Part of Alex Cross, book 10
First published 2005
Alex Cross is pulled from vacation when a Nevada town vanishes in a massive explosion. The FBI agent learns that his most dangerous enemy, the Wolf, orchestrated the blast as a demonstration. This supercriminal now threatens to detonate bombs in London, Paris, and New York unless his demands are met. The investigation takes a deadly turn when Cross discovers that a second killer, the ruthless assassin called the Weasel, appears connected to the plot. Cross faces the terrifying possibility that these two criminal masterminds have joined forces. Racing against a four-day deadline, he launches into a global pursuit that spans continents. The chase pushes Cross to his limits as he struggles to prevent mass destruction across multiple cities. His investigation leads toward a shocking discovery about the Wolf's true identity, knowledge that could cost Cross his life.
Genres: mystery, crime, thriller, action
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, global-stakes
Setting: Nevada, London, Paris, New York
Period: Contemporary
403 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Little, Brown and Company
Content warnings: violence