Author Intro:
James Patterson is an American author best known for his mystery and thriller novels. He is one of the highest-selling authors of all time and has written over 100 books. His books have sold over 300 million copies worldwide and have been translated into 44 languages.
1. Along Came a Spider (1993) – Along Came a Spider is the first of James Patterson’s series featuring detective Alex Cross. The novel follows Cross as he investigates the kidnapping of a young girl and the murder of a Secret Service agent.
2. Kiss the Girls (1995) – Kiss the Girls is the second book in the Alex Cross series. It follows Cross as he investigates a string of missing women in North Carolina and tries to find the man responsible.
3. Jack & Jill (1996) – Jack & Jill is the third book in the Alex Cross series. It follows Cross as he investigates a mysterious serial killer who is targeting powerful figures in Washington, D.C.
4. Cat & Mouse (1997) – Cat & Mouse is the fourth book in the Alex Cross series. It follows Cross as he investigates a serial killer who is targeting members of the police force.
5. Pop Goes the Weasel (1999) – Pop Goes the Weasel is the fifth book in the Alex Cross series. It follows Cross as he investigates a series of murders in London and the reappearance of an old nemesis.
6. Roses are Red (2000) – Roses are Red is the sixth book in the Alex Cross series. It follows Cross as he tries to track down a deadly bomber who is targeting Washington, D.C.
7. Violets are Blue (2001) – Violets are Blue is the seventh book in the Alex Cross series. It follows Cross as he investigates the disappearance of a young girl in the Caribbean and a mysterious cult.
8. Four Blind Mice (2002) – Four Blind Mice is the eighth book in the Alex Cross series. It follows Cross as he investigates a series of mysterious murders linked to the military.
9. The Big Bad Wolf (2003) – The Big Bad Wolf is the ninth book in the Alex Cross series. It follows Cross as he investigates a series of gruesome killings and a powerful criminal organization.