James patterson is a prolific author of thrillers, mysteries, young adult novels and more. See the complete james patterson new releases 20202021 below. 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. Read more buy hardback buy ebook buy paperback new alex cross the people vs alex cross alex cross 25. Alex cross is a crime, mystery, and thriller novel series written by james patterson. The alex cross series is a series of novels written by the prolific american author james patterson. Check out all james patterson new releases with out continously updated guide. Find your next james patterson good read and 2019, 2020, 2021 release dates here. Author james patterson introduced the alex cross character in 1993, with the first book in the series,along came a spider. James pattersons blockbuster alex cross series has sold over 100 million copiesand now hes bringing those thrills to a new generation. Criss cross, the anticipated new alex cross novel from james patterson. This is when the popular and thrilling debut novel in. He is making a valiant effort to keep up with the demands of his voracious readers. Alex cross, the 24th book in his popular new york times bestselling series.
This is the 26th book in the series and you get to know the main characters and family well. Check out the seven new books coming out by james patterson in our james patterson new book list for 2016. Deadly cross alex cross book 28 by james patterson. His books have sold in excess of 385 million copies worldwide. 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. Police department when an unknown shooter gunned down his wife in front of him. Set in cross gritty beat in the heart of washington d. Alex cross is the fictional character created by james patterson, and is a detective slash psychologist based in washington. Should we read the james patterson alex cross books in. Lets remove the patterson name for a moment and take an indepth look at this newest novel. James patterson new book list for 2016 newinbooksnewinbooks. Alex cross series in order james patterson fictiondb. His first successful series featured psychologist alex cross. Find out the latest james patterson book release dates.
James patterson holds the guinness world record for having authored the most new york times bestselling hardcover fiction books. James patterson has been going ever since 1976 with the thomas berryman number. Alex cross series in 1993, james patterson released his 8th book along came a spider which introduced the world to detective alex cross. As he navigates his hometown waters he unearths a family secret and must confront a ghost he long believed was dead. This is a complete list of every book james patterson has written in order, and separated by series or character.
James patterson fans are very familiar with the alex cross series, probably more than any other book or series written by james patterson. It has a different perspective that makes the reader now see all of the books in this series in a new light. All of james pattersons books in order hachette book group. The 21st book in james pattersons successful alex cross series follows alex cross as he returns home to north carolina to prove his cousins innocence in a crime. It is hard to find authors as popular as james patterson, and his alex cross books are at the epicenter. Alex crosss trial is not your typical james patterson alex cross book. The sequel would become kiss the girls, a second novel that was released in 1994. James patterson audio books, best sellers, author bio. James pattersons alex cross series books in order hachette. Alexs need for someone is murdering hollywoods alist, and alex. Checklist alex cross womens murder club michael bennett private.
James brendan patterson born march 22, 1947 is an american author and philanthropist. James patterson does an incredible job writing through the perspective. This hilarious and adorable picture book about creativity, fear of failure, and embracing your. From alex cross to the womens murder club series, patterson has been writing gripping fiction. Alex cross is a book series written by james patterson.
Cross takes on the case and runs into a government cover up that goes to the highest levels of the white house. James patterson cross is the authors 12th story in the bestselling alex cross series this novel was released on november, 2006. This november, alex cross is set to return in james pattersons target. Of all the books patterson will be releasing this year, the new cross book is perhaps the second most anticipated novel from one of the most famous authors alive today, just behind his collaboration thriller the president. Get the latest news and updates from james straight to your inbox. The thomas berryman number, which was published in 1976, is the first book james patterson had published. Im addicted to the alex cross series, hence the name. James patterson is the worlds bestselling author, famed for his many enduring fictional characters and series, including alex cross, the womens murder club, michael bennett, maximum ride, middle school, i funny, and jacky haha. Mar 19, 2020 james patterson is a prolific author of thrillers, mysteries, young adult novels and more. James pattersons alex cross series hachette book group. The thomas berryman number, which was published in 1976, is. Alex cross is the lead character in the alex cross series of novels by novelist james patterson. We have a growing list of new james patterson books and novels.
Signup to receive the latest news and updates from james patterson new alex cross. Womens murder club series james patterson book list. C supporting characters include two of cross s children, damon, and janelle, as well as his grandmother nana. After the assassination of a senator alexs wife bree is searching for the killer and alex is being stalked by an unknown person. James patterson cross is the authors 12th story in the bestselling alex cross series.
Pattersons writing career is characterized by a single mission. From the start a page turner, which is typical for pattersons writing style. Currently, there are 28 main books in the series, with the latest one. Hes been writing away ever since with about 100 books to his name. Here we get, the brutal murder of his estranged niece. Criss cross, the anticipated new alex cross novel from james patterson, is currently available for preorder here, or anywhere else books are sold. James patterson new releases, 2020 books book release dates. James pattersons new releases 2020 alex cross addict. James patterson is the creator and the author of the alex cross series. James patterson s first novel the thomas berryman number was turned down by 31 publishers before it was accepted by little, brown, and company in 1976 and won the edgar award for best first novel.
What is the chronological order of the alex cross books. Mar 20, 2018 this november, alex cross is set to return in james pattersons target. 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. Below is the order of all of the alex cross novels.
Alex cross by james patterson is a fast paced thriller that has plenty of action. Alex cross set to return this november in james patterson. Since then, patterson hasnt looked back, routinely releasing several books a year, often cowritten with other writers. James patterson alex cross books in order mystery sequels. Criss cross alex cross book 27 by james patterson 4. The author of the alex cross series, is not james patterson, but alex cross himsef. Extremely popular worldwide, james patterson has sold over 230 million books.
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. Apr 29, 2019 james patterson is the worlds bestselling author. Equality is still a foreign concept especially in the south. I consent to you using my details to send me james. James patterson is the worlds bestselling author, best known for his many enduring fictional characters and series, including alex cross, the womens murder club, michael bennett, maximum ride, middle school, i funny, and jacky haha. The series of books is in the mystery crime and thriller genres. The creator of alex cross, he has produced more enduring fictional heroes than any other novelist alive. Discover the riveting thriller series featuring detective alex cross written by bestselling author james patterson. The first in the novel series is along came a spider published in 1993.
In the newest books, he begins a relationship with bree stone, whom he eventually marries. See the complete alex cross series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. His work spans nearly all genres including childrens, romance, and science fiction. This launched the start of the womens murder club series which has gone on to become one of his most read and most loved series of books. James patterson new book list for 2015 newinbooksnewinbooks. Among his works are the alex cross, michael bennett, womens murder club, maximum ride, daniel x, nypd red, witch and wizard, and private series, as well as many standalone thrillers, nonfiction and romance novels. His books have sold more than 300 million copies and he was. He is the author of some of the most popular series of the past two decades the alex cross. The complete series list for alex cross james patterson. The film alex cross was based on the book cross, which was released in 2006 and is the 12th novel in the alex cross series. Each book in the series is a whole story with a beginning and an ending, however there are references to prior stories in the series. Csupporting characters include two of crosss children, damon, and janelle, as well as his grandmother nana mama.
This is when the popular and thrilling debut novel in the series was released, along came a spider. Alex cross is a specialist in forensic psychology, originally working for the washington dc police department and later as an fbi senior agent. What is the name of james pattersons first published novel. He is known for writing captivating stories with a twist that his fans cannot get enough of. Alexs son ali is eager to follow in his fathers footsteps as a detective, but when his best friend goes missing, what price will he have to pay to. Alex cross faces the most cunning, psychotic killer of his career in the blockbuster james patterson novel that inspired a major motion picture.