James Patterson; you’ve done it again!
Criss Cross was a great read. Thrilling and intense at times; James leads you with his usual style of mystery and thriller entwined.

Don’t put the book down when you get to half way- rather; walk around with it! You won’t want to miss a minute of this.

Loved it.

Will Alex Cross beat his biggest enemy to date? Alex & John are back in another great read one that will bring Alex to his feet. M is back and he wants to make sure that Alex doesn't forget that he isn't the hero that everyone thinks. Can Alex & John find a kidnapped woman before it is too late and what does M have to do with this latest case? Can Alex help prove that Martin Forbes ex FBI agent isn't guilty of the murders on that yacht and why does he think that Kyle Craig is still alive? Alex saw him burn to death so why is Kyle back? Has Alex lost his mind as well after seeing him, who wants to push him over the edge? Will the latest murders lead to M and will they find out who he is after all this time? Can Alex find out the truth before it is too late as M is coming after his family? Another great read. Alex & John never fail to bring a story to life. I was lucky enough to receive a copy via Netgalley & the publishing house in exchange for my honest review.

I love the Alex Cross books but cant help but feel that this one was a bit rushed. Not much really seemed to happen as opposed to other books in the series. Still not a bad read though, I just personally didnt enjoy it as much as others.

The winning combination of Dr. Alex Cross and John Sampson are back with another brilliant read with these two fascinating characters at the helm. I don't know why the stories involving this combo haven't been made into a TV series or a film. James Patterson is such a fantastic author and never fails to deliver an original and brilliant read.

I am a very late finder of the Alex Cross series but the more books I now read, the more I really love reading them. A great storyline in this one that kept you enthralled all the way through. I can't wait for the next book now!

A fast moving brilliantly written book yet again from James Patterson. Even if you haven’t read any of the other Alex Cross stories this one stands alone and Patterson makes sure you can understand the history of the characters as you read along. Really have to say that he never disappoints, stories always fast moving easy to read pure escapism.

I always love a novel about Alex Cross. His family is depicted so well I feel as if I'd recognise them in the street. Thoroughly enjoyed.

#CrissCross #NetGalley James Patterson is a master of his craft and this latest installment of Alex Cross is no exception. Lots of action which is what a love in a crime thriller, lots of twists and turns sending you down the wrong path before you are back on the right trail again. I love the short chapters which keep me reading 'just one more chapter' late into the night!! As well as the crime, there is the family element running alongside the story line and which, in this novel particularly, there is a lot of overlap. A cliffhanger leaves the story not entirely finished and the reader waiting eagerly for the next installment in the series!! Loved it!

I did not think that this was the best Alex Cross book and felt that it lacked the pizazz that I had come to expect. However it was still a good read with a plot that kept me trying to resolve who M was. I loved the telling of his past exploits/cases which tied in nicely with this story but it did mean that it reduced the depth and hence the length of this story somewhat.

Book Review: Criss Cross by James Patterson, the 27th book in the series and in this one perhaps the past comes back to haunt Alex.
James Patterson is one of the most prolific writers in the world and I remember his first few Alex Cross books with warmth. They were stunnigly written with real attention to the psychological state of the villains. Over the years I have dipped in and out of the Cross novels, secure in the knowledge that Alex and his family will welcome me back with open arms and some of Nana Mama's wonderful chicken.


Blurb
Could a ghost from his past take everything away from Alex Cross?
Mere hours after witnessing the execution of a killer he helped put behind bars, Alex Cross is called to the scene of a copycat murder. A note signed 'M' rests on the corpse: 'You messed up big time, Dr. Cross.'
Was an innocent man just put to death? As the executed convict's family launch a vicious campaign against Cross, his abilities as a detective are called into question.
The enigmatic 'M' lures Cross out of Washington, DC to the sites of multiple homicides, all marked with distressingly familiar details that conjure up decades-old cases and Cross family secrets.
Details that make it clear M is after a prize so dear that – were the killer to attain it – Cross's life would be destroyed.

My Thoughts
Criss Cross, the 27th Alex Cross book has the usual tantalising mix of action and family. Cross, a family man, is morally bouunfd to find the truth and when copycat crimes emerge after hes just witnessed the perpetrator be executed, Cross wonders just what mind games are being played.
In Criss Cross though, danger cmes a llittle too close to the Cross family's front door which edges up the tension quite a bit.
The dynamics between Cross and his work colleagues and his family bring the book alive for me. It's a pacy, thrilling read with a great storline. If it lacks the depth of the first Cross books, maybe that's to be expected. I enjoyed it and am grateful to Netgalley for receiving a copy.

As always, a great Alex Cross story, keeps you turning the pages for sure and waiting for the sequel!

