Patterson does it again! A race against time, suspense, nail biting nerves and heart goes into making the Alex Cross series one that is hard to put down. The writing is realistic and compassionate. Alex Cross is law enforcement with a heart. Fast paced and riveting, you want to see justice served as you speedd through to see who the villian is and how the rescue is going to take place. Weel worth the ride and what a ride it was.