Past Tense (Jack Reacher, #23)
Past Tense (Jack Reacher, #23)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
New Hampshire • Contemporary
2018
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Past Tense by Lee Child, Jack Reacher embarks on a journey to his father's hometown. While seeking information about his family, he encounters a young couple in distress and faces a series of unforeseen challenges, grappling with danger and uncovering hidden truths about his past.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Lee Child's novel Past Tense features Jack Reacher’s journey into his father's past. Reviews praise Child's skillful suspense-building and compelling character development. However, some readers find the dual storyline structure distracting and slower-paced compared to previous novels. Overall, it’s a solid addition to the Reacher series with an engaging plot.
Who Should Read Past Tense (Jack Reacher, #23)?
Readers who enjoy action-packed thrillers with a strong, enigmatic protagonist will relish Lee Child's Past Tense. Fans of Robert Ludlum's The Bourne Identity or Michael Connelly's The Lincoln Lawyer will particularly appreciate the suspenseful narrative and smart, resourceful characters navigating danger and intrigue.
140,989 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
382
Novel • Fiction
New Hampshire • Contemporary
2018
Adult
18+ years
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