Never Go Back

Jack Reacher, Book 18

By: Lee Child

Narrated by: Dick Hill

Length: 13 hrs and 44 mins

Publisher's summary

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE • THE BLOCKBUSTER JACK REACHER SERIES THAT INSPIRED THE STREAMING SERIES REACHER

Never Go Back is a novel of action-charged suspense starring “one of the best thriller characters at work today” (Newsweek).

Former military cop Jack Reacher makes it all the way from snowbound South Dakota to his destination in northeastern Virginia, near Washington, D.C.: the headquarters of his old unit, the 110th MP. The old stone building is the closest thing to a home he ever had.

Reacher is there to meet—in person—the new commanding officer, Major Susan Turner, so far just a warm, intriguing voice on the phone.

But it isn’t Turner behind the CO’s desk. And Reacher is hit with two pieces of shocking news, one with serious criminal consequences, and one too personal to even think about.

When threatened, you can run or fight.

Reacher fights, aiming to find Turner and clear his name, barely a step ahead of the army, and the FBI, and the D.C. Metro police, and four unidentified thugs.

Combining an intricate puzzle of a plot and an exciting chase for truth and justice, Lee Child puts Reacher through his paces—and makes him question who he is, what he’s done, and the very future of his untethered life on the open road.

©2013 Lee Child (P)2013 Random House Audio

Critic reviews

"Child is a superb craftsman of suspense." (Entertainment Weekly)

“A breathless cross-country spree . . . some of the best, wiliest writing [Lee] Child has ever done . . . Child’s bodacious action hero, Jack Reacher, has already tramped through 17 novels and three e-book singles. But his latest, Never Go Back, may be the best desert island reading in the series. It’s exceptionally well plotted. And full of wild surprises. And wise about Reacher’s peculiar nature. And positively Bunyanesque in its admiring contributions to Reacher lore.” (Janet Maslin, The New York Times)

“An adrenaline-charged, action-packed thriller . . . impossible to put down.” (Lansing State Journal)

Teacher again..

As usual, Dick Hill sucks you into Jack Reacher action filled page after page! Can't wait to start the next one!

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Where does Never Go Back rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

One of the best Reacher series thus far. Dick Hill's way of delivering the words line by line evokes real action as if you are riding with the main characters.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Never Go Back?

The scene inside the holding room (or prison) where Reacher's sense of auditory perception
accounted most of the action until he was able to device a plan to free up himself then extricate (rescue) Major Turner from the adjacent cell.

Any additional comments?

As expected, Dick Hill did not fail his faithful Reacher fans. The story is full of action, funny at times, and masterfully crafted. He portrays Jack Reacher as one soldier who can survive using his wits and his muscles, so unconventional in his ways but unafraid to face the "authorities" who defy the social conventions. This is another book for the movies.

Jack did it again

The book was intense and exciting . I like how the characters work together .

Movie out October, yea! Looking forward to Movie

This book was great. Took a long time to develop and the kid thing going the other way would gave been great for reacher if this was the last book in the series. everyman needs children . reacher needed family

Another Reacher book to love.

A little slow at first but then I couldn't put it down. Dick Hill can be a little over-dramatic at times but I've heard him so many times I'm used to him. The biggest problem I have is now I have to wait for the next one. Not his very best but still very enjoyable!

I loved this book!

What did you love best about Never Go Back?

Fast paced, fun, great characters. Jack Reacher is always a fun read

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

It is a page turner

Any additional comments?

Fun and fast read. Great vacation book.

best yet

Almost.......Reacher found "the right one"? Damn not yet. I almost wish it were true. you will find yourself wishing it too!

Best Narrator!

Dick Hill is my favorite narrator. His gruff voice makes things come alive. He sounds like a rough & tough ex-Marine, who is an experienced fighter and can handle several enemies at the same time. Dick Hill narrates most of Lee Child’s books. And trust me, all of Lee Child’s books are page-turners. So if you want a page-turner, this is the place to go!

Most anticipated series always

If you could sum up Never Go Back in three words, what would they be?

Great book. Consistent with the character development and the rest of the series.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Jack Reacher is of course my favorite character. He's smart, down to earth and resourceful. What's not to like? He's impossibly self-confident but it works for him.

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

Yes. I think that Dick Hill is a fine narrator and he's definitely at his best with the Jack Reacher series. He is THE voice of Jack Reacher.

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

I always laugh when I listen to a Jack Reacher story. You can't help it - it's full of humour. My biggest reaction though is: What, already over? I have to wait another year now for a new story? Sigh...

Any additional comments?

I listen to a lot of audiobooks and the Jack Reacher series is always the most anticipated one. Even after 18 books, the character doesn't get old or repetitive. His character is developing nicely and I always learn something new about him. Every year, I feel like I meet an old friend again for a bit of a journey and I'm always sad to say goodbye!

great story

movie would have be a lot better if it had followed the. book more closely