It started with Alex Cross at the execution of Michael Edgerton a person that Alex helped put there. He chose to die in the Electric Chair (Old Sparky) and requested that Alex Cross be there. Then the murders start and the perpetrator signs each one with M. Did Alex put and watch the wrong man die? A good few murders are committed and all seem to taunt Alex Cross, another adversary no doubt like Kyle Craig was, but by all accounts, Cross is beginning to wonder if indeed he is dead as he has seen him. There is a lot going on with this story and it's been a while since I've read an Alex Cross and to my surprise, Nana Mama is still alive and kicking according to the book 90yrs old. I sometimes wonder if it's about time for Cross to bale out and retire but again as with all the Cross novels its left unfinished so there will be another book. I will most probably read another one just to see what happens next but it does make you wonder what else can Cross go through as he can't be that young anymore, and I do sometimes wonder that the books can become a bit repetitive. Plenty of action and the story has some value, and they can be read as standalone's although Alex Cross is African/American but not much description is laid out in this novel so that's ok if you know the story and have read a few novels but, to the newby it lacks description and scenery

Yet another great book in the Alex Cross series, I can believe this is book 27 !! If you’ve read the previous 26 you know what to expect, if not you need to get reading !!

Alex Cross has just witnessed the execution of Michael Edgerton, after Alex helped convict him of several murders, when a call comes in to what looks like a copycat murder. Michaels family have always been convinced he is innocent, did Alex make a mistake ?

Determined to prove he was right and to find out who is copying the murders Alex goes on a mission to find the culprit. However it will cost Alex the safety of his family, how far is he willing to go ?

As with all the Alex Cross books it is as much about detective work than his family life. The lovable Nana Mama is back looking after the family and cooking fabulous meals, as well as Ali and Jannie (2 of his children), his wife, Detective Bree Stone and his old partner John Sampson.

As always there are plenty of false leads and twists to keep you hooked. A great addition to the Alex Cross series, already looking forward to the next.

Thank you to Random House UK, Cornerstone and NetGalley for a digital copy of this book.

Thanks Netgalley and the Publisher. Good old Alex Cross saves the day again, Must be honest this is not so good as previous novels hence only 3 stars

Criss Cross is the twenty-seventh instalment to feature psychologist, police force and FBI consultant Dr Alex Cross, and I am amazed at how the series continues to go from strength to strength. The plotline is very much ripped from today's headlines: terrifyingly a convicted killer and serial rapist Mikey Edgerton who was handed the death penalty as punishment has just been executed when a murder using his very modus operandi occurs. Is someone taunting the police to make sure they know they got the wrong man and he is still free or is it merely a sick hoax and a copycat killer? Alex finds a letter from the enigmatic person known only as M who has been dropping hints and guiding him in the right direction in terms of this case for years. But who knows who can really be trusted in a game where everyone plays to win.

As always with Patterson's books so long as you can suspend your disbelief and turn a blind eye to the believability factor then you're going to enjoy the ride. Every chapter has action and thrills and this serves to keep you reading just one more even when you really should be doing other stuff. Patterson knows exactly how to grip you and not let you go and this book is no exception; it's a page-turner simply overflowing with wicked deeds, twists and surprises, exciting action and a fast-moving narrative. I always try to savour his books because they are so riveting and addictive but it's an impossibility. This is an absorbing, high-octane and compulsively readable thriller that will delight fans both old and new. Many thanks to Century for an ARC.

James Patterson is back at the top of his game with this one.

It is intense, fast paced and full of twists. Just when you think you know what's going to happen.......... you don't!

His trademark short chapters keep you hooked and guessing until the last page.

Reading about Alex, Bree, Jannie, Ali and of course Nana Mama is like catching up with old friends.

A taught, thrilling plot will keep you reading into the early hours!

Can't wait for the next one.

I have been an avid reader of the Alex Cross novels. The format could maybe do with a revamp as this seemed samey to me that said there were enough twists and turns and suspense to keep me hooked. Enjoyed the flashbacks to previous cases which intermeshed well with the storyline. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the chance to review it.

I'm a massive fan of the Alex Cross series so I jumped at the chance to review the latest installment, and I'm so pleased it didn't disappoint.
When a potential copy cat killer calling himself "M" starts taunting Detective Alex Cross, he finds himself drawn into a dangerous game that threatens those he loves. The story is full of twists, gruesome crime scenes and plenty of Cross family moments - everything you'd expect from an Alex Cross novel!
It's action packed right from the start and had me gripped straight away. With short chapters the story moved at a quick pace and I raced through it. In my opinion this is one of the best Alex Cross books in a long time, and I'm looking forward to seeing what's next for the Cross family. Thankyou to netgalley and random house uk for my ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Alex Cross is a determined man who cares about justice and helping others. But, a ‘mastermind’ M has taunted him for years with his crimes and the number of deaths are escalating. Who is M?
This book is fast paced with lots of twists and turns. My first James Patterson but not my last, really enjoyed and so will you.

I read of the early Alex Cross books but after a while I started to lose interest so when I was offered the opportunity to read the latest I was hoping my love for the early books would be rekindled. The kindle definitely sparked but throughout I felt it followed the same format as the others. Having said that, I absolutely ploughed through the book and it was full of twists and turns that kept me guessing right to the end.