Alex Cross's Trial (Alex Cross, #15)
Alex Cross's Trial (Alex Cross, #15)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009
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Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009380
Novel • Fiction
Eudora, Mississippi • 1900s
2009
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Alex Cross's Trial by James Patterson and Richard DiLallo follows attorney Ben Corbett, who is sent by President Roosevelt to investigate lynching in Eudora, Mississippi. Corbett, aided by Abraham Cross and his family, faces severe dangers as they confront racial injustice and violence in the early 1900s American South.
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Review Roundup
Alex Cross's Trial by James Patterson and Richard DiLallo offers a compelling historical narrative with engaging characters and a gripping plot. Reviews highlight the book's powerful depiction of racial tensions and strong storytelling. However, some critics find the pacing uneven and the writing style occasionally clichéd. Overall, it's a thought-provoking read that resonates emotionally.
Who Should Read Alex Cross's Trial (Alex Cross, #15)?
Readers who enjoy To Kill a Mockingbird and The Help will likely be engrossed by Alex Cross's Trial by James Patterson and Richard DiLallo. This historical thriller explores themes of racial injustice and courage in early 20th-century America, appealing to fans of gripping, socially conscious narratives.
36,816 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Eudora, Mississippi • 1900s
2009
Adult
18+ years
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