Jack reacher is a former major in the united states army military police corps, turned mysterious drifter. Welcome to the website of lee child, the creator of jack reacher. The hard way jack reacher, book 10 kindle edition by child, lee. As he never got to see much during his time in the military, jacks aim is to see everything there is. Are there anymore books in the series that will keep. The book series begins immediately following his military career the 6ft 5in reacher saw where the military was headed, didnt like how the future of the military looked and quit. Lee child had considered killing off title character before getting his younger sibling to take over. If you love lee childs hardedged hero and are looking for more books like jack reacher, weve compiled a list of fastpaced novels.
Here youll find information on the reacher novels and short stories, nonreacher short stories, two international movies and a tv series, too. This is a current up to date listing of all character series we currently have listed on the website. There are three books that have pike as the main character. Can anyone recommend books similar to lee childs reacher. As with all jack reacher books, you want to start straight away on the next book. The latest in the series, the midnight line, is now out in paperback.
With jack reacher, he has created an exmilitary cop trying to make a. If you enjoy the jack reacher series as much as i do, what other authors. Jack reacher is a fictional protagonist of a series of novels, novellas and short stories by british author jim grant under the pen name lee child. British author lee child, 65, has announced he will not be writing another jack reacher book and has instead handed the rights of the multimillion pound franchise to his younger brother. Here are some of the books like jack reacher that are worth checking out. It is simple, has no time for fluff, and that is why i dig it so much. Who should play jack reacher now that tom cruise is out. Dec 21, 2012 the comments on an earlier jacket copy post reveal just how furious reacher fans are. There are no books that are directly similar, because lee child is the top thriller. Dec 18, 2018 is the main character like jack reacher.
The ultimate best characters like jack reacher books. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Diane capri series the hunt for jack reacher hunting jack reacher is a dangerous business, as fbi special agents kim otto and carlos gaspar are about to find out. See his website for an explanation of the title and author name confusion, as well as info on the next book, the enemy. As he never got to see much during his time in the military, jacks aim is to see everything there is to see throughout the united states. In that book, reacher visits margrave, georgia simply because he had heard that.
A former major in the united states army military police corps, reacher roams the united states taking odd jobs and investigating suspicious and frequently dangerous situations. This is the characters listing on book series in order. This is the if you like vince flynnmitch rapp, youll love. Lee child books in order jack reacher books in order. Jack reacher series author lee child quits and lets brother.
Jack reacher the top 5 characters similar to jack the reacher. The comments on an earlier jacket copy post reveal just how furious reacher fans are. These are the 6 score factors to decide which are the new. I liked it so much, that despite there being a huge thunderstorm outside, i ran up to the local bookstore getting soaked just so i could buy the 2nd book in the series.
Buy a cheap copy of killing floor book by lee child. A new series from the amazingly inventive mistress of murdermysteries, diane capri sees novice fbi special personnel task force agent kim otto teamed with a recovering from injury more senior task force agent carlos gaspar on a mission to find the elusive and reclusive jack reacher of lee child fame. Jack reacher, the hero of lee childs wildly popular thriller novels who is finally coming to the big screen dec. So i know what its like to wait for the new reacher novel. We have a bibliography of his written material so you can check off what youve read see books or. The reacher novels are written either in the firstperson or thirdperson. Nobody can deny the skills of jack reacher, but he has some catching up to do if he wants to compete with the resume of jack ryan. Jack reacher series author lee child quits and lets. Are there anymore books in the series that will keep you going throughout the year.
Baldacci introduces an unforgettable new character. Written by lee child, the former military police major jack reacher travels all over the united states, via bus or hitchhiking. Jack reacher tv series actor hasnt been cast yet film. In lee childs latest thriller, personal, reacher is tasked by the state department and the cia for a highpriority missions. Well base this on various factors for example if you like jack reacher. Jack does show a number of redeeming characteristics however, and is a reminder not to judge a book by its cover. In that book, reacher visits margrave, georgia simply because he had heard that a blus musician had died there, and wanted to check it out. That said, to my mind the three plus one closest sets of booksall really well writtenwould be. This is baldaccis best series by far, and maybe the best character hes ever created. Otto and gaspar are bythe book hunters who know when its necessary to break the rules. If youve managed to read all of the books in this series.
The first book in the series, killing floor, was received so well that it set the stage for the 22 more installations and a neverending saga that continues to this day. Each character is from a crime thriller book, some are from up and coming authors, others are from well known established authors. Jack reacher 2012 directed by christopher mcquarrie. John rain is a fictional character created by barry eisler. It includes some of the typical reacher humor in things that you wont find reacher saying or doing, i. This book is like all of childs books a continuation of the character, jack reacher as a person who gets involved with everyone he meets and ends up solving whatever injustice comes their way.
With 23 novels already published at the time of writing this article, there can be no doubt about the enduring popularity of jack reacher. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Oct 09, 2019 thats one reason the series is so popular. Oct 21, 2016 jack reachers creator knows the movie isnt like the bookand he likes it that way lee child, the author of soontobe21 reacher books, reflects on the new film in the franchise, jack. This series follows the adventures of former american military policeman, jack reacher, a loner who wanders from place to place.
Blue moon audiobook by lee child, read by scott brick. If youve managed to read all of the books in this series, you must be looking for another action packed, intelligent military thriller. If you enjoy childs books, you may also like those listed below. Jack reacher author lee child passes writing baton to. This group is dedicated to the dialogue between fans and i. The jack reacher novels deftly ground wish fulfillment in earthbound detail. Post by scott a couple weeks ago, a wanted man by lee child came out. List verified daily and newest books added immediately. Jan 17, 2020 the author of the jack reacher series of novels is retiring and handing over the writing duties to his brother, according to a report. Jack reachers creator knows the movie isnt like the bookand he likes it that way lee child, the author of soontobe21 reacher books, reflects on the new film in the franchise, jack. The character i find most like reacher is joe pike. Just checked, and it looks like the enemy will be out in the usa in may after being released last year in the uk.
