Alex Cross 06 - Roses — Are Red

Alex Cross is used to dealing with monsters, but "The Mastermind" is different. This antagonist orchestrates a series of brutal, timed bank robberies.

: Short, snappy chapters create a "just one more" reading experience. Alex Cross 06 - Roses Are Red

The book excels because it balances a massive crime spree with Cross’s internal world. Cross is struggling with the loss of his partner. His relationship with Christine Johnson faces new strains. Alex Cross is used to dealing with monsters,

: The identity of the Mastermind is one of Patterson's most famous reveals. timed bank robberies. : Short

: Hostages are executed with clinical precision if demands aren't met. The Mystery : The killer seems to know Cross’s every move. Personal Stakes and Tension