Well, it’s James Patterson so it’s going to hold your attention from page one. Alex Cross and wife Bree are both back in action on different cases with points of overlap. Cross is helping to solve the Family Murders, a series of murders of whole family. His team are ‘assisted’ by a writer who wants to get uncomfortably close to the case in order to continue his successful series of books on related cases. Bree, amongst other things, is tracking down cases of exploiting young men and women to make money to rescue a failing fashion business. There are frequent surprises but a reassuring ending. This is another star read. I recommend it.

I have to confess this is the first James Patterson novel I've read, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. What a grippy and twisty ride it was.
A serial killer is targeting families around Washington, DC, slipping into their homes at night, disabling the alarm systems, and shooting whole families, three generations at a time, in cold blood. Alex Cross is there to investigate but also interested in the crimes is Thomas Tull who writes best selling books about serial killers. Meanwhile Cross's wife, Bree, is off investigating a fashion house which is on dodgy ground, after she has been hired by an anonymous client. Her investigations take her into a murky world where people connected with the case are assassinated .
Several apparently disparate story lines are carefully woven together by the author in this book, the key suspects constantly changing so that as soon as you think you've grasped who is guilty the evidence points to somebody else. The book is high action, fast paced and with short chapters it makes very easy reading. The main characters are likeable and definitely you'd want them on your side. Excellent writing that makes easy reading.
With thanks to Netgalley and Random House UK, Cornerstone for an arc in return for an honest review.

Alex Cross gets better with age, and after 30 cases is showing no signs of slowing down. Here’s to 30 more!

A killer is targeting families in the DC area. Ruthless murders under the cover of darkness, no family member spared. The media have dubbed him the Family Man killer. Alex Cross and Detective John Samson are working with the FBI to try and catch the killer quickly, before there are more deaths. The renowned true crime writer Thomas Tull claims to have spotted patterns in the Family Man killings, and offers to help on the case, in return for full involvement, so he can write his next blockbuster book. Alex Cross is left wondering how much of Tull’s claims are fact and how much is fiction.

Meanwhile Bree Stone, Cross’s wife, is investigating a fashion industry big name in New York. She has been hired by an anonymous client, with broad parameters on the investigation. She quickly unearths more than expected. As she digs deeper, people connected with the case keep getting killed off. She continues to dig and what she unearths shocks both her and Alex.

This is book 30 in the Alex Cross series, and it is just as gripping as the 29 before it. Even though the Alex Cross books are a series, you can read this book stand alone as with many of the others. However, if you have read the series, this book is like being welcomed back into the fold of a loving family. Mama Nana cooking by the stove, Alex and Bree brainstorming their cases out on the stoop, and the kids playing basketball on the driveway. Samson dropping by for a beer on his way home from work, and for some of Mama Nana’s famous cooking. At the end of the day Cross catches the killer, and makes the world that bit safer. It should be boring, formulaic, repetitive by now. But Alex Cross never disappoints, never fails to entertain, and always keeps you turning the pages, and ends with mysteries leaving you wanting more.

*I received this book from NetGalley for review but all opinions are my own.

What another excellent book in the Alex Cross series. Because you know the main characters already, its just the "guest" ones for this book you need to get used to, so that helps straight away. Storyline wise, you do wonder where the book is going with there being 2 distinct storylines before eventually they cross over and has you hurriedly reading on to find out what is happening next! Some nice twists and turns in the book that you don't see coming. Highly recommend the book!

Very exciting;
I've read many of the early Alex Cross crime novels and this 30th case got me excited again. One can easily read this book without having to know the previous cases. There is also an overarching story that probably stretches across several books. However, the details are limited and do not disturb. I particularly liked the fact that Alex and his wife Bree each work independently on a case. Since the narrative perspective changes back and forth between the two, it's always exciting and I really wanted to read on and know more. Both cases are very well told. Alex Cross is still a great read after so many books. Good entertainment!

Another great story from James Patterson with his character Alex Cross. Non stop action from beginning to end. A very complex story in many ways which unravels brilliantly to the conclusion. A great cast of characters and a well developed method of making them all appear real. Read it in one day and couln't put it down!.

It’s hard to believe that this is the 30th Alex Cross book, and it feels as fresh as ever. It’s like taking up with an old friend, comfortable, enjoyable and you know you’re going to have a good time. Alex’s family has grown with him, and his children have definite characters of their own, and I love Nana Mama, although I do wonder how much longer she will be able to appear in each new book in the series. A really good read, with great plotting, pacing and writing. Another 5 star read.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book.

James Patterson returns with his annual Alex Cross novel. This, the thirtieth, is no different to any of the previous 29 - there are plot twists, thrills, killers, and one of the most wholesome families in crime fiction: the Cross's. My favourite, Nana Mama, gets the best lines, even if she is relegated to the kitchen these days.

The plot this time involves a killer that targets whole families. A famous crime writer takes an interest in the case, and Alex takes an interest in him. Having a crime novelist at its centre allows Patterson to make commentary upon his industry that add another element to the mix.

