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  • Along Came a Spider

  • Alex Cross, Book 1
  • By: James Patterson
  • Narrated by: Ako Mitchell
  • Length: 12 hrs and 1 min
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (777 ratings)

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Along Came a Spider

By: James Patterson
Narrated by: Ako Mitchell
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Summary

Brought to you by Penguin.

The legendary thriller that launched the international Alex Cross phenomenon.

Two children have been kidnapped from an elite Washington D.C. private school. Detective Alex Cross must find them.

The kidnapper's identity is quickly determined as the students' maths teacher, Gary Soneji, but capturing him is the true challenge.

Alex's pursuit of the sinister Soneji escalates and it becomes increasingly clear that he's something far more dangerous. Alex discovers that the crime runs deeper and begins to uncover connections that no one could have anticipated.

Adapted as a major Hollywood movie starring Morgan Freeman.

©2017 James Patterson (P)2018 Penguin Audio
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Critic reviews

"No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades. The Alex Cross series proves it." (Lee Child, international best-selling author of the Jack Reacher series)

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Amazing from start to finish

A brilliant book brought to life by an extremely talented narrator! Couldn't stop listening! Would recommend to everyone that enjoys this genre!

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lot's of twists

first James Patterson book really enjoyed all aspects starting next book now can't wait

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Clear but complicated story did keep me on the edge of my seat

Liked the plot and how it al togetherl unravelled how the characters were all linked

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very good

this is my 1st james Patterson book and I have to say I am impressed by the way it pulls you into the scenes and keeps you hooked

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brilliant

a really great book. I will definitely listen again at some point. it kept me thinking

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Perfect narration

The narrator is wonderful exactly what I imagined Alex and Samson to sound like! Draws you into the story beautifully

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Gripping

Lots of twists and turns, really holds you the whole book through. if you've seen the film forget it, this is 💯 better

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Storytelling at its best

A spellbinding storyline from start to the finish. A great audio presentation by Ako Mitchell.

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First of many!

Absolutely brilliant and being the first book cannot wait to continue Detective Cross’s journey!!

Excellent from start to finish!!

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Great story

love this book, great story, eaay to follow, good detail on the characters. Brilliant.

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