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Merry Christmas, Alex Cross (Alex Cross, #19)

James Patterson
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Merry Christmas, Alex Cross (Alex Cross, #19)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012

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James Patterson

Merry Christmas, Alex Cross (Alex Cross, #19)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Washington, D.C. • 2010s

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Merry Christmas, Alex Cross by James Patterson follows detective Alex Cross as he faces a Christmas Eve crisis involving both a family hostage situation and a terrorist plot. Cross must balance holiday traditions with urgent dangers, showcasing his dedication to protecting others amid personal and professional challenges.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

43,505 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

James Patterson's Merry Christmas, Alex Cross is a suspenseful holiday thriller that showcases the titular detective's relentless pursuit of justice. While praised for its fast-paced plot and unexpected twists, some readers found the story's resolution unsatisfying. Overall, it's an engaging read for Patterson fans and crime-thriller enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Merry Christmas, Alex Cross (Alex Cross, #19)?

Fans of thrilling crime novels with dynamic characters will enjoy Merry Christmas, Alex Cross by James Patterson. If you relish the suspense and cerebral complexity akin to John Grisham’s The Whistler or Michael Connelly’s The Lincoln Lawyer, this fast-paced, gripping Alex Cross installment is a perfect holiday read.

4.2

43,505 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Washington, D.C. • 2010s

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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