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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
Never go back—but Jack Reacher does, and the past finally catches up with him. . . . Never Go Back is Lee Child’s new novel of action-charged suspense starring “one of the best thriller characters at work today” (Newsweek).
 
Former military cop Jack Reacher makes it all the way from snowbound South Dakota to his destination in northeastern Virginia, near Washington, D.C.: the headquarters of his old unit, the 110th MP. The old stone building is the closest thing to a home he ever had.
 
Reacher is there to meet—in person—the new commanding officer, Major Susan Turner, so far just a warm, intriguing voice on the phone.
 
But it isn’t Turner behind the CO’s desk. And Reacher is hit with two pieces of shocking news, one with serious criminal consequences, and one too personal to even think about.
 
When threatened, you can run or fight.
 
Reacher fights, aiming to find Turner and clear his name, barely a step ahead of the army, and the FBI, and the D.C. Metro police, and four unidentified thugs.
 
Combining an intricate puzzle of a plot and an exciting chase for truth and justice, Lee Child puts Reacher through his paces—and makes him question who he is, what he’s done, and the very future of his untethered life on the open road.
Praise for Never Go Back
 
“A breathless cross-country spree . . . some of the best, wiliest writing [Lee] Child has ever done . . . Child’s bodacious action hero, Jack Reacher, has already tramped through 17 novels and three e-book singles. But his latest, Never Go Back, may be the best desert island reading in the series. It’s exceptionally well plotted. And full of wild surprises. And wise about Reacher’s peculiar nature. And positively Bunyanesque in its admiring contributions to Reacher lore.”—Janet Maslin, The New York Times
 
“Welcome to the relentless world of Jack Reacher and his impressive tendency to be in the wrong place at the right time. . . . Child has created an iconic character that other thriller writers try to emulate but don’t come close to matching. He has a talent for taking material that in the hands of other authors would be stale and making it seem fresh. . . . Tight and compelling . . . Never Go Back is one of Child’s best novels.”—Associated Press
 
“An adrenaline-charged, action-packed thriller . . . impossible to put down.”—Lansing State Journal
 
“The dialogue has never been sharper. . . . The pages turn themselves.”—San Antonio Express-News
“For the pure pleasure of uncomplicated, nonstop action, no one touches Reacher.”Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
 
“Brilliant . . . Child never, ever slips. He keeps the action cranking better than anyone, but, best of all, he keeps us guessing about Reacher.”Booklist (starred review)
 
“One of the best in the series.”Publishers Weekly (starred review)
From the Hardcover edition.

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Apple Books: Customer Reviews

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Ambiz5
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2022-08-19
Excellent! Could not put down! Bravo 👏🏽

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EdBurr
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2022-05-01
A believable story. Great read. Thanks LC.

Much Ado About Nothing

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Konokopia
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2020-01-24
It’s fifty-fifty — either you’ll like this book or not. I’m set dead in the middle. It’s fluff, but entertaining fluff until you get to the climactic revelation that feels blasé.
But the potential Reacher Jr. in this book does reveal the bizarre way that progressives (Lee Child) think about sex. Reacher can’t believe he could ever be a father, ever produce a child. But isn’t that the natural outcome of sex? And Reacher has enough sex in these books with so many different women that he could be the next Shawn Kemp. For a man who seeks justice, and loves to punish criminals, how does he feel about abortion?
And what kind of women would have sex with drifters? The kind that have profiles on hook-up sites. So where are the STDs? I guess in the liberal world, STDs no longer exist. Like all the unwanted unborn babies. They’re in the way of the fun.

Never Go Back

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Papa John 2
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2019-09-19
Awesome book from cover to cover

Great read

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Ctobriens
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2018-06-12
I loved High Heat, the extra book, short of the error. On July 13th, the Yankees were at Milwaukee not in Boston.

