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Along Came a Spider (Oeb)

By James Patterson

About This Book

A little girl named Maggie Rose goes missing, prompting a desperate search through the shadows of Washington, D.C. As a psychopathic serial kidnapper and murderer, Gary Soneji, known as the Son of Lindbergh, eludes not only the FBI but also the Secret Service. With an ability to outsmart everyone around him, Soneji embarks on a chilling game of cat and mouse that leaves readers breathless and on the edge of their seats.

Set against a backdrop of brutal murders and complex relationships, homicide detective Alex Cross battles with his own vulnerabilities while trying to stop Soneji’s reign of terror. As he navigates the crisis, a forbidden romance with Jezzie Flanagan, the first female supervisor of the Secret Service, complicates the urgency of their mission. Every moment counts as they race to prevent Soneji from claiming his next victim, turning this chase into a heart-pounding thriller.

This gripping narrative has captured the imaginations of countless readers, establishing itself as a modern classic in the genre. With acclaim for its intricate plot and character depth, it challenges perceptions of heroism and evil in today’s world.

About the Author

James Patterson

James Patterson

James Patterson is an accomplished American author born on March 22, 1947, known for creating popular series such as Alex Cross, Michael Bennett, and the Women's Murder Club, among others. He has written numerous stand-alone thrillers, non-fiction works, and romance novels, with total book sales surpassing 425 million copies. Patterson has made significant contributions to literacy through substantial donations to educational institutions and independent bookstores and was honored with the Literarian Award from the National Book Foundation in 2015.

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Along Came a Spider

After the harrowing death of his partner, forensic psychologist and best-selling author Alex Cross cannot forgive himself and has retreated to the peace of retirement. But when a brilliant criminal kidnaps a senator's young daughter, he is lured back into action as the kidnapper wants to deal with Alex personally. Teamed with Jezzie Flanigan, the Secret Service agent assigned to protect the missing girl, Alex follows a serpentine trail of clues that leads him to a stunning discovery - the kidnapper wants more than just ransom.

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