Cross and Sampson, James Patterson
Cross and Sampson, James Patterson
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Cross and Sampson
An Alex Cross and John Sampson Thriller

Author: James Patterson, Brian Sitts

Series: Alex Cross and John Sampson Thriller

Narrator: Isaiah Mustafa, Dion Graham

Unabridged: 7 hr 24 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/09/2026

Synopsis

In latest thriller from the world’s most popular storyteller, detective partners Alex Cross and John Sampson are called to separate locations to investigate a pair of serious crimes.  

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In Washington, DC … Metro PD detective John Sampson stands in a crater in the middle of a DC street, calling in the bomb
squad. “Dispatch, this is Sampson. Contact the FBI and the ATF. We’ve got a suspected terrorist attack
here.” In Chapel Hill, NC … Alex Cross searches the apartment of a missing psychology grad student—his own son Damon. Has
following in his famous father’s footsteps made Damon a target?  From FBI headquarters, in police stations, on airplanes, and at murder scenes, the detectives track crimes committed hundreds of miles apart. It will take more than distance to weaken the partnership of Sampson & Cross.

About James Patterson

James Patterson is a world-renowned mystery writer that has dominated the New York Times Bestseller list for decades. In fact, he holds the New York Times AND Guinness records for most best-selling, hardcover, fiction titles by a single author, an astonishing accomplishment of 76! Patterson is possible best known for his Alex Cross series, which has held the top selling detective series for the past ten years. His books have sold approximately 300 million copies worldwide and he is the first author to achieve ten million eBook sales. There have been nine files - seven made for TV movies and three major motion pictures that were adapted from Patterson novels. Unlike many of his counterparts, Patterson is a fan of collaboration and works with several ghostwriters and co-authors to keep the mysteries coming for his demanding readers. While he has received his share of criticism for this practice, it hasn't mattered to his devoted following and as he continues to top the charts with each new release. In addition to adult novels, Patterson has recently become the bestselling author for the young adult and middle grade categories.

Patterson is also well known for his philanthropy. The James Patterson Teach Education Scholarship has been established to support the next generation of teachers at 19 different universities across the country. Patterson co-hosts a webcast with Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade. ONE ON ONE: Fundamentals with Dwyane Wade and James Patterson highlights the importance of reading for success in life. He also has a website dedicated to helping parents and educators ignite the reading spark in students. The website has specific book recommendations aimed towards the child's ability. ReadKiddoRead.com also features book reviews, messages from James, a Facebook community, and contributions from other authors and celebrities that believe in the power of reading.

James Patterson was born March 22, 1947 in New York and graduated summa cum laude from Manhattan College with a B.A. in English, and summa cum laude from Vanderbilt University with an M.A. in English. He has won multiple awards for his work and has entertained and inspired millions. Patterson can occasionally be seen guest starring as himself on an episode on NBC's 'Castle'. He has a wife, Susan and a son, Jack an currently resides in Palm Beach, Florida.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Mandy on December 25, 2025

Reading a new James Patterson book is one of my favourite things to do. It is always a thrill to get access to read any of his books early, so a massive thanks to Little, Brown and Company for allowing me the opportunity. I spent my Christmas Eve afternoon into the evening on a roller coaster ride o......more

Goodreads review by Angie on January 04, 2026

Two gripping thrillers in one book! Washington Metro police detective John Sampson is faced with a serious challenge. A series of bombings in public areas in DC has left a lot of clearly innocent people dead. The locations seem unrelated, and the explosive techniques used are the only apparent connec......more

Goodreads review by Kimberly on December 20, 2025

Book review: Cross and Sampson by James Patterson and Brian Sitts. Published by Little, Brown and Company, with a huge thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for my gifted ARC. There is something undeniably cozy about returning to the Alex Cross world, even when the story itself is anything but. C......more

Goodreads review by E. on February 02, 2026

As if the stakes couldn't get higher or the story even better... This book has to be one of my favorites from this series. And I have more than a few from this series. Starts off with Alex getting a call no parent ever wants to get... You're child is missing. But for Bree and Alex taking a flight out......more

Goodreads review by J on November 19, 2025

Thanks to Little, Brown & company and Netgalley for this eARC. 🔎 James Patterson and Brian Sitts deliver a fast-paced, high-stakes thriller that pairs two of crime fiction’s most enduring characters—Alex Cross and John Sampson—in a story that feels familiar yet freshly charged. The strength of the n......more

Quotes

“John Sampson is a standout character, and his taking the lead here is a thing of beauty. Cross Down is non-stop action.”
 —BookReporter.com

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