The Affair

A Jack Reacher Novel

By: Lee Child

Narrated by: Dick Hill

With Reacher, #1 New York Times bestselling author Lee Child has created “a series that stands in the front rank of modern thrillers” (The Washington Post).

Everything starts somewhere. . . .

For elite military cop Jack Reacher, that somewhere was Carter Crossing, Mississippi, way back in 1997. A lonely railroad track. A crime scene. A coverup.

A young woman is dead, and solid evidence points to a soldier at a nearby military base. But that soldier has powerful friends in Washington.

Reacher is ordered undercover—to find out everything he can, to control the local police, and then to vanish. Reacher is a good soldier. But when he gets to Carter Crossing, he finds layers no one saw coming, and the investigation spins out of control.

Local sheriff Elizabeth Deveraux has a thirst for justice—and an appetite for secrets. Uncertain they can trust one another, Reacher and Deveraux reluctantly join forces. Reacher works to uncover the truth, while others try to bury it forever. The conspiracy threatens to shatter his faith in his mission, and turn him into a man to be feared.

A novel of unrelenting suspense that could only come from the pen of #1 New York Times bestselling author Lee Child, The Affair is the start of the Reacher saga, a thriller that takes Reacher—and his readers—right to the edge . . . and beyond.

Critic reviews

Praise for #1 bestselling author Lee Child and his Reacher series

“Child is a superb craftsman of suspense.”—Entertainment Weekly

“The truth about Reacher gets better and better.”—Janet Maslin, The New York Times

“Implausible, irresistible Reacher remains just about the best butt-kicker in thriller-lit.”—Kirkus Reviews

“Like his hero Jack Reacher, Lee Child seems to make no wrong steps.”—Associated Press

“Lee Child [is] the current poster-boy of American crime fiction.”—Los Angeles Times

“Indisputably the best escape artist in this escapist genre.”—Marilyn Stasio, The New York Times

“Jack Reacher is much more like the heir to the Op and Marlowe than Spenser ever was.”—Esquire

Good "who done it?" for new and old Reacher fans

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

There were a few plot twists and surprises. Also, a few times where I laughed out loud or shot up my hand in triumph. Lee Child does a good job with dialog and creating supporting characters that that are interesting. (though they always seem to be hot women :O) )

Would you listen to another book narrated by Dick Hill?

Maybe. The voice actor's voice sounded good when speaking as Reacher but I did find it annoying for the love interest (young southern woman).

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

There were a couple incidents where I was surprised at some of the decisions made by the main character. Reacher can be a bit dark...

Any additional comments?

This is my 2nd Reacher book and 1st audio book. This is a prequel to the first book, The Killing Floor. If you have not read any of the Reacher books then this is a great first read. I am definitely interested in reading the other Reacher books.

Reacher does it again

The story moved right along - the usual twists and plot turns - and in a big surprise ending Reacher almost finds love

Great story. Quick read.

I enjoyed the story and the spectacularly beautiful women nicely described, both living and dead, by the author.

Where is the extra book about Reacher as a teen?

The explanation of the book said there would be an additional part about Jack reacher when he was young and I can't seem to find it.

Love the characters

Per usual Reacher accomplishes his goal and keeps the story alive. The mystery keeps unfolding until the very end.