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Detective Alex Cross is thrown into a frantic hunt when two prominent Washington, D.C. figures—a corrupt congressman and a scheming lobbyist—are slain in a meticulously planned assassination. As Cross investigates, each lead collapses, leaving him with few options. The city’s public is split, debating whether the ruthless marksman is a vigilante or a hero. Media frenzy peaks as FBI agent Max Siegel challenges Cross for jurisdiction, adding tension to the case. Amid the chaos, Cross struggles to protect his upcoming wedding and his loved ones. Suddenly, he receives a chilling call from his deadliest foe, Kyle Craig, who menaces the entire Cross family. With the sniper threatening more high-profile targets, Cross must navigate political intrigue, federal rivalry, and personal stakes to avert disaster.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Police Procedural
Authors: James Patterson
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