The hard way jack reacher, book 10 kindle edition by. While filled with familiar excerpts from jack reacher novels, it is simply a listing of various guides that lead reacher to act the way he does. This fictional character has won the hearts of millions of people all across the globe with his superhumanyetbelievable qualities and his advanced fighting skills and military intelligence. Lee child said he has been searching for a way to kill off. Sep 02, 2014 there arent many characters like jack reacher.
While there have been many writers who have tried the invincible loner hero thing, after you. The series promises to boast a star who will be a much closer approximation of the book character tall, blond and built like a tank. Jack reacher is a fictional character and the protagonist of a series of crime thriller novels by british author lee child. Just like all jack reacher books, amazing hit man who you would want on your side in any battle. While jack reacher is a loner that prefers to stay far away from the limelight, jack ryan isnt afraid to step up and has even gone on to become the president of the united states in the books. We understand that we really have no justification for why to include him on this list, other than his height. Stephen hunters series starring bob lee swagger as well as the prequels and sequels featuring other related characters. Reacher, a former major in the us army, drifts across the united states to investigate crimes and battle in dangerous situations. Thee are many ways to enjoy a good book and the action of reacher allows you to do so. Below is a list of books to read if you like the jack reacher series.
How child does this and still manages to keep you on the edge is a skill not attained by very many writers. Amazons jack reacher ordered to series dark horizons. Lee child has written 23 books in his jack reacher series, with more on the way. By now, most fans have devoured it, looking for their next fix. There are no books that are directly similar, because lee child is the top thriller writer currently writing, with a unique style and approach to story.
Jack reacher books in order books like jack reacher by. Jack reacher was in the military as a military cop and was promoted all the way to major. Author lee child hands the future of jack reacher to his. I wonder if lee child real name jim grant ever realised how many books he would write when he first created the character jack reacher. I am also partial to the harry bosch series by michael connelly, he is a detective and i love how hard and gritty he is like jack reacher. Lee childs novels featuring jack reacher have been described as compulsively. Like the medieval knight errant or the western hero, childs hero jack reacher rides into town, bringing justice, accompanied by the requisite violent gunplay, before he leaves without a trace. Like james bond, john wick or jason bourne, jack is a drifter who floats from town to town, never stopping to commit but always solving the case. Dec 14, 2012 jack reacher, the hero of lee childs wildly popular thriller novels who is finally coming to the big screen dec.
Jack reacher is the quintessential cowboytype character, revered for his toughness, intelligence, and mystery. I have studied the jack reacher series and set up a great blog so that people know what other books there are out there which are like jack reacher. For a tv series, you might as well start at the beginning and go from there. A complete list of jack reacher books in order penlighten. Just thought id drop by and say if you like jack reacher, you might like the first book by author dan smith. The ultimate best characters like jack reacher books like. Youve heard the phrase printing money and thats pretty much what lee child does when he writes a new jack reacher book to add to our order of jack.
Child has written a whopping 20 books in the jack reacher universe and multiple short stories as well. The author of the jack reacher series of novels is retiring and handing over the writing duties to his brother, according to a report. Jack reachers creator knows the movie isnt like the book. Victor made our list of the ten baddest dudes in the spy genre right now, and is a great character. Lets not keep you waiting more and get right into it. Jeff goldblum, like reacher himself, is inexplicably beloved to every woman who knows his name, despite about equal chances of jeff or jack sticking around for a real relationship. I love jack reacher too not sure who casttom cruise to play him in the films.
Some people like me are addicted to reading the lee child novels, while others want to sample only the best. As an example, the first jack reacher novel was written in 1997 and entitled killing floor. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the hard way jack reacher, book 10. The jack reacher books are well written, gripping, and allow individuals to identify with the title character. Why read the lee child jack reacher books in order. How child does this and still manages to keep you on the edge is.
Jack reacher books in order how to read lee childs jack reacher book series. Can anyone recommend books similar to lee childs reacher books. Bestselling author lee child hands the future of jack reacher. You may prefer to use the search engine as its a lot easier due to the amount of series we have on here. Even the author, lee child, couldnt predict the success that the books would have as he began writing them purely because he lost his job and needed a form of income. Most crimefighters are cops, or secret agents, who dedicate their lives to finding and extinguishing evil but weve put together a list of similar books starring heroes with similarities to childs iconic action here. Lee has delighted fans for decades from the very first jack reacher book killing floor. He has no luggage, no vehicle to drive himself around it, and no cell phone. The books tell the story of jack reacher, the lead character and protagonist of the series.
Jack reacher is the fictional and infamous drifter character. A movie like this should be made for loyal fans of the book series. As a jack reacher fan i have listed the books you need to read if you love the lee child novels. Lee child has sold millions of books worldwide, and his jack reacher character has virtually become a household name. Here is the full list of jack reacher books in order with their synopses. When jack reacher suddenly decides to ask a greyhound bus driver to let him off near the town of margrave, georgia, he thinks its because his brother once. Jan 01, 2012 a new series from the amazingly inventive mistress of murdermysteries, diane capri sees novice fbi special personnel task force agent kim otto teamed with a recovering from injury more senior task force agent carlos gaspar on a mission to find the elusive and reclusive jack reacher of lee child fame. I like to read in bed and always have a book on the go, never without one. Why was tom cruise chosen to play jack reacher, a character described by.
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