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| Author | James Patterson |
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| Language | English |
| Series | Alex Cross series |
| Genre | Crime, Mystery, Thriller |
| Publisher | Little, Brown |
Publication date | November 12, 2012 |
| Publication place | United States |
| Media type | Print (hardcover) |
| Pages | 400 (hardcover) |
| ISBN | 0-316-21068-4 |
| Preceded by | Kill Alex Cross |
| Followed by | Alex Cross, Run |
Merry Christmas, Alex Cross is the 19th novel in the Alex Cross series. Detective Alex Cross is called out on Christmas Eve to deal with a hostage situation that has spiraled out of control. Released on November 12, 2012, the novel was well received by fans and critics alike. However, its commercial success was somewhat lukewarm in comparison to past installments, peaking at #2 and #3 on the New York Times and USA Today bestsellers lists, respectively.