Cross and Sampson - James Patterson

Cross and Sampson - James Patterson

James Patterson

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Published 22 October 2026

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  • Pages · 368 pages
  • Publication Date · 22/10/2026
  • Genre · Thriller / suspense
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Discover the Sunday Times bestselling spin-off to the thrilling Alex Cross series, featuring DC Metro Police Detective John Sampson... now the inspiration for the original series CROSS on Prime Video starring Aldis Hodge as Alex Cross. 'Overflowing with jaw-dropping action and suspense' - 5-star reader review'I love these characters, their personalities and family bonds' - 5-star reader review'Fast pacing, sharp dialogue, and a case that keeps the tension high from start to finish!' - 5-star reader reviewDetectives Alex Cross and John Sampson must divide and conquer when they're sent to investigate two serious crimes. In Washington DC, John Sampson stands in a crater in the middle of a street and calls in the bomb squad for a suspected terrorist attack. In North Carolina, Alex Cross searches the apartment of a missing psychology grad student - his own son Damon. Has following in his famous father's footsteps made Damon a target?From FBI headquarters to police stations, airplanes to murder scenes, the detectives track crimes committed hundreds of miles apart. It will take more than distance to weaken their unstoppable partnership. --------------------------------------------'Alex Cross is a legend' HARLAN COBEN'Behind all the noise and the numbers, we shouldn't forget that no one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades. The Alex Cross series proves it' LEE CHILD

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