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    Karen N Bothell, WA 98011 01-29-13
    Karen N Bothell, WA 98011 01-29-13 Member Since 2012

    Karen Nichols

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    "You do not mess with Special Investigations."
    Would you consider the audio edition of Bad Luck and Trouble to be better than the print version?

    Absolutely. Dick Hill's intonations and phrasings give more depth to the characters, underscore the dry humor -- and overall make the plot more interesting.


    What did you like best about this story?

    The existential hero, who is steadfast in his loyalty and his retribution, creating a bit of fairness in our unfair world.


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    Karen Orange Park, FL, United States 01-25-13
    Karen Orange Park, FL, United States 01-25-13 Member Since 2007

    I love to read books but due to vision problems it is very hard. I have fond that listening is almost as good as reading them for myself.

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    "Best story line todate"
    If you could sum up Bad Luck and Trouble in three words, what would they be?

    We get to know some of the people from Reacher's past. This story gives him more of an outlook as to how the rest of his past team is doing in the "real" world.


    Who was your favorite character and why?

    I enjoyed getting to know Frances L. Neagley. I look forward to more of her, Dixon and O'Donnell


    Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

    A few sections were a bit teary but quick


    Any additional comments?

    A must read

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    Roger Santa Ana, CA, United States 01-23-13
    Roger Santa Ana, CA, United States 01-23-13 Member Since 2011
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    "Excellent and Riveting"

    I loved this book. This was my first opportunity to read a Lee Child work. It kept me at the edge of edge of seat.

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    Timothy Sanford, FL, United States 01-23-13
    Timothy Sanford, FL, United States 01-23-13 Member Since 2012
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    "If you like Reacher, you'll love this"

    I do like the Jack Reacher books, I just don't find them "challenging." Lee Childs develops the story well, but always overlooks what ultimately becomes the cause of the problem. I listen to these stories when listening may not get all of my attention. It's no biggie if I miss parts of the book...I usually have them figured out halfway through anyway. I will buy more, and if you like the genre, you should definitely give this one a shot.

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    David L. Wilson Greenville, SC 01-21-13
    David L. Wilson Greenville, SC 01-21-13 Member Since 2011

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    "What goes up must come down."
    What made the experience of listening to Bad Luck and Trouble the most enjoyable?

    You know what Reacher is going to do, you're just not sure how he will pull it off.


    What about Dick Hill’s performance did you like?

    Dick Hill is Reacher. He knows the character and is consistent with Reacher and the others.


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    Farrell Colorado Springs, CO, United States 01-21-13
    Farrell Colorado Springs, CO, United States 01-21-13 Member Since 2009
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    "Riveting"

    Very Good. A terrorist plot, corrupt police, and Reacher.. What's not to like?

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    Joan Rice, VA, United States 01-15-13
    Joan Rice, VA, United States 01-15-13 Member Since 2001

    Say something about yourself!

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    "Just another Reacher"

    Good action, typical Reacher, a bit overdone on the numbers. Nothing spectacular. Just decent Reacher. Excellent Dick Hill narration.

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    Gil Plymouth, PA, United States 01-13-13
    Gil Plymouth, PA, United States 01-13-13 Member Since 2011

    thank me

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    "Reacher stands tough"
    Would you listen to Bad Luck and Trouble again? Why?

    I think I may listen to this again as this was my first Reacher book and I like the way Lee child writes this character. Reacher is very skilled at what he does and what he knows and I will be giving the whole series a listen to.


    How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable?

    I think the ending could have been more force full but really it it didn't have to be.


    Which character – as performed by Dick Hill – was your favorite?

    Reacher, even tho all the others were done masterfully by Dick Hill. Reacher was a very good one.


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

    No, not in this one. If I had to say anything it would be it was refreshing to see the main character be poor and not some high tech person with money. They show you he has know money but what he does have is a skill to help people he loves or cares about.


    Any additional comments?

    Reacher is worth your time as both Dick Hill gives him life and Lee Child gives him depth and a sense this is not just the same old tough guy story line but rather a nice change to a tough guy story line.

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    Caroline Sacramento, CA, United States 01-09-13
    Caroline Sacramento, CA, United States 01-09-13
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    "Could there be a real Reacher out there?"

    Another great Jack Reacher story. The story was a bit complicated and as usual you could not predict the outcome. There were a couple of scenes that were somewhat unbelievable and I did find myself thinking "there is no way anyone would come to that conclusion". Doesn't matter though, it was still a good book.

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    Polly FORT WORTH, TX, United States 01-09-13
    Polly FORT WORTH, TX, United States 01-09-13 Member Since 2012
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    "A little far-fetched for me"

    I like the concept of Reacher's character--his military police background, no personal possessions--except a toothbrush, which he "unpacks" by taking out of his pocket and putting into a hotel glass. However, the story becomes unbelievable at many points. I listened to the end, though I lost interest well before. Got kind of old, knowing the good guys would win and the bad guys would get their just dues.

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