Die Trying

Jack Reacher, Book 2

By: Lee Child

Narrated by: Johnathan McClain

The bestselling novel featuring the “wonderfully epic hero” (People) who inspired the hit film Jack Reacher.

Jack Reacher is an innocent bystander when he witnesses a woman being kidnapped off a Chicago street in broad daylight. In the wrong place at the wrong time, he’s kidnapped with her. Chained together, locked in the back of a stifling van, and racing across America to an unknown destination for an unknown purpose, they’re at the mercy of a group of men demanding an impossible ransom. Because this mysterious woman is worth more than Reacher ever suspected. Now he has to save them both—from the inside out—or die trying.

Critic reviews

“Tough, elegant, and thoughtful.”—Robert B. Parker

“A riveting thriller, brought to life with well-observed detail and paced with taut, evocative prose. It’s a winner.”—Greg Iles

“A thoroughly engrossing tale told by an author who doesn’t miss a beat.” —Rocky Mountain News

“Child presents his tense, action-packed adventure in vivid prose, as lean and capable as his central character. Jack Reacher is not merely a terrific hero; he sets a new standard.”—Tom Savage

“Opens with a bang.”—Chicago Tribune

“A literate scenario-cum-thriller.”—The Philadelphia Inquirer

“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

“[A] redoubtable yet romantic hero…[a] fast-paced misadventure...Cunning and explosive, it's a thumping good read.”—Time Out

“Furiously suspenseful.”—Kirkus Reviews

I could tell that Lee Child wasn't American

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

It's not a bad story, and I didn't mind the narration at all

What could Lee Child have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?

Researched the US military more, much more

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

No, but I didn't think there was that great of a difference from Dick Hill

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

No

Any additional comments?

I wish Lee Child would do more research on American military culture. As a retired Marine, I was grinding my teeth at the constant errors in this story as it pertained to the military. Without giving out any plot lines, just suffice it to say, PLEASE do you research on the American military. Another gripe was the character of the head of the FBI, Child wrote his a total buffoon!

Look past the technical flaws.

Child laces together a good story with plenty of tension to keep you involved. The POV is much different than Killing Floor, and I think it is a good choice. What’s missing from Child’s writing is either a lack of research or a disregard for accuracy. Descriptions of firearms and how they function are odd and distracting for anybody with knowledge of the subject matter. Child doesn’t hold back with violence and torture, so don’t listen on an empty stomach.

Book 2 Done. I’m hooked. On to Book 3

Another great book in the series. Continuous movement in the story/plot.

Wasn’t sure about the reader at first but after the first couple of chapters decided he was the right person to read it.

Highly recommend the series. I’m on to book 3.

Far better than book 1

Far better than book 1 with regards to cadence and narration. Story line continued and I have no reservations about continuing with book 3. Should be good...

Unbelievable!! One of the true great ones!

Chronological order works 4 me! Great job by McClain!
Reacher's way... the way!!