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kseville's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
2.5
tx2its's review
4.0
Reading 2020
Book 31: Ali Cross by James Patterson
Patterson has extended the Alex Cross series into a YA edition featuring his son. I devour every Alex Cross book as soon as it is published and have the next one pre ordered ASAP. I thought I should try this series.
Ali Cross has a mind that is quick and moves between subjects quickly. He enjoys detective stories and wants to a detective like his father and stepmother when he grows up. Ali gets a chance to try out his skills as a detective when his good friend disappears after school one day. The police do not seem to be working the case fast enough for Ali.
I enjoyed the debut of this new series. I would definitely recommend this book to kids grades 5 and older as reviewed. It is a fast paced book typical of James Patterson's other books. My rating 4 ⭐️
Book 31: Ali Cross by James Patterson
Patterson has extended the Alex Cross series into a YA edition featuring his son. I devour every Alex Cross book as soon as it is published and have the next one pre ordered ASAP. I thought I should try this series.
Ali Cross has a mind that is quick and moves between subjects quickly. He enjoys detective stories and wants to a detective like his father and stepmother when he grows up. Ali gets a chance to try out his skills as a detective when his good friend disappears after school one day. The police do not seem to be working the case fast enough for Ali.
I enjoyed the debut of this new series. I would definitely recommend this book to kids grades 5 and older as reviewed. It is a fast paced book typical of James Patterson's other books. My rating 4 ⭐️
chava_in_oz's review
2.0
It was ok but felt like a dumbing down of a Alex cross to make it ok for kids. Also too much religion for me
zeeky63's review
4.0
This book is a super cute middle grade novel. It gives readers the James Patterson writing of Alex Cross from his son’s point of view-Ali who seems to do very good detective work as well. Would recommend for young readers.
cyireadbooks's review against another edition
4.0
James Patterson expands the Alex Cross legacy in his new series, featuring Alex's son, Ali. This book is the first book in the series and it is such a welcome change. Ali is aspiring to be a detective like his dad, Alex Cross so you not only get the son's (Ali's) point of view, but the father's (Alex's) point of view as well.
A great introduction for YA and middle grade readers to the writings of James Patterson.
4 stars - I really like it.
A great introduction for YA and middle grade readers to the writings of James Patterson.
4 stars - I really like it.
emmaleigh83's review
3.0
I used this book as a filler book between finishing one, and awaiting the arrival of my newest one. It was on my daughters book shelf. A quick read, a story that would be good for a young reader. It kept me guessing. I love all James Patterson's books so I thought this was pretty good for more kid friendly book.
monicamjw's review against another edition
4.0
James Patterson's mystery for middle grades holds up as well as his adult mysteries do.
nathan_ig's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
4.0
Great book. overall I think it was a bit dark and I recommend this book to picky readers to get them into reading.
tabatha_shipley's review
4.0
What I Did Like:
+The overall vibe of the book is great. Really, it’s similar to something like Nancy Drew but reimagined. This young boy is going to launch an investigation into something in his neighborhood. Great concept, well executed.
+The mystery is satisfying. There’s enough plausibility to make it believable and the way it’s solved is (mostly) realistic.
+The use of technology is well done. It’s accurate to say a kid the age of this main character would be familiar with a lot of tech and that’s used well here. I liked seeing it in action.
Who Should Read This One:
Middle grade readers who like a little mystery and good characters.
Teachers of upper elementary, this would be a good one to have in your classroom!
My Rating: 4 Stars
For Full Review: https://tabathashipleybooks.com/2023/04/17/2023-book-review-ali-cross/
+The overall vibe of the book is great. Really, it’s similar to something like Nancy Drew but reimagined. This young boy is going to launch an investigation into something in his neighborhood. Great concept, well executed.
+The mystery is satisfying. There’s enough plausibility to make it believable and the way it’s solved is (mostly) realistic.
+The use of technology is well done. It’s accurate to say a kid the age of this main character would be familiar with a lot of tech and that’s used well here. I liked seeing it in action.
Who Should Read This One:
Middle grade readers who like a little mystery and good characters.
Teachers of upper elementary, this would be a good one to have in your classroom!
My Rating: 4 Stars
For Full Review: https://tabathashipleybooks.com/2023/04/17/2023-book-review-ali-cross/