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Detective Cross by James Patterson

kdad64's review against another edition

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2.0

A true Book-Shot,indeed.
I'm not sure Alex Cross lends well to what amounts to a novel-based commercial.
Not the worst way to spend your time but your Alex Cross appetite may be barely sated after reading this.

tacyg's review against another edition

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adventurous mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

mrz_owenz's review against another edition

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3.0

These Book Shots are intended to be quick reads and suffer a bit because of it. The character development is minimal, the plot feels rushed (because it is), and it was a bit heavy-handed with its social criticism. That being said, it was still a fairly entertaining way to spend a couple hours - light, fast-paced, and engaging.

bkeving_74's review against another edition

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4.0

Best book shot yet

This was a really quick read. In this format the author has to get to the point fast and stick with it. Plot was evident throughout.

kstumpf's review against another edition

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5.0

Maybe Patterson should ONLY write Bookshots. Action packed, quick, concise story. Beginning, middle, and end. Not rushed but told an entire story. Something that has been missing from previous Cross novels.

tabbeycat123's review against another edition

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adventurous mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

marsetta's review against another edition

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4.0

An anonymous caller has promised to set off deadly bombs in Washington, DC. A cruel hoax or the real deal? By the time Alex Cross and his wife, Bree Stone, uncover the chilling truth, it may already be too late....

This is Patterson's longest running series, and there have been a few misses over the years but this one certainly hits all the buttons. Although this is a short read (about 160 pages), it is full of action and whilst you find out why the bombs are been set off, you are kept guessing as to who the bomber is.

Overall this is a quick paced story which is full of twists to keep the reader interested. Looking forward to reading the new book The People vs. Alex Cross shortly.

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jevon_mommy's review against another edition

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4.0

Super quick read! Loved the plot and the sequence of the events. I am love a good thriller!

lindajo's review against another edition

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challenging dark mysterious tense

3.0

Good story but short. I kept reading it until it was done. 

jevon_mommy's review against another edition

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4.0

Super quick read! Loved the plot and the sequence of the events. I am love a good thriller!