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Summary: He can't write the way he used to
Review: It was a fast read, but I don't think he can write very well anymore. I used to love James, but his past few books have dissapointed me. It was fun to read at times, but boring most of the time. The ending was surprising, if implausable. The best thing I can say is that he is easy to read with his writing style. Let's hope the next one lives up to "Kiss the Girls" or "See How They Run." Get it together James! I know you can do it!
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Summary: He's done it again
Review: James Patterson's book are fantastik. If you've never read one, GET ONE ! This book is very suspenceful right up until the last page. I never would have suspected who the killer actually was. Keeps you guessing til the last sentence. All his books are wonderful, this one is no acception. BUY IT !!!!
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Summary: This 'Rose' Rocks
Review: I am an avid fan of James Patterson's novels-specifically of Alex Cross. Mr. Patterson has created characters that we have grown to care about and love. I must say that this was one of his better efforts in that the reader gets to see Cross operate on so many different levels-and not just professionally. Written for the experienced Cross fan, a first time James Patterson/Alex Cross reader won't get to know the characters as those of us who have read the other books do, but will more than likely spur one to read the other Cross offerings. (and find out why Sampson calls Cross "Sugar.") The book was very crisply written, and is one you won't want to put down. If you are into escapism as I am, you'll enjoy this one right up to the surprise ending. I usually start to form some type of idea of who the "bad guy" is, and I must say this is one of the most cunning ones Patterson has crafted. You will be shocked when s/he is revealed, then ask yourself, "Why didn't I think of her/him?" (kind of like "I coulda had a V8!") This book challenges and stimulates and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
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Summary: See Alex Run. Run Alex Run. See Alex...
Review: As a long time fan I am truly disappointed in James Patterson. His latest Alex Cross novel reads like a grade school primer. The focus is more on Delaware, who is portrayed as an empty shell of a man wandering about aimlessly, than on any 'heart pounding' 'thriller'. Now if you want a real dynamic character try reading Lee Child's Jack Reacher series. Fantastic!!!
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Summary: Wow-e!
Review: In the words of my one-year-old Godson - wow-e!. This kept me on edge the whole time. I didn't want to put it down. I think this is the best Alex Cross mystery yet, and I can't wait for the follow up. What a cliffhanger.
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Summary: What a disappointment!
Review: A thick book but a quick read without much 'meat'. I was very excited to get this book and ended up completely disappointed in Alex Cross, his kids, his nana, his ex and his new lady-love. Not a whole lot of interesting stuff going on in this story, folks.
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Summary: SUPER READ
Review: I read this book in a day! It was a great read. The reoccuring charaters are like old friends. I recommend it to every James Patterson fan out there.
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Summary: WOW!
Review: I just finished the book and cannot believe it! This was definitely his best! I cannot wait for the sequel. The surprise ending will blow your mind. A must read!
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Summary: He Keeps Getting Better
Review: I never thought I would encounter an Alex Cross book better than the last, but Patterson has managed to simply outdo himself. The characters continue to pull you in to their lives and you will find yourself cheering, ranting, and, in this book, even crying and praying with the story. I could not put this book down and the ending left me absolutely breathless. If you like Patterson and adore Cross, rush to get this book. I only hope the next book is released much sooner than currently planned.
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Summary: Crisp, Short, Chapters Full of Suspense
Review: What a book! James Patterson is one of my favorite authors, and I have not read a bad book by him. Some are not up to par with his better books, Kiss the Girls and Along Came a Spider, but how can anyone top those two? Roses are Red comes close, however.Alex Cross, our favorite detective-hero has his heart broken, fixed, and only to be broken once more. And to complicate matters he is involved in a horrid manhunt for a man called the Mastermind. Patterson has created some fairly creepy characters, Gary Soneji, Casanova, Mr. Smith, The Weasel, all smart pyschopaths who were in the end outwitted by Alex Cross. But the Mastermind tops them all with his sheer brilliance. Cross finds himself three steps behind and when he thinks he's gotten somewhere, the next chapter reveals stunning new information to prove otherwise. Don't bother trying to figure out who the Mastermind is; that's impossible. But I will let you in on a little secret, any Patterson loyalist or a Patterson reader of the first time will be absolutely tounge-tied when they read the last sentence. I know I was.
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