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Along Came a Spider (Paperback)

by James Patterson (Author)
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  • Paperback: 448 pages
  • Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd (1993)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0006476155
  • ISBN-13: 978-0006476153
  • Product Dimensions: 17.2 x 11 x 3.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 2,223 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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The spectacular international bestseller that introduced Washington-based homicide detective Alex Cross and launched James Patterson's career as one of the fastest-selling thriller writers in the world -- now reissued in striking new cover style. He had always wanted to be famous. When he kidnapped two well-known rich kids, it was headline news. Then one of them was found -- dead -- and the whole nation was in uproar. For such a high-profile case, they needed the top people -- Alex Cross, a black detective with a PhD in psychology, and Jezzie Flanagan, an ambitious young Secret Service agent -- yet even they were no match for the killer. He had the unnerving ability to switch from blood-crazed madness to clear-eyed sanity in an instant. But was he the helpless victim of a multiple-personality disorder -- or a brilliant, cold-blooded manipulator?

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Good read, 27 Oct 2003
By S. Mazumder "s_maz" - See all my reviews
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In Along came a Spider, we are introduced to two main characters in Patterson's series...Detective Alex Cross and homicidal maniac, Gary Soneji.

Alex Cross is a very strong character, and has proved a massive selling-point for Patterson for many years. He is a tough black cop, who hates to see madmen get away, but at the same time he is a compassionate and caring man. We observe a lot of Cross's private life, with his aunt Nana Mama, his two children, Damon and Jannie, and his best friend and police partner Sampson. Seeing him in his home life makes Cross even more lovable.

On the other hand is Gary Soneji...a mix of schizophrenic madness, and criminal genius. He and Cross makes the perfect dual, and Along Came a Spider is where it first sets off.

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A TNT READING OF AN EXPLOSIVE TALE, 11 April 2001
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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.

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Alex Cross is great but ..., 6 May 2001
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Mixed feelings about the novel. I read it in less than 5 hours last night. I expected it to be breath-taking because of the other reviews (didn't know about the book until the movie, which I have not seen). Alex Cross is a great character (kept picturing Morgan Freeman throughout!), the serial killer is innovatively dealt with, but half way through, I guessed the ending (if you're a thriller fan, you will). I was also disappointed by the cliche ending (I kept reading, expecting a big finale). I will read more of James Patterson though (my appetite has been aroused). PS: you really get attached to Alex Cross' humanity.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Along came a spider
Along Came a Spider is the first Patterson novel to feature Detective Alex Cross. I really enjoyed this book and thought it far superior to the film version. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Louise

4.0 out of 5 stars Impressive debut
This is the first in James Patterson's critically acclaimed Alex Cross series.
I started off reading Patterson's later books that he co wrote with other authors but thought... Read more
Published 8 months ago by molko

4.0 out of 5 stars My first Patterson novel but won't be my last
A very exciting read with a twisting plot that moves along steadily and has an extremely nasty villain. Read more
Published 11 months ago by noggy1810

3.0 out of 5 stars Typically Patterson
'Along Came a Spider' introduces us to Detective Alex Cross, a man of mystery and intrigue, who faces a great deal of personal challenges throughout the plot. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Mr. D. A. F. Weaver

1.0 out of 5 stars Utter Rot
The author would have us believe at the outset that his villain had been wearing a bald wig over a head of curly hair (with stick on moustache to boot) whist going about his... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Catblack_uk

5.0 out of 5 stars Unputdownable
I read this book years ago yet vividly remember it. I literally could not put this down. I have read other books by same writer and I've thought they were absolute rubbish but... Read more
Published 16 months ago by love reading

5.0 out of 5 stars aLONG CAME A SPIDER
This was the first book I picked up at a jumble sale,took it home and put to one side then one night just picked it up and could not put it down,it it was totaly gripping and kept... Read more
Published 19 months ago by M. R. Mason

5.0 out of 5 stars BRILLIANT
The first Alex Cross novel and one of the best in the series to follow.

Cross is on the chase for Gary Sonji, a clever and emotionless serial killer, who has... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Nevs

5.0 out of 5 stars AMAZING AUTHOR.......
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE JAMES PATTERSON BOOKS, THE FIRST I READ WAS 'ALONG CAME A SPIDER' (WHICH I BORROWED FROM A FRIEND) AND I HAVE NEVER LOOKED BACK. Read more
Published on 25 May 2007 by emma

5.0 out of 5 stars Deep!
One of the best, most sensitive and interesting books of its kind. It reaches the masterpiece level, and James Patterson proves once again that he's one of todays best authors.
Published on 18 Nov 2006 by Jason Buob

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