Where to start
Alex Cross
2 versions · originally a book, 1993
Themes: Serial Killers, FBI, Family, Justice, Redemption.
The Alex Cross saga centers on a brilliant, obsessive homicide detective navigating high-stakes criminal investigations while managing the profound grief of personal loss.
✦ Most fans start here
Alex Cross (1993)
The original novel
✦ Start hereAlex Cross
James Patterson · Book · 1993
The 1993 novel Alex Cross provides the definitive foundation for the series, offering a fast-paced thriller that establishes Cross's unique investigative grit against a backdrop of high-level government conspiracies.
2024 series
Cross
Ben Watkins · Series · 2024
The 2024 television series Cross reimagines the protagonist as a complex, multifaceted family man whose relentless pursuit of killers is fueled by the lingering, unresolved trauma of his wife's murder.
Common questions
What order should I read the Alex Cross series in?
The Alex Cross series begins with the 1993 book titled Alex Cross. You should start with this original novel to follow the development of the character and his investigations chronologically as intended by the author.
Is the 2024 Cross TV series based on the 1993 book Alex Cross?
The 2024 television series titled Cross is an adaptation of the source material featuring the character from the 1993 book Alex Cross. While they share the same protagonist, the show serves as a modern screen iteration of the literary series.
Should I read the book Alex Cross before watching the Cross TV series?
Reading the 1993 book Alex Cross first provides the original context for the character's background. Watching the 2024 Cross television series afterward allows you to see how the source material is adapted for a modern screen audience.
How long has the Alex Cross franchise existed?
The Alex Cross franchise has existed since 1993, which is when the first book titled Alex Cross was published. The character has since evolved from the page to various adaptations, including the 2024 television series titled Cross.