Along Came A Spider

The Thriller That Started It All

Along Came a Spider is the explosive international bestseller that introduced the world to Alex Cross — the brilliant Washington-based detective who would go on to become one of the most iconic figures in modern crime fiction. Written by James Patterson, this psychological thriller launched a blockbuster series and a legendary writing career.

A Kidnapping That Gripped a Nation

When two children of wealthy, high-profile families are abducted from an elite Washington, D.C. school, the media erupts — and panic spreads. The FBI brings in their best: Alex Cross, a homicide detective with a PhD in psychology, and Jezzie Flanagan, a sharp and ambitious Secret Service agent. But the case is anything but ordinary.

As the investigation deepens, the suspect emerges: a chilling figure capable of shifting from unhinged madness to terrifying clarity. Is he a fractured soul tormented by multiple personalities — or a calculating genius playing a deadly game?

A Masterclass in Suspense

Along Came a Spider delivers razor-sharp twists, haunting psychology, and edge-of-your-seat storytelling. It’s a must-read for fans of intelligent crime fiction, and the perfect introduction to James Patterson’s gripping Alex Cross series.