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A Wanted Man (Jack Reacher, #17)

Lee Child, Dick Hill
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A Wanted Man (Jack Reacher, #17)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012

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Lee Child, Dick Hill

A Wanted Man (Jack Reacher, #17)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

15

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Nebraska • Contemporary

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

A Wanted Man by Lee Child and Dick Hill follows Jack Reacher, a former military policeman, as he is drawn into a dangerous situation involving a murder and a kidnapping. Set in rural Nebraska, Reacher partners with law enforcement officials to unravel a complex conspiracy, using his skills and intelligence to uncover the truth and dispense justice.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

120,444 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Most reviews for Lee Child and Dick Hill's A Wanted Man commend its gripping narrative and intense pacing, typical of Child's thrillers. Critics appreciate the tight plotting and strong character development. However, some note that the story’s complexity may overwhelm new readers. The narration by Hill is generally praised for adding depth and tension to the audiobook experience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Wanted Man (Jack Reacher, #17)?

Readers who enjoy fast-paced thrillers with a strong, resourceful protagonist will be captivated by A Wanted Man. Fans of Lee Child's Jack Reacher series, as well as those who appreciate the suspense and action in Robert Ludlum's The Bourne Identity or James Patterson's Alex Cross novels, will find this book engaging.

4.2

120,444 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

A Wanted Man is the 17th book in the Jack Reacher series, known for its lean, evocative writing style that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

The audiobook version of A Wanted Man is narrated by Dick Hill, who is celebrated for his distinctive voice and has become synonymous with the Jack Reacher series.

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Lee Child, the author of A Wanted Man, began the Jack Reacher series after unexpectedly losing his job in television, a turn of events that led to a highly successful second career as a novelist.

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Book Details
Pages

15

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Nebraska • Contemporary

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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