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<p>Since the publication and cinematic success of 1992's <i>Along Came a Spider</i>, James Patterson seems to have taken up permanent residence on the bestseller lists. In the ensuing decade, his hit detective novels, with memorable nursery rhyme titles like <i>Cat and Mouse</i>, (1997) and <i>Pop! Goes the Weasel</i> (1999), came in rapid-fire succession and generated similar popularity and praise. His <i>Alex Cross</i> series created one of the most recognizable detectives in literature, and one of the first urban African American detectives to appeal, on such a grand scale, to audiences of all demographics. With full literary analyses of ten of his most popular works of fiction, this critical companion offers readers a chance to more fully explore Patterson's writings. Beginning with his 1976 bestseller <i>The Thomas Berryman Number</i> and moving chronologically to 2002's <i>2nd Chance</i>, each chapter examines elements of plot, character development, theme, and critical perspectives.</p> <p>A full chapter offers a delving biographical study of Patterson, including a brief timeline, that traces his early literary and personal interests and later professional achievements. Anot

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Author

Joan G. Kotker; Kathleen Gregory Klein

Publisher

Greenwood; Bloomsbury

Published

2004

Language

EN

ISBN

9798400673597

Category

nonfiction

Subjects

Literary Criticism, Mystery, Literary Fiction

Updated

2026-03-24