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London Bridges

London Bridges

CrimeMystery
Pages
448
Published
2004
Language
English

Synopsis

When a mysterious platoon evacuates Sunrise Valley, Nevada, only for it to be instantly annihilated by a bomb, Alex Cross is called in. The notorious Russian criminal known as the Wolf claims responsibility, but the appearance of another of Cross's deadliest enemies, the Weasel, suggests a terrifying alliance. With major cities worldwide under threat and only four days to prevent global catastrophe, Cross must race against time, teaming up with international law enforcement to stop the Wolf and the Weasel before it's too late.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

TenseDarkAdventurousGritty
Quest

Genres

Crime Mystery Suspense Thriller Literary Fiction

About the author

J
James Patterson

James Brendan Patterson (born March 22, 1947) is an American author. Among his works are the Alex Cross, Michael Bennett, Women's Murder Club, Maximum Ride, Daniel X, NYPD Red, Witch & Wizard, Private and Middle School series, as well as many stand-alone thrillers, non-fiction, and romance novels. His books have sold more than 425 million copies, and he was the first person to sell 1 million e-books. In 2016, Patterson topped Forbes's list of highest-paid authors for the third consecutive year,...

Characters

Alex CrossProtagonist
The WolfAntagonist
The WeaselAntagonist
All characters in London Bridges

Frequently asked questions

  • Do I need to read the previous Alex Cross books to understand this story?

    While this is the tenth entry in the series, the narrative is designed to be accessible to new readers who have not followed the protagonist's earlier investigations. Longtime followers may find extra resonance in the return of specific antagonists from the character's past, but the plot functions as a self-contained thriller.

  • How does this book differ from earlier entries in the Alex Cross series?

    This installment marks a shift in scale for the series, moving away from the traditional focus on individual serial killers toward an international scope involving global terrorism. The stakes are elevated to a worldwide level, requiring the protagonist to coordinate with various federal and international agencies rather than operating primarily within his local jurisdiction.

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