The 10th book in the Alex Cross series by James Patterson is here.

It's yet another very fast-paced and action-filled novel. However, it doesn't quite reach the standards set by the other Alex Cross novels.

The synopsis goes like this: Minutes after soldiers evacuate a Nevada town, a bomb completely destroys it.

On vacation, FBI agent Alex Cross gets the call: the blast was perpetrated by the Wolf, a super criminal and Cross's deadliest nemesis.

The Wolf threatens to obliterate major cities like London, Paris, and New York. Then evidence reveals the involvement of a ruthless assassin known as the Weasel.

Could these two dark geniuses be working together? Now, with just four days to prevent an unimaginable cataclysm, Cross is catapulted into an international chase of astonishing danger.

He is racing towards the explosive truth about the Wolf's identity, a revelation that Cross may not survive.

This book promises to be a thrilling ride, but it remains to be seen if it can truly measure up to the expectations set by the previous installments in the series.

One out of every seventeen hardcover books sold in the US is written by James Patterson. Intrigued by the hype, I decided to give one of his books a try.

I'm grateful that I borrowed it from the library because the mere thought of my money contributing to the Patterson book-writing machine makes me cringe. The writing in this particular book, the tenth in his Alex Cross series, is truly abysmal. The plotting is lackadaisical, and the characters are as insubstantial as balsa wood. And there are so many exclamation points!

However, to his credit, Patterson appears unashamed (or is it unembarrassed?), and so the machine continues to chug along, playing its role in bolstering the publishing industry. It's a phenomenon that's both puzzling and somewhat concerning. How can such poorly written books achieve such popularity? Perhaps it's a testament to the power of marketing and branding. Or maybe readers are simply looking for a quick and easy read, regardless of the quality. Whatever the reason, Patterson's success shows no signs of slowing down.

Warning: don’t read if you’re not in a good state of mind.

That was the darkest of James Patterson's works I've read so far. It truly made me feel quite depressed at times. I'm even surprised that I managed to finish reading it. The story is centered around the mafia, terrorism, bombings, and an abundance of killing. There are two of the most horrific villains I've ever come across. Basically, these villains are extremely controlling, holding the world to ransom. Although I'm well aware that it's a fictional story, it's still depressing to think that terrorism of this nature exists in the real world.

However, it's still an 'enjoyable' fast-paced and gripping story, just like all of Patterson's. And Alex Cross is a brilliant character. He even managed to squeeze in a little light-hearted romance, which was quite charming.

My only criticism is that the ending felt rushed and a bit random. It was not at all what I expected. It left me with a bit of a sense of dissatisfaction. But overall, despite its flaws, it was still a captivating read.

I had not delved into a James Patterson book for a considerable number of years. This particular one is the 10th installment of the Alex Cross series, out of approximately 20 books in total. The last book of his that I had read was number 9, and at that time, I was completely immersed in the series.

This turned out to be yet another classic James Patterson offering. Each chapter is relatively short, around 200 words, filled with non-stop action, but with very little in-depth character development. If Goodreads permitted it, I would rate this book a 2.5. I awarded it 3 stars mainly because it is such an effortless read and suspenseful enough to keep me turning the pages.

However, my main issue lies in the fact that there is extremely limited character or even scene development. It is nearly impossible to figure out who the villain is, and when you eventually do, it fails to have any real impact. Additionally, it suffers from what I call the "Star Trek syndrome," meaning that if a minor character is introduced in the book, there is a very high probability that that person is somehow involved in the plot.

Despite these drawbacks, I will still read the next book in the series. The reason being that I can breeze through these books in a single day, and I might as well continue on this literary journey.

Alex Cross, a psychologist, former Washington DC detective, and current FBI special envoy, steps into uncharted waters in the 10th installment of the series. A terrorist has shown the capability to use a massive bomb to obliterate entire cities, which could occur anytime, anywhere in the world. So far, he has targeted small, mostly evacuated towns, but it's evident he has the power and organization to unleash his fury wherever he desires.

Clues suggest the culprit is the "Wolf", a largely unknown mastermind of destruction who crossed paths with Alex in the previous book, "The Big Bad Wolf". However, to compound the chaos, another adversary from the past resurfaces: the "Weasel". Thus, Alex Cross has not one, but two Superbadies to pursue. Naturally, he also has to deal with his personal life, balancing the need to keep his kids safe while pursuing potential love interests.

I truly relish a well-developed bad guy, or even two. When a villain is so vividly portrayed that we understand their origin and motivation, we know we're in for an engaging read. We almost come to believe in their cause, even when we're aware of their ultimate fate. Regrettably, that's not the case here. The Weasel seems shoehorned into this book merely because his story wasn't concluded and the author didn't want to abandon him. Here, he appears more as a lackey or a simple thug compared to his portrayal in book number 5. As for the Wolf, we witness him randomly blowing things up and understand he's a true psychopath with no remorse for his actions... but that's about it. It's exasperating for Alex Cross (and the reader) as the Wolf is so elusive that none of the world's top police organizations can find a single clue about his identity or how to capture him. The man has the world's leading governments, including those of the US, UK, France, Israel, Germany, and others,屈服于 his demands. Cross is reduced to chasing after the Wolf around the world after he strikes, only to be left clueless until near the end of the novel.

The book is written in James Patterson's recognizable style of rapid action and abundant dialog. There are no tedious sections to slog through, and as such, it's a relatively quick read for its length. Regarding the Wolf's identity, there are so many plot twists in the last 20 pages that it becomes a bit perplexing.

Despite its flaws, these Alex Cross books still possess that "what happens next?" allure. The first few novels were quite excellent, but the quality has definitely declined. I will read more at some point (since I have them on my shelves), but I can't wholeheartedly recommend this series to others at present.

