’s most popular storyteller, Alex Cross must spend Christmas Eve risking everything to solve a mystery and stop a hostage situation from spiraling out of control.   It's Christmas Eve and Detective Alex… Read More

  • In this twisted thriller from the world’s most popular storyteller, Detective Alex Cross is being stalked by a psychotic genius—and forced to play the deadliest game of his career. The inspiration for #1 hit streaming show, Cross.   Cross's family-his… Read More

  • From #1 New York Times bestselling author and the world’s most popular storyteller, the stakes are higher than ever for Alex Cross as he faces his most personal enemy yet—a dangerous criminal with a target on his family. The inspiration… Read More

  • In this #1 New York Times bestseller from the world’s most popular storyteller, three serial killers are on the loose and looking for revenge—and Alex Cross knows if he stops running, he has no chance of survival. The inspiration for #1 hit… Read More

  • Cross. Now streaming on Prime Video.  Alex Cross was a rising star in the Washington, DC, Police Department when an unknown shooter gunned down his wife, Maria, in front of him. Alex's need for vengeance was placed on hold as… Read More

  • In this heart-pounding thriller from the world’s most popular storyteller, with relentless danger around every corner, Detective Alex Cross is hunting down a kidnapper . . . but only if someone powerful doesn't kill him first. The inspiration for #1… Read More

  • In this captivating thriller from the world’s most popular storyteller, when a beloved relative is murdered, Detective Alex Cross vows to hunt down the killer . . . and discovers a secret that could rock the entire world. The inspiration… Read More

  • Written in the fearless voice of Detective Alex Cross, Alex Cross's Trial is a #1 New York Times bestseller of murder, love, and above all, bravery.From his grandmother, Alex Cross has heard the story of his great uncle Abraham and… Read More

  • Cross. Now streaming on Prime Video.  You can't run Detective Alex Cross is pulled out of a family celebration and given the awful news that a beloved relative has been found brutally murdered. Alex vows to hunt down the killer,… Read More

  • When the home of Alex Cross's 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… Read More

  • In this chilling, suspenseful blockbuster from the world’s most popular storyteller, Alex Cross faces off against two crazed killers setting the stage for violence and chaos all around DC. The inspiration for #1 hit streaming show, Cross. A spate of elaborate… Read More

  • Cross. Now streaming on Prime Video. Alex Cross faces two crazed killers in this chilling, suspenseful blockbuster from James Patterson, "the man who can't miss" (Time).   Just when Alex thought his life was calming down into a routine of patients… Read More

  • In this #1 New York Times bestseller from the world’s most popular storyteller, Alex Cross faces the most cunning, psychotic killer of his career. The inspiration for #1 hit streaming show, Cross.   Alex Cross was a rising star in the Washington, D.… Read More

  • In this #1 New York Times bestseller from the world’s most popular storyteller, two killers-one operating in America, one in Europe, believe Alex Cross is the only worthy opponent in the deadly game each has planned.  Inspiration for the heart-pounding Prime Video… Read More

  • FBI Agent Alex Cross is on vacation with his family in Disneyland when he gets a call from the Director. A well-known actress was shot outside her home in Beverly Hills. Shortly afterward, an editor for the Los Angeles Times… Read More

  • Discover the classic thriller that launched the bestselling detective series from the world's most popular storyteller.Alex Cross is in a race against time after two private-school children are kidnapped by their teacher—a man looking to commit the crime of the… Read More

  • In this electrifying thriller from the world’s most popular storyteller, Alex Cross is on his most terrifying murder case yet as a he must take down not one, but two serial killers working together in a twisted cross-country criminal alliance. … Read More

  • Alex Cross must face the world's most dangerous agents, criminals, and assassins. The fate of the world rests in his hands.In broad desert daylight, a mysterious platoon of soldiers evacuates the entire population of Sunrise Valley, Nevada. Minutes later, a… Read More

  • In this thrilling novel from a New York Times bestselling author, Alex Cross battles the most ruthless and powerful killer he has ever encountered—a predator known only as the Wolf.   The inspiration for #1 hit streaming show, Cross.  … Read More

  • Discover the classic thriller that launched the bestselling detective series from the world's most popular storyteller.Alex Cross is in a race against time after two private-school children are kidnapped by their teacher—a man looking to commit the crime of the… Read More

  • In this #1 New York Times bestseller from the world’s most popular storyteller, two killers-one operating in America, one in Europe, believe Alex Cross is the only worthy opponent in the deadly game each has planned.  Inspiration for the heart-pounding… Read More

  • In this #1 New York Times bestseller from the world’s most popular storyteller, join Alex Cross in a heart-stopping thrill ride as he pieces together the clues of two gruesome murders—before it’s too late.  Inspiration for the heart-pounding Prime Video… Read More

  • In this #1 New York Times bestseller, Alex Cross is ready to resign-but when his partner shows up with a case he can't refuse, he goes up against the most bone-chilling killers of his entire career.Detective Alex Cross is on… Read More

  • Detective Alex Cross must confront his most terrifying nemesis ever- and his own deepest fears- in this electrifying thriller from the world's #1 bestselling writer.D.C. Detective Alex Cross has seen a lot of crime scenes. But even he is appalled… Read More

  • In this electrifying thriller from the world’s most popular storyteller, Alex Cross is on his most terrifying murder case yet as a he must take down not one, but two serial killers working together in a twisted cross-country criminal alliance. … Read More

  • In this heart-stopping thriller, Detective Alex Cross and his beloved fiancé find themselves tangled in a complex murder investigation, threatening not only public safety, but their chance at happiness together.  Alex Cross is happy, but his happiness is threatened by… Read More

James Patterson

About the Author

James Patterson is the most popular storyteller of our time. He is the creator of unforgettable characters and series, including Alex Cross, the Women’s Murder Club, Jane Effing Smith, and Maximum Ride, and of breathtaking true stories about the Kennedys, John Lennon, and Princess Diana, as well as our military heroes, police officers, and ER nurses. He has coauthored #1 bestselling novels with Bill Clinton and Dolly Parton, told the story of his own life in James Patterson by James Patterson, and received an Edgar Award, ten Emmy Awards, the Literarian Award from the National Book Foundation, and the National Humanities Medal.

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