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  • Die Trying

  • Jack Reacher, Book 2
  • By: Lee Child
  • Narrated by: Johnathan McClain
  • Length: 14 hrs and 19 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (11,120 ratings)

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Die Trying

By: Lee Child
Narrated by: Johnathan McClain
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Publisher's summary

When a woman is kidnapped off a Chicago street in broad daylight, Jack Reacher's in the wrong place at the wrong time. He's kidnapped with her. Chained together and racing across America toward an unknown destination, they're at the mercy of a group of men demanding an impossible ransom. Because Reacher's female companion is worth more than he imagines. Now he has to save them both - from the inside out - or die trying....

©2005 Lee Child (P)2012 Penguin Audiobooks

Critic reviews

“Furiously suspenseful.” (Kirkus Reviews)

“Opens with a bang.” (Chicago Tribune)

“Lee Child’s knowledge of the modern military and its combat tactics amazed me. A chilling and all-too realistic story, and a damn good book.” (Steve Thayer)

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die trying

What made the experience of listening to Die Trying the most enjoyable?

Story line. Action.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Jack Reacher. The way he handled the situation.

Have you listened to any of Jonathan McClain’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes, I believe so.

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

No, But I did get into it.

Any additional comments?

A good book.

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Great Reacher, dull reader

I have come to appreciate the Reacher series, and have found that other narrators give him a lot more depth and personality.

At least this didn't have Tom Cruise's face on the cover? I seriously question how an author who makes a point of Jack Reacher's 6'5" build, 220 pound weight, blond hair and blue eye in every single book could ever think Tom Cruise would be the actor to embrace that description! Cruise is a foot shorter, probably almost 100 pounds lighter, and has dark hair! I really hesitate to see the movie as the vision of the Reacher character has been fixed in my head.

That said, this is a typically complicated situation that the unassuming Reacher always seems to find himself in. The plot is timely and politically charged, and poses many interesting questions. Definitely worth the read.

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Solid

This is a good Reacher story. Consistent with the rest of the series. I am enjoying the series. It has the right amount of suspense, drama and action.

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Good story, annoying narration

The story is a classic Reacher story, literally. Unfortunately, it was barely tolerable due to the terrible narration. I almost stopped it after the first chapter it's that bad. I will skip any more books read by Mr. McClain moving forward.

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Where’s Dick Hill?!

I’m sure McClain is a great narrator but he definitely isn’t right for Jack Reacher. It’s actually very hard to listen to after listening to Dick Hill narrate. And unfortunately, McClain reads the next three books.

Urghh, I miss Dick Hill!!

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Hooked on Jack for Life

Would you listen to Die Trying again? Why?

Absolutely.

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

Even though I know what the outcome has to be (I started with later books first), the book still kept me fretting. I had to remind myself that it will be alright...

What three words best describe Jonathan McClain’s performance?

Not very exciting

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes...just not possible!

Any additional comments?

I am glad the reader was changed out in later books. Nonetheless this is an excellent story

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meh.

liked the first book alot more. I might try the next reacher book someday but this one does not make me super excited to read/listen right away

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Keeps you interested

What did you love best about Die Trying?

Story Line

Who was your favorite character and why?

Jack Reacher, of course.

Have you listened to any of Jonathan McClain’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Don't think so.

Any additional comments?

The only thing I did not like was all the detail about the guns, how they shot, technical stuff.

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good continuation

good continuation of the series. a few places drag but overall entertaining. good if you're on a long trip.

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Another great Jack Reacher Listen!!

Would you listen to Die Trying again? Why?

Enjoyed it. Helped make a long boring road trip go by so quickly.

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