Patterson's works are truly real page-turners, and Cross Country is certainly no exception. I read all 406 pages in a couple of days, simply because it is next to impossible to put down. I don't know for certain whether or not the information that Patterson provides regarding the conditions in African countries is 100% accurate; I wouldn't, but I am giving him the benefit of the doubt, and it is obvious that he did a massive amount of research to complete this novel, and I definitely commend him for that. Additionally, he twists the story around so many times that it is almost impossible for the reader to decide who he or she should trust. Cross has never had to ensure such an ordeal as he endures in this novel, and that's saying a lot. I give it four stars out of five, only because I feel that one of the twists is revealed far too early in the story, so as it is a major revelation to Cross, it is not to us, but if you're an Alex Cross fan, don't forget about this novel, because I can guarantee you that you definitely won't forget it once you've read it.