I was truly hoping that things weren't going to take a turn for the worse after the Big Bag Wolf incident. However, much to my disappointment, it did.

The plot of this story is even weaker than that of the Big Bag Wolf. It has more holes in it than a cheesegrater, and one might even say there's more cheese in it. The usual "but I'm so lovable, I have a hapless love life but it's not my fault - but I know you'll sleep with me" attitude of Cross is present.

All I can say is this - James, whoever the ghost writer is that you are using for these books now, shoot them and write about that. Maybe that would be more entertaining than your latest offerings.

It seems like the quality of your work has really declined, and I'm not the only one who's noticing. I hope you can do something to improve it in the future.

Despite its numerous problems, I discovered that LONDON BRIDGES is among the better Alex Cross novels up to this point. It not only finally resolves Cross's long-standing battle with both the Weasel and the Wolf, but it also marks Cross's first foray into a global-scale investigation. Parts of the story unfold in England, France, and Switzerland, providing a welcome departure from the typical Washington D.C. setting. In comparison to the previous books in the series, the stakes have never been greater, the collateral damage never this severe, and Alex Cross has never seemed so outmatched.

However, unfortunately, James Patterson's weak prose and shoddy narrative craftsmanship render LONDON BRIDGES a lot less enjoyable than it should be. The plot never truly feels plausible, and scenes with high dramatic potential ultimately fall completely flat. Clues conveniently materialize out of seemingly nowhere, and one never really gets a sense of what the villains are ultimately attempting to achieve. Oh, and all those passages of murder and identity-switching begin to become tiresome in their frequency and predictability.

LONDON BRIDGES is a relatively entertaining departure from the typical Alex Cross formula. But those who cannot tolerate bad writing would be well-advised to stay far away.

The book is a thrilling novel by Pattersons'. It serves as a sequel to many others, with the hero being Alex Cross.

I won't go through the detailed story lines. In brief, Cross is an FBI agent (originally a policeman in Washington D.C). He has been chasing a criminal named Geoffrey Shafer, known as Weasel. He is a filthy rich and sadistic person who enjoys raping young girls and then killing them through torture. He is involved with the Wolf, a former figure of the Russian Mafia. The Wolf demands a ransom from the FBI agents, CIA, and homeland security. They have to pay it within four days. Otherwise, he will explode Britain, France, NY, and DC. To prove his capability, he first made an explosion in Nevada and then in two towns in England and Germany, killing thousands of people.

The book wasn't my type at all initially, but it somehow became really entertaining and enjoyable. It was divided into chapters, each being two or three pages long, which made it very easy and comfortable to read.

I was a bit confused as it was my first read of Alex's adventures, and it turned out that this book is somewhat connected to a previous one. Moreover, there were numerous places and cities mentioned in the story, almost one in every chapter, which actually made me mix them up. I didn't know exactly where each event took place. Another thing is that I think the end was kind of weak. I was like, "So that's it? How did that happen? When was that?" and so on. I needed more explanation and more details.

All in all, it was a good read.

I absolutely LOVED the twists and turns in this story!!! It is truly one of James' finest works.

From the very beginning, the plot had me on the edge of my seat, constantly guessing what was going to happen next.

The way James crafted each character was masterful, making them all so believable and relatable.

And those unexpected plot twists! They came out of nowhere and completely blew my mind.

I found myself rereading certain passages just to make sure I hadn't missed anything.

This is the kind of book that you can't put down once you start reading.

It's a thrilling ride from start to finish, and I would highly recommend it to anyone who loves a good mystery or thriller.

James has once again proven himself to be a talented and innovative writer, and I can't wait to see what he comes up with next.

Oh boy,

this thing with the Wolf really dragged on a bit too long. In order to avoid spoilers, I'll write as generally as possible. The Wolf was a great character in the previous book, but in this one, he became extremely unbelievable. It was just a bit over the top. The subplots were as excellent as always, but the overall story seemed a bit too far-fetched for me.

However, I'm still sticking with it and have now moved on to Mary, Mary. I'm really excited to find out what happens in the subplot of Alex's life with the big man (Alex Jr) and his family. I can't wait to see how it all unfolds. So, keep reading!

I'm sure there are more interesting things to come. Maybe the next part will bring a new twist that will make the whole story more engaging. I'm looking forward to it.

His books are interesting but unbelievable.

This particular one dabbles in the topic of terrorism, yet it somehow misses the mark.

The storyline fails to fully engage the reader or present a convincing narrative.

The ending, in particular, seemed rushed.

It felt as if the author was in a hurry to conclude the story without giving it the proper depth and development it deserved.

Despite these flaws, I’ll give it a three for entertainment alone.

It did manage to hold my attention for a while and provided some moments of mild excitement.

However, it’s not a book that I would highly recommend or read again.

Now, it’s time to find something else to read, something that can offer a more satisfying and engaging literary experience.

Perhaps a mystery novel or a historical fiction that can transport me to another time and place.

Who knows what hidden gems await me in the world of books?

This is my favourite book in this series up to now.

It is truly remarkable. The fact that there are 2 bad guys in one book makes it extremely exciting.

The story unfolds with a thrilling plot that keeps you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end.

The author has done an excellent job of creating two distinct and menacing villains, each with their own motives and personalities.

The interactions between the characters and the challenges they face add depth and complexity to the narrative.

As you read, you can't help but be drawn into the world of the book and become invested in the outcome.

Overall, this book is a must-read for fans of the series and anyone who enjoys a good adventure with a touch of mystery and danger.

It has exceeded my expectations and I can't wait to see what the author has in store for us in the next installment.