Along Came a Spider

by James Patterson

Book Overview

Discover the classic thriller that launched the #1 detective series and is the inspiration for the original series Cross on Prime Video

Alex Cross is a homicide detective with a Ph.D. in psychology. He works and lives in Southeast D.C. and looks like Muhammad Ali in his prime. He's a tough guy from a tough part of town who wears Harris Tweed jackets and likes to relax by banging out Gershwin tunes on his baby grand piano. But...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0316693642
• ISBN13: 9780316693646
• Release Date: February 1993
• Publisher: Little Brown and Company
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 1.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.3" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

Along Came a Spider was a good mystery.

This was my first book I have read by James Patterson. I give the book a 8 out of 10. For the most part it was a thrilling page-turner. I would buy another book of his.

Loved it!!

I was so skeptical about reading this book, I didn’t know if it would be boring or just drag on too long. I’m not a huge fan of James Patterson, I first read the confessions books of his and they just didn’t always keep my attention. This book however changed my perspective a little bit, I was able to finish this book in 4 days, it was a great book, lots of twist, I loved the movie as well, the book had more twists and more of a interesting storyline. It was great to read.

Along Came A Spider

James Patterson is always great at weaving a web of mystery, and this one does not disappoint. It is definitely a page-turner.

10/10 Recommend

As a younger adult I always loved James Patterson. He truly outdone himself on this book. The description isn't as good as it should be. I bought this book because I wanted free shipping on my order and needed another book. I was only half way interested in this one. I can't put it down! I am truly hooked. It is full of mystery and is written so well. This book will not disappoint.

Loved it

Did not want to put this down. Splendid spell binding

TNT PERFORMANCES OF THIS EXPLOSIVE TALE

Whether read by actor, director, writer Charles Turner as is the unabridged version of James Patterson's spellbinding thriller or by Alton Fitzgerald White and Michael Cumpsty on the abridged release, each performer brings a persuasive depth to this horrific tale. It's a story that grabs listeners with the opening lines and doesn't let go until the last syllable is uttered. Calling himself the Son of Lindbergh, a psychopathic kidnapper/killer seems able to elude the FBI, the Secret Service, and local law enforcement officers. This brilliant sicko has kidnaped the daughter of a famous movie star and the son of the Secretary of the Treasury. He nabbed them despite their ever watchful Secret Service guardians. He knew he could do it, and he did. Determined to commit the crime of the century, this Mr. Peepers like math. teacher evidently has a split personality, apparently at times incapable of remembering the heinous crimes he has committed. What a challenge for homicide detective Alex Cross despite his degree in psychology. Another challenge for Cross is mysterious, beautiful, intelligent Jezzie Flanagan, supervisor of the Secret Service. There's attraction with a capital A between these two, but meanwhile a maniacal killer is on the loose. TNT performances by all in their rendering of this explosive tale.

FIRST RATE SUSPENSE

Having read everything by Michael Conelly and Jeffrey Deaver, I was looking for a master of suspense with an imaginative and intellectual lead character. I found both with James Patterson's Along Came A Spider and Dr. Alex Cross.Alex Cross is a lead detective with the Washington Police Department. He is also a very able licensed psychologist. While investigating a series of murders he is called out to take the lead in the investigation of the kidnapping of a politician's son and a movie star's daughter (Maggie Rose). It isnt long before he finds out the murderer and the kidnapper are one in the same. The manhunt for Gary Sonjei and the search for little lost Maggie Rose have Cross teamed up with the FBI and the Secret Service. Sonjei proves to be evil incarnate with a master plan and a high I.Q. The plot thickens and surprises abound, keeping interest at a high level throughout the book.Patterson delivers what every suspense reader wants.... a vulnerable and loveable good guy along with a bad guy that has you afraid to turn out the lights at night. Just when you think you have it all figured out he kicks up the intensity another notch.The book is a smooth read. There are little to no dull spots. You will finish this book wanting to read another Alex Cross novel. I know I did. FIVE STAR THRILLER !!

along came a spider

James Patterson has to be the greatest writers of thrillers/suspence as of late. All I can say about any of James Patterson's books is that if you read a prologue to any of his work, you are hooked. Along came a Spider is no execption. The Character Alex Cross is so well developed and likeable that you only want more of him. James Patterson keeps his chapters short and to the point with no unnecessary narrative's. I read Along came a Spider when it first hit the book stores and i couldn't wait for J.P.'s next book. There are so many twists and turns in Along Came a Spider that you keep trying to figure out how he is going to tie it all together, but he does and so well. I reccommend, Jack N Jill, Cat & Mouse, When the Wind Blows and JP's latest book, POP GOES THE WEASAL. Anything By james patterson is worth the money and your time, he always keeps you guessing

An addicting masterpiece by the best suspense author ever!

This has not been the first time I've read a James Patterson piece. His amazing piece, Cat & Mouse was one of the quickest and most enjoyable reads I have ever had. Because of this, my expectations for this book were extremely high. However, Patterson exceeded my expecations in an unbelievable way. This is a true tale of good versus evil, pitting a Washington detective (Cross) against an abused and inteligent psychopath (Soneji). However, this story is not nearly as straight forward as one might expects, as it is filled with plot twists. Many of these revelations left me in complete shock only as James Patterson can. And although 500 pages may seem never-ending, the pace makes it quite the contrary. It is a must read for anyone who enjoys the suspense/mystery genre of writing, and a high recommendation for anyone else.