Best 14 Jack Reacher Books to Read in 2024

These 14 jack reacher books keep you on the edge of your seat with gripping stories and nonstop action.
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Hold on to your seatbelts, readers! We are setting out on a thrilling ride to uncover the 14 best Jack Reacher books. We know Jack Reacher books always deliver gripping action and mind-blowing twists. In this list, we’ve cherry-picked the ones that stand out for their intense plots, unforgettable characters, and heart-pounding suspense. So get ready, because these books will keep you hooked from start to finish.

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14 The Killing Floor by Lee Child

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  • Genre: Thriller
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 1997
  • Pages: 536

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The first book in the Jack Reacher series. It’s where we first meet our wandering hero. Lots of action and mystery. Makes you want to read more.

13 Die Trying by Lee Child

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  • Genre: Thriller
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 1998
  • Pages: 432

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Second in the series. Jack Reacher gets in trouble (again) and has to save the day. Packed with suspense and unexpected twists.

12 Tripwire by Lee Child

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  • Genre: Thriller
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 1999
  • Pages: 576

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Third book. Jack Reacher faces his past. This one dives deep into his character. The mystery is thrilling and keeps you hooked.

11 Running Blind by Lee Child

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  • Genre: Thriller
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2000
  • Pages: 512

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Fourth one. Reacher deals with a serial killer. The stakes are high, and the plot keeps you guessing. A real page-turner.

10 Echo Burning by Lee Child

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  • Genre: Thriller
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2001
  • Pages: 576

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Fifth in the series. Reacher helps a woman in trouble. The Texas setting adds a nice twist. Top notch thriller.

9 Without Fail by Lee Child

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  • Genre: Thriller
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2002
  • Pages: 480

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Reacher is asked to protect the Vice President. You get a mix of political intrigue and action. It’s fast and exciting.

8 Persuader by Lee Child

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  • Genre: Thriller
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2003
  • Pages: 560

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Seventh book. Reacher goes undercover. The storyline is intense and gripping. The action scenes are some of the best in the series.

7 The Enemy by Lee Child

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  • Genre: Thriller
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2004
  • Pages: 512

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Flashback to Reacher’s military days. This one gives more backstory. The military setting makes it different and interesting.

6 One Shot by Lee Child

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  • Genre: Thriller
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2005
  • Pages: 512

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A sniper is the villain. Reacher has to clear an innocent man’s name. The suspense is top-notch, making it a must-read.

5 The Hard Way by Lee Child

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  • Genre: Thriller
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2006
  • Pages: 464

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Reacher faces a private military contractor. The plot twists and turns keep you engaged. Action-packed and hard to put down.

4 Bad Luck and Trouble by Lee Child

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  • Genre: Thriller
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2007
  • Pages: 528

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Reacher teams up with old military buddies. It’s like an action reunion. Fun to see Reacher work with a team.

3 Nothing to Lose by Lee Child

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  • Genre: Thriller
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2008
  • Pages: 576

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Two small towns with a big secret. Reacher uncovers a conspiracy. The tension builds up nicely, making it a thrilling read.

2 Gone Tomorrow by Lee Child

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  • Genre: Thriller
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2009
  • Pages: 560

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A woman commits suicide on a train. Reacher investigates and uncovers a terrorist plot. The pacing is superb, keeping you on the edge.

1 Worth Dying For by Lee Child

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  • Genre: Thriller
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2010
  • Pages: 544

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Reacher helps a small Nebraska town against a powerful family. It’s the best because of its raw, relentless action. You can’t put it down.

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Hi there! I'm Steve Peterson, a passionate reading enthusiast who loves nothing more than getting lost in a good book. My love for literature spans across genres, from thrilling mysteries and gripping fantasy to thought-provoking non-fiction.

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