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James Patterson

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JAMES PATTERSON is the world’s bestselling author. His enduring fictional characters and series include Alex Cross, the Women’s Murder Club, Michael Bennett, Maximum Ride, Middle School, and Ali Cross. Among his notable literary collaborations are The President Is Missing, with President Bill Clinton, and Run, Rose, Run, with Dolly Parton. James is passionate about encouraging children to read and has donated over $100 million to education, libraries, the arts, and more.
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Cross Country

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Cross Country is the 14th installment in James Patterson's popular Alex Cross series. Published in 2008, this crime thriller follows Detective Alex Cross as he pursues a ruthless African warlord known as the Tiger. The novel became a #1 New York Times bestseller and was the second most borrowed fiction book in US libraries in 2009.

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Though mysteries and thrillers are often paired with damp, chilly temps and deep, dark nights, a good listen can send shivers up your spine no matter the weather. So put away the hot chocolate and trade it in for a nice, tall glass of iced tea as warmer temps prevail and the sun sits high in the sky. Then, grab your headphones and chill out with these electrifying listens. With picks from suspenseful thrillers to mysteries packed with unexpected twists and turns, you'll be captivated—and maybe even a little bewitched—along the way.

The Best James Patterson Audiobooks and Series, According to Fans


Whether you’re a newcomer or a longtime fan of his wide-ranging work, this list will inspire you to listen in to some of Patterson’s greatest stories.

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