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2017-05-19
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Jack Reacher

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Anabeth.x
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2016-08-25
I stumbled upon this series some time ago. Since then, I chose Jack when I was looking for something to read. I have loved every book so far. I never have to worry about the order either. But now I am re-thinking that. I read this before 61 hours and had no idea who Susan was. It was not a big deal. Knowing who she is isn't necessary. Know who Jack Reacher is is what's important. Every book is great. These books speak to me for some reason. Maybe it's the military angle or the fact that he is just being himself. Either way, I want more.

Never Go Back

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MikeinNebraska
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2016-06-27
This is a mediocre work compared to other Reachers. There was nothing special about the plot resolution. Hard to believe they chose this one to make the second movie about. I'm glad this wasn't the first Reacher I read or I would have stopped.

Never go back

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JohnGaj3
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2015-02-17
Good one

Never Go Back

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99tm
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2014-10-29
Only a sample available, how is there so many Reviews?

Suspenseful the entire way

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Amirabear
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2014-09-21
Couldn't put this one down, even though it was a big one, I still managed to finish it in 3 days. Reacher was on the run the entire time.

Never go back is right

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Abcreader
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2014-06-18
I've read every one of these books, this was dreadful, just going through the motions.

The over dog barks

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BigUglyManiac
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2014-04-20
This book is classic Reacher, with gratuitous head butts and mathematical intrigue all set in a militaristic miasma that we all love. Blood, sweat, and fears, all dealt with by our battle weary Neanderthal with the beautiful mind and his pair that clank.
This is not the authors most far fetched scenario nor are the baddies going to be played by "the Rock" in the movies, but it is fun to read and over the top in the familiar way all the Reachers are. I loved it.

Not good ...

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Big Max 1
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2014-04-08
I found myself, for the first time, skipping over parts here and there, just wanting to get to the end, because the story is wordy, disorganized, and boring. It lacks the usual Reacher smarts. Too bad ...

Never Go Back

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CSMSR
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2014-03-17
I was hesitant to buy the book due several of the reviews, but decided to just do it. I don't know if the less than stellar reviews were the result of someone having a bad day or what.
I thought the book was very creative and entertaining and recommend it.

Never Go Back

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peggyanns1955
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2014-02-15
Lee Child is back. The last few of his books felt like super action hero cartoons. Not so with this. It was smart and suspenseful throughout.
There's always a little bit of implausibility with fiction like this, but it remained in the margin and didn't interfere with an entertaining story in my opinion.

An improbable Account

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Wa2116473
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2014-02-13
If you can write it, you can believe it for some people, but not me. The book seamed to be such a fabrication that it took the joy out of the story and you are left just reading words. Far from Child's Par Excellance!

A numbers enthusiast should be better at probability

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elsuperjefe
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2014-02-09
I devoured this book, but often felt annoyed by Mr. Reacher's fifty-fifty nonsense. If for example I have a six sided die and roll it I will either roll a six or I won't. However the probability that I do is 1 in six NOT fifty-fifty. A guy that immediately knows an insane fact about the number 3435 should probably also know beginner level probability. This may be just a quibble but the analysis is misused over and over and over again in the novel. It drove me nuts.

Lee Child's "Never Look Back"

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pcgamble
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2014-02-02
Just OK. Though this is my least favorite LC book, it was good enough and I finished it. Still looking forward to Reacher's next adventure!

Not Worth the Time

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Tim/Boston
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2013-12-24
Plot is contrived and regularly implausible. Writing is dull, repetitive. No character development. Total waste of time.

My last Reacher novel?

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Ratter dog
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2013-12-13
Child's mailed this one in. Weak plot. Weak characters. Didn't care what happened to them. And no one knew what was likely going on in Afghanistan? Really? Airplane scene was over the top even for Reacher. Debating if I will take another chance with a Reacher novel.
Where is this series going?

Great Read

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tripolian
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2013-11-05
This was my first ebook but I am an avid fan of the author. He did not disappoint. Excellent read, it was an electronic page-turner. My life was on hold While reading. Now it can get back to normal. Crap I'm late for work!

Best Reacher Story so far

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Riverboss
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2013-11-02
Best of all his books!
A+

Never Go Back

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Itouchcrashesfb
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2013-10-29
This has to be one of the worst book I've ever tried to read. I finally gave up because it was a waste of time.

