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The Affair (Jack Reacher, #16)

Lee Child
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The Affair (Jack Reacher, #16)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011

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Lee Child

The Affair (Jack Reacher, #16)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

427

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Carter Crossing, Mississippi • 1990s

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Affair by Lee Child follows person Jack Reacher as they investigate a murder in a small town. Set prior to Reacher's days as a drifter, this thriller explores the complexities of duty and justice, offering a glimpse into Reacher's past and the events that shaped their future.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

140,420 ratings

83%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Lee Child's The Affair masterfully blends suspense with gritty characterization, diving into Jack Reacher's intriguing past. Critics praise its compelling plot and relentless pacing. However, some find the narrative somewhat predictable. Overall, it's an engaging read for thriller aficionados, offering deep insights into its iconic protagonist’s origins.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Affair (Jack Reacher, #16)?

Readers who enjoy Lee Child's The Affair are typically fans of fast-paced, action-packed thrillers featuring strong, lone-wolf protagonists. If you liked The Bourne Identity by Robert Ludlum or Along Came a Spider by James Patterson, The Affair will keep you on the edge of your seat with its suspenseful plot and gripping storytelling.

4.3

140,420 ratings

83%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

427

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Carter Crossing, Mississippi • 1990s

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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