This analysis was generated by AI from publicly available reader reviews, literary criticism, and book discussions. It has not been verified by a BookLens community reviewer and may contain errors. Be the first to verify →
Content snapshot
Flag an inaccuracy →What's in this book, at a glance — five things readers want to know before they start.
Violence
A lot
Sniper assassinations; shootings; violent confrontations
Language
Some
Moderate profanity
Sexual Content
Barely any
Brief romantic content between Cross and Bree
Substance Use
Barely any
Minimal substance use
Emotional Intensity
A lot
Psychological terror from a personal nemesis; moral ambiguity of vigilante justice
What this book is about
The 17th Alex Cross novel features two parallel storylines: a sniper systematically executing corrupt politicians and corporate villains, while the resurrected threat of villain Kyle Craig stalks Cross's family. Cross must navigate the moral complexity of hunting someone the public considers a hero while protecting his loved ones from a personal nemesis. Published in 2010.
Notes for sensitive readers
Reader-flagged moments and themes that may affect your experience.
Sniper murders throughout
Family under threat
Reader Verification
Be the first to verify
this rating
Have you read Cross fire? Submit a community rating to confirm or correct the AI estimate. Your review helps other readers make an informed choice.
Rate this book →Free · ~5 minutes · No account required
Similar reads
More Thriller books from the catalog.
Think this AI estimate is off?
Flag an inaccuracy →Where to Buy
Affiliate links — BookLens earns a small commission at no extra cost to you.