BookBingeAlex Cross Books in Order
A DC detective and psychologist hunts the most twisted killers America has to offer.
Here is the complete Alex Cross reading order — all 10 books by James Patterson, in the order you should read them:
Publication order (recommended)
- Along Came a Spider(1993)
- Kiss the Girls(1995)
- Jack & Jill(1996)
- Cat & Mouse(1997)
- Pop Goes the Weasel(1999)
- Roses Are Red(2000)
- Violets Are Blue(2001)
- Four Blind Mice(2002)
- The Big Bad Wolf(2003)
- London Bridges(2004)
Good news: for this series, publication order and chronological order are the same — just read straight down the list.
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How many books are in the Alex Cross series?
There are 10 books in the Alex Cross series by James Patterson, beginning with Along Came a Spider (1993) and most recently London Bridges (2004).
What is the first Alex Cross book?
The first book is Along Came a Spider, published in 1993. That's where new readers should start.
Should I read Alex Cross in publication or chronological order?
Publication and chronological order are identical for this series, so just follow the list.