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Hope to Die

Alex Cross, Book 22

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Hope to Die

By: James Patterson
Narrated by: Michael Boatman, Scott Sowers
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About this listen

Brought to you by Penguin.

The 22nd novel in the best-selling Alex Cross series.

If Detective Alex Cross doesn't act fast, he could lose everything he holds dear....

A lethal and obsessive enemy is holding Alex's family hostage. They are driven by revenge and threaten to kill them all - to destroy Alex Cross forever.

In a race against time, Alex must defeat this dangerous foe in an intricate battle of wits to save his wife and children.

No matter what it takes.

The final part of the thrilling duology by best-selling author James Patterson, preceded by Cross My Heart.

©2014 James Patterson (P)2014 Penguin Audio Crime Thrillers Suspense Thriller & Suspense Fiction Thriller Crime Exciting Heartfelt Mystery

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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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Emotionally invested in the characters so this book made me cry, so sorry for Alex!

Emotional

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Enjoyed this but found it a bit over dramatic in parts. Still a great story so do buy. And enjoy!!

Good read

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Narrator is amazing, I love the changes in his voice. Perfection again James Patterson. Love all the Alex Cross books

Fantastic

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Excellent,fast moving,gripping book great story
I also loved the sound effects the music and the gunshots
More audiobooks should include more sound effects it really makes a big difference

Excellent book

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Great book,well read.
Met my expectations
Would defo recomend for any alex cross lovers evan if your not!!
Excellent

Classy

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