I don't know why I continued reading the book except that I thought somewhere Patterson would find some redeeming features--not so. The book was far fetched with all the tragedies of the world, the pregnant virgins, the devil's voices, etc. Don't waster your time on this one.

"Cradle and All" is new waters for Patterson. The book is a thriller like his books in the past. There seem to be problems all over the world that make people ask "Is The End Near?" Among these problems there are two women that find themselves with child that are virgins. These women must be protected above all else. I always enjoy Patterson's books but this plot is not to my taste. By Ruth Thompson author of "The Bluegrass Dream" and Natchez Above The River"

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While I agree that this may not be one of his greatest, I enjoyed the book. I try not to compare all of his books with his Cross series, because many of them lose hands down, but in his typical way he put out any fair read (albeit a rewrite). I like is short chapters. Patterson writes good "waiting for the doctor" books as I don't have to worry about having to stop in the middle of the chapter when my name gets called.

Perhaps it is because I am so used to reading the Alex Cross series of novels, but I found this novel to be a little strange, though still enjoyable. I found the book had less of the mystery and intrigue that I was accustomed to. Don't get me wrong, this is a fun and entertaining novel and definitely a great read for anyone who loves Patterson.

Timothy Lassiter, author of Three Degrees of Separation and The Devil You Know

I really enjoyed the book, it's a real page turner. The overall story though, was a bit brief.