The People vs. Alex Cross (Alex Cross Series #23)

by James Patterson Narrated by Andre Blake

Overview

The charges: explosive

Alex Cross has never been on the wrong side of the law-until now. Charged with gunning down followers of his nemesis Gary Soneji in cold blood, Cross is being turned into the poster child for trigger-happy cops who think they're above the law. Cross knows it was self-defense. But will a jury see it that way?

The evidence: shocking

As Cross fights for his professional life and his freedom, his former partner John Sampson brings him a gruesome, titillating video tied to the mysterious disappearances of several young girls. Despite his suspension from the department, Cross can't say no to Sampson. The illicit investigation leads them to the darkest corners of the Internet, where murder is just another form of entertainment.

The People vs. Alex Cross: the trial of the century

As the prosecution presents its case, and the nation watches, even those closest to Cross begin to doubt his innocence. If he can't convince his own family that he didn't pull the trigger with intent to kill, how can he hope to persuade a jury? But even with everything on the line, Cross will do whatever it takes to stop a dangerous criminal...even if he can't save himself.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

"Behind all the noise and the numbers, we shouldn't forget that no one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent—which is what James Patterson has, in spades. The Alex Cross series proves it."
—Lee Child

"It's no mystery why James Patterson is the world's most popular thriller writer: his uncanny skill in creating living, breathing characters we truly feel for and seamless, lightning-fast plots. I do this for a living, and he still manages to keep me guessing from the first to last page. Simply put: Nobody does it better."
—Jeffrey Deaver

"James Patterson is The Boss. End of."—Ian Rankin

"The page-turningest author in the game right now."
—San Francisco Chronicle

"Patterson has mastered the art of writing page-turning bestsellers."
—Chicago Sun-Times

AudioFile

Narrator Andre Blake voices Cross’s frustration, fear, and determination and captures the impact the case has on his family and friends. The multilayered story alternates between past and present and between the courtroom and another case that draws in Alex, his partner, and his loved ones. In true Patterson fashion, as tension rises for the characters and a verdict becomes imminent, the story also takes the opportunity to tackle topical issues, including race, justice, and technology. Listeners will be immediately invested in this suspenseful story.”

Library Journal

06/01/2017
Suspended from the force and awaiting trial after a fatal shooting, Alex Cross makes himself useful by opening a counseling office in his basement. When former partner Sampson shows up with a troublesome case, Cross decides to get involved, even if it costs him his career.

NOVEMBER 2017 - AudioFile

Dr. Alex Cross—respected police officer, FBI profiler, and psychologist—finds himself on the other side of the law when he’s accused of a murder that he claims was self-defense. Narrator Andre Blake voices Cross’s frustration, fear, and determination and captures the impact the case has on his family and friends. The multilayered story alternates between past and present and between the courtroom and another case that draws in Alex, his partner, and his loved ones. In true Patterson fashion, as tension rises for the characters and a verdict becomes imminent, the story also takes the opportunity to tackle topical issues, including race, justice, and technology. Listeners will be immediately invested in this suspenseful story. K.S.M. © AudioFile 2017, Portland, Maine

Product Details

BN ID:	2940170091768
Publisher:	Hachette Audio
Publication date:	11/20/2017
Series:	Alex Cross Series
Edition description:	Abridged

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