A Return to Form

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MarkClose
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2013-10-29
I have been growing tired of the Reacher series but this new entry is at or near the very top...simply one of the best. Reacher displays some humanity and the pace is perfect with the action clever (the plane especially) while staying true to the past.

Another great story

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HAH02
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2013-10-25
Jack Reacher keeps on delivering as usual. Another quality story line! Please keep them coming!

Pretty Good

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Megwal
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2013-10-23
The author almost nailed it. Readers want more of the Reacher violence. It appears that Child is writing now to reach a mass-audience and no longer the faithful Reacher fans.

May Never Go Back

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Rivenman
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2013-10-21
Slow, boring, no character chemistry, like running through molasses...take your pick. I was so ready to finish this and not in a good way. Just ready to get to a good book and put this one down. This was so not a Jack Reacher story. It was like I was reading about a different character, one I was totally unfamiliar with.

Possibly the worst book I have read to date

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Hazybeer
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2013-10-19
The characters and situations are contrived to a moronic point that will only appeal to frustrated middle aged men in dead end jobs/marriages. The plot tends to meander with no focus. I got half way through the book and would have put it in the rubbish had it not Ben on my ipad.

Never Go Back by Lee Child

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Aw1234567
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2013-10-17
Awesome, perfect Reacher

Never go back is right!

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JayB101abn
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2013-10-15
Poor plot and character development. Majority of text was detailed traffic situations remotely related to the story line. The secondary plot was ended poorly and the end of the book was simply dropped by the author as if he were a teenager haven reached 501 words of a 500 word essay. Very disappointing.

Never Go Back

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CBL18
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2013-10-15
Lee Child has done it again. This book was a "I
can't put it down" kind of book. This book captures more of the "Reacher" phenomenon than most of his others in the series. It makes you salivate for more.

Hope next is better

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Jlawtx
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2013-10-13
Not his best effort

Never Go Back

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SPBerko
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2013-10-10
Excellent book, a good read.

Too pedantic

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ForrestWalker
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2013-10-08
I enjoy the ore rough reacher. His intellect is good, but this book is all ind and little muscle.

Poof

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Pappy Jim
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2013-10-08
I was enjoying this story and then suddenly it ended in a very unsatisfactory way. It just folded in on itself and was over because of a couple of convenient plot twists as if the author got tired of it and just wanted it to end. Not his best effort. That said he kept Reacher true to form and revealed a little more of his personality and history which is a big part of following this series. I won't hesitate to read the next rendition but hope Child puts more into the plot development.

Never Go Back

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Seegerone
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2013-10-07
Never going to read any more Reacher novels if they continue to be as boring as this one was. What an expensive disappointment!

Disappointing

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Kareasak
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2013-10-06
I normally love Reacher books, but this was a boring storyline and not something you would expect him to be involved with. Couldn't wait to finish it and move on!

Worst Book

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B1NAZ
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2013-10-05
I've have read all the Reacher books and this was the worst. Started great, then died. I bought the book and the audible version because of a 12 hour road trip and my thought when the book ended was, "Are you kidding?"
Disappointing, but that's ok, all the rest were excellent.

Guy

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Igiveupallnicnamestaken
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2013-10-04
Tedious. As a series, these are not the deepest stories, but I would rate many of the earlier books at four or five stars because they are a fun read with almost nonstop action. But this one seemed to drag and bog down. I found myself skimming over paragraphs looking for the action to pick up.
And I agree with an earlier review that the "50/50, flip a coin" thing got old and annoying. AND often times the situation was NOT 50/50! It didnt seem to fit someone as smart as Reacher is supposed to be. It sounded like something a clueless person would say... The equivolent to saying "I have no idea!"

Jack's back

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Expernow
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2013-10-03
By far the the best reacher book in years. I think this series is running low and I feel that the author has stretched his character about as far as he can. Let jack rest and recharge his batteries.