Then there are the ongoing mysteries relating to M / Maestro which are backgrounded here, but intersect with the narrative in interesting ways.

If you love Patterson or Alex Cross, this is another cracking read. If you don't there is nothing here to convince you otherwise. I think of his work like a Big Mac - I enjoy eating it and afterwards I'm still hungry for more.

Thank you to the publishers and Netgalley for the ARC.

Im a huge Alex Cross fan and this did not disappoint, once again Alex is chasing a chilling killer, along side his partner Samson, and the duel story had his wife Bree on an investigation of her own which I enjoyed too.
As always it had you guessing until the end and always good to hear how Nana Mama is doing too. Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the chance to read this early copy.

TRiple Cross is the latest in the very prolific James Patterson's Alex Cross series. Amazingly the first of the 30 Alex Cross books was published way back in 1993.
Triple Cross finds cross trying to track down a serial killer known as "The Family Man", a truly callous and evil individual who targets seemingly random whole families to murder,children included. As Cross investigates so does a best-selling True Crime author who has made his name writing books about murders that his insights have helped Police solve.
While Alex continues his homicide investigation wife Bree is investigating the alleged murky secrets of a Fashion icon.

As Alex Cross fans have come to expect this is a fast-moving and exciting read with some neat twists and a big shift in the backstory of Cross's nemesis, the mysterious "M".

What can I say about Alex Cross that hasn't been said before. Triple Cross is book number 30 to feature Detective Cross and I think it is probably the longest series that I have constantly kept reading. I might have a happy dance when I received this advanced ARC to read, and it did not stay unread for long. After a few dud reads, I picked it up, knowing that Patterson would not let me down.

One of my all time favourite authors, and he did not disappoint. Alex and John are working the case of a serial killer who kills entire families. They have a clever killer on the run, never leaving any clues. At the same time, Alex's wife, Bree has a top secret case in New York. The Alex Cross books are always full of action and adventure, and with short chapters, they are really hard to stop reading.

If I was in trouble, I would definitely want Alex Cross helping me. He is tough, takes no crap and highly dedicated. He loves his family more than anything, and they are a part of my world now too. How can you not love Nanna Mama and her cooking, or Ali and his keen detective skills.

These books are always a highlight in my reading year, and I will continue to read them as long as James Patterson writes them.

A massive thank you to Random House UK for making this Patterson fan very very happy.

Triple Cross is out October 27th.

The main storyline of this is seriously chilling. A serial killer is targeting whole families at once in a stealthy and calculated way. Nobody is safe within the household including elderly grandparents and young children which leads to a very atmospheric and dark read and definitely played on my worst fears to give a terrifying edge.
The lead detectives of the case are enigmatic and I was invested in them and learning about their personal lives and believed in them as characters so this was definitely a bonus. I was slightly distracted when the action was away from the main part of the story, however, so did not find it completely compelling as a whole.
Overall the premise and effect was good and I would recommend it as a read.
I was lucky enough to receive this as an ARC and there were some slight problems with the proof copy insofar as every time a word contained ‘ff’ those characters were missing. This led to some amusement (I especially liked coee for coffee, I might start calling it that) and wasn’t too troublesome.

A killer is targeting families in the DC area. Dr Alex Cross and Detective John Samson are working with the FBI to track down the perpetrator. Thomas Tull is an author famous for writing books about serial killer cases which he helped solve. Both Cross and Samson are dubious about his approach especially after accusations are made against Tull by some law enforcement personnel involved in the previous cases.

While Cross is busy in DC his wife Bree Stone is asked to investigate a fashion industry high flyer however, she does not know who the client asking for the investigation is. When she travels to New York she discovers allegations of sex trafficking and prostitution. When several people involved in the conspiracy are killed Bree is off the case but can't help but keep digging to see if she can discover who wanted the investigation in the first place.

I received an ARC of this book from Netgalley - every word which should contain "ff" didn't which made for some interesting sentences at times but this did not distract from my enjoyment of the book. Well paced story with plenty of twists and turns.

Thanks to Netgalley, Random House UK and James Patterson for the ARC in return for an honest review.

Alex Cross in fine fettle yet again hunting a killer known as the Family Man killer. The story is pacy and well structured, with the twists and turns we have come to expect from James Patterson. This one was long awaited and all the more enjoyable for that.

In the meantime, Bree is hired to spy on a society stalwart, a case with its own revelations.

All in all a worthy addition to the Cross series. Thank you Mr Patterson.

James Patterson gas smashed it again with this amazing Alex cross instalment. He just gets better and better. Only downside is having to wait for the next one! This is a fast paced thrilling read. Highly recommend this.

Well, what can I say, James Patterson has done it again! A complete page turner and can not put down book. An Alex Cross book which can be read independently or as a follow on to the series, this story follows a serial killer dubbed ‘The Family Man” with plenty of red herrings, twists and turns. Absolutely recommend this to everyone, only downside (no spoilers) is the cliffhanger and having to wait for the next book! Thank you for the advanced copy, from one very happy JP follower! :-)