There have also been short stories, movie adaptations, and spin-offs. There are 30 books in the Alex Cross series with the 30th novel, Alex Cross Must Die, coming out in November 2023. The eponymous character of the Alex Cross books in order made his entrance in Along Came a Spider and he has been enthralling readers ever since. One of the most beloved characters from prolific author James Patterson was first introduced 30 years ago.
