James Patterson

Born: 1947

James Patterson, a prolific and bestselling author known for his captivating thrillers, is the mastermind behind the gripping "Alex Cross" series. With titles like "Along Came a Spider" and "Kiss the Girls," Patterson weaves intricate plots filled with suspense and intrigue. His writing style effortlessly blends action and mystery, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. Patterson's career boasts over 30 titles in the "Alex Cross" series alone, including "Cross My Heart" and "Cross Fire." For fans looking to dive into the series, the "Alex Cross" books in order promise a thrilling journey through the mind of a brilliant detective. James Patterson's work continues to captivate readers worldwide with each new release.

Series by This Author

NYPD Red

6 books in series

NYPD Red is an elite task force protecting the rich and famous in New York City. Detectives Zach Jordan and Kylie MacDonald handle high-profile cases ...

Private

10 books in series

Jack Morgan runs Private, an exclusive investigation firm with offices in major cities around the globe. Staffed by forensic scientists, investigators...

Michael Bennett

14 books in series

NYPD Detective Michael Bennett is a widowed father of ten adopted children living in New York City. Bennett balances the demands of his enormous famil...

Women's Murder Club

23 books in series

Four professional women in San Francisco form an unofficial crime-solving group: homicide detective Lindsay Boxer, medical examiner Claire Washburn, r...

Maximum Ride

9 books in series

Max and her flock are kids with wings—genetically engineered human-avian hybrids who escaped from a sinister laboratory called the School. On the run ...

Alex Cross

34 books in series

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Alex Cross is a Washington D.C. homicide detective with a PhD in psychology from Johns Hopkins. He specializes in cases involving serial killers and, ...