Never Go Back

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SherryD.
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2013-09-30
The best Reacher book yet. They just keep getting better. I can't wait for the next one.
Then again I'll settle for anything Lee Child creates.

Never Go Back

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Marshy3030
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2013-09-29
Lee Child's characters and stories have become richer over the years. I am 71y/o and am passing a legacy to my 13 y/o Grandson, Ernie. He has backtracked since he was 9y/o, and is up to date after I share this book with him.
He prefers the hard copies, but since he doesn't have a job...like Jack Reacher...he compromises with Grammy's iPad.
Mr. Child has affected more than one generation with the joy of reading and the excitement of "the chase"....this spills over into science, math, and many other skills young people need for academic survival in the 21st century.
Thank you, Mr. Child's
Grammy

Never go back

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hugedog
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2013-09-29
Vintage Reacher. I've read them all and this is an excellent representation of what we've all grown to enjoy about the character. Turner is the perfect female equivalent to Reacher.

Never Go Back

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Rocketgirl56
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2013-09-28
I enjoy the character of Jack Reacher very much, however, please Mr. Child, be done with his 50-50 habit! That got old real fast. I prefer the more simply-plotted novels because I cannot read a lot at one time, and I can therefore forget who's who as well as what's going on with multiple, convoluted story lines. Still, I would recommend it.

Never Go Back

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Xyzygy
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2013-09-27
Not one of Child's best. Lot's of questions left unanswered.

Okay

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Jobar_12
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2013-09-21
If you've been reading the Reacher series, you'll probably enjoy this one. The chapters fly, especially if you skim the frequent, lengthy descriptions of the settings. I liked the paternity issue and I know it's tough to have different voices for your characters, but fronting a teenager who thinks and talks just like Reacher was amusing at first and then just distracting. Does the author listen to teenagers? Even the smart ones think and express thoughts differently from middle-aged adults.

Better and better!

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Derek Cooks
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2013-09-21
Lee Child, the Reacher genius, is getting better and better with each "can't put it down" book in this series.
Just makes me want more and more.

Never go Back

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Son of Danger
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2013-09-20
All Jack Reacher fans will rush to read this - but like a restaurant whose specialty fails to impress the second or third time it's ordered, Never go Back will not deliver the same satisfaction as earlier books.
Why? None of the plot lines are plausible enough or well developed.
We wanted to see Reacher find a soulmate in Turner. At least she wasn't killed.
The lame attempts at making Reacher a fall guy were preposterous when we finally learned who was doing it. I still don't understand what they were trying to a accomplish.
If this is the first Reacher book someone reads, my guess is they will not scurry off to read others.

Never Go Back

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betterbari
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2013-09-18
I did not understand the plot. Not my usual favorite by Mr Child!

Never Go Back

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Norminsky
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2013-09-10
I was very anxious to read one of my favorite authors book. Couldn't wait to read it. Well, I couldn't wait to finish it. I kept thinking it would get better but it never did. Shallow, contrived. Really disappointing.

Never go back

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Vevov
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2013-09-09
Not one of Childs best just not very satisfying couldn't wait to get to the end

Never Go Back

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S diggy
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2013-09-08
Just okay. As much as I love Reacher, the plot was a stretch, and the ending was goofy!! I think Reacher would have refused to take part in this story and stayed in South Dakota.

Never Go Back

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qmph
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2013-09-06
This story is awful. Boring. So much unnecessary descriptive dialog. And, really, how many times "flip a coin" or "it is or it isn't"? I really miss the original Jack Reacher, reluctant hero. He was so much more interesting.

How does a Pre-order have 38 reviews?

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Likes to buy single tracks
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2013-08-07
This book isn't out yet.
There's no sample available yet.
How does it have 38 reviews already, ranging from 1 to 5 stars?
I'm giving it 5 stars, just because I don't like to see an author's work get bad reviews before he has even written it.
...and also because I thought his other books were 4 to 5 stars. :)
I'll update my review when his book is finally published.
...and to the guy who gave it 1 star...
1 star?
Really?
The books not even out yet...