Book Series · 3 Books

Ali Cross Books

In order from Ali Cross to The Secret Detective.

The Ali Cross series is a set of 3 chapter books by James Patterson, published between 2019 and 2023. Written for ages 8–14, most books run about 320 pages.

Ali Cross
Like Father, Like Son
The Secret Detective
Ali Cross
Like Father, Like Son
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Ali Cross
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2019

Ali Cross

A young detective's quest to find his missing friend uncovers unexpected dangers.

336 pages· 47,503 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
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Summary: Ali Cross, son of famed detective Alex Cross, faces his toughest challenge yet when his best friend Gabe vanishes. With his father entangled in legal troubles, Ali must navigate a web of clues and neighborhood burglaries. Can he solve the mystery without putting his family in jeopardy, or will his sleuthing lead to more trouble? As Ali digs deeper, he discovers that not everything is as it seems. Will his determination to find Gabe bring answers or chaos to the Cross family? Dive into a thrilling mystery where every clue could be a trap.
In reading order

Ali Cross Series

3 books · Published 2019–2023

#1
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$858

Ali Cross

Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2019

A young detective's quest to find his missing friend uncovers unexpected dangers.

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$858

Like Father, Like Son

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

A young detective faces danger as he uncovers secrets to protect a friend.

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The Secret Detective

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Young detective Ali faces danger and tough choices after witnessing a crime.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Ali Cross series?

There are 3 books in the Ali Cross series. It began with Ali Cross in 2019, and the newest book, The Secret Detective, was published in 2023.

What order should you read the Ali Cross books in?

Start with Ali Cross and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the Ali Cross books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–14, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Ali Cross book is the longest?

Ali Cross (Book #1) is the longest book in the series at 47,503 words (336 pages).

Which Ali Cross book is the shortest?

The Secret Detective is the shortest at 38,084 words (272 pages).

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