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 First in gripping series November 8, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
'I was arrested in Eno's diner'.
The opening line of the opening book in the series. It sets the mood. Jack is arrested in small Georgia town called Margrave for a crime he didn't commit. He has drifted into town on a bit of a whim and as the only stranger he's a natural suspect for being the 'perp'. Jack says nothing during the arrest process - the first person narrative gives us his analysis of the situation. It's the first intimation we have that Reacher is bright and quick thinking, cool under pressure and a fearsome adversary. You'll be hooked by the end of chapter one.
Manicured Margrave is quickly contrasted with scenes inside the jail - violent scenes where Jack's formidable abilities become more evident. The story just keeps building from there - bringing in Jack's brother from the US Treasury and FBI agents and university professors.
After hearing Lee Child interviewed by Mark Lawson I got addicted to his thrillers - reading three or four whilst I was ill. I went back to this one to catch up on the beginning of the series. It's written in the first person so we hear Jack's voice. We get some of his army brat background and feeling of happiness to be free of army discipline.
The story line is so fast moving that it pretty much carries you over the improbabilities in the plot and characterisation. These books are great for the sick bed or beach.
The power of money is a strong theme in the novel - a town is in its thrall. Money has made Margrave perfect but money smells and reduces and corrupts people in this novel. Jack Reacher travels lighter in every sense because it doesn't have power over him.
 fantastic loved it October 19, 2008
killing floor
well was recommened this by someone after talking about our favorite books my god i could not put it down and now on my 3rd jack reacher well what can i say i feel that he is a real person who i know . my friend did me a great service telling ne about these . truth be known i would never pick up a book like this normaly but i am hooked now
A gripping read October 10, 2008
A fantastic thriller that keeps you hooked throughout.
I am often disappointed by a thriller's conclusion - but felt that this one kept you gripped all the way through.
I'm a little bit torn in my appreciation of the hero. He is a great character - but suprisingly violent with little conscience, which just does not seem to fit with the overall feel of the character. However, this can be forgiven as it keeps the story running forward at a rapid pace.
I was hooked from the start and found it to be a very enjoyable read.
If you like Michael Connelly books (Harry Bosch fans will appreciate the similar characteristics in Jack Reacher), then you'll find an equally strong thriller in this one.
I can't wait to read the next in the Jack Reacher series.
Simply the best- you will drop everything down to read it. September 24, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This book is simply one of my favourite book ever. I have recommend it many times and lend it to at least 3 people and my own copy is now in tatters.
I found the plot absolutely fantastic. Lee Child's imagination is rich and he creates an excellent atmosphere. He really does small town evil like no- one else ( OK maybe Karin Slaughter). You can not not fall in love with Reacher, who once again uses brains and muscles to achieve what he wants and help those who need it. So many scenes are for me iconic, such as the one in the prison. the twist in the plot is so clever, even now, 2 years after reading it, I always think of it with a smile on my face. Pure delectation, absolute heaven.
I thoroughly, throughly recommend it: you will not regret it!
A total masterpiece!!! September 5, 2008
This book is total masterpiece, I really enjoyed this one - the plot, characters, layout, and total everything - is the highest notch in excellence!
I highly recommend this book! Like most of the Lee Child books!
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