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From James Patterson comes a chilling and fast-paced thriller in the Alex Cross series—where a deadly mastermind plays a twisted game.

Washington, D.C. is under threat from a brilliant and ruthless killer known only as “The Mastermind.” His crimes are carefully orchestrated, public, and designed to create maximum fear.

Detective Alex Cross is called in to stop him—but this is no ordinary case.

The killer is always one step ahead, manipulating events like a game and pulling strings from the shadows. As the investigation unfolds, Cross realises he’s not just hunting a murderer—he’s being drawn into a much larger and more dangerous plan.

With pressure mounting and lives at stake, Cross must outthink an opponent who thrives on chaos and control.

Fast-paced, intense, and full of twists, this novel delivers classic Alex Cross suspense with high psychological stakes.

✨ Genre: Thriller / Crime / Mystery
🌶️ Spice Level: Low

📚 Series: Alex Cross - Book 13

Dark, clever, and adrenaline-fueled—perfect for readers who love serial killer thrillers, mind games, and relentless action 🔍🔥✨