Lee Child

Lee Child, born James Dover Grant on October 29, 1954, is a British author who is best known for his Jack Reacher novel series. The books follow the adventures of a former American military policeman, Jack Reacher, who wanders the United States. His first novel, 'Killing Floor', was released in 1997, and the series has grown in popularity, leading to multiple New York Times bestsellers. Child's writing is characterized by tight plotting, fast pacing, and a strong protagonist. The Jack Reacher series has been adapted into films starring Tom Cruise.

Books

This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.

  1. 1. Killing Floor

    Cover of 'Killing Floor' by Lee Child

    In this gripping thriller, a former military policeman drifting through a small town is arrested for a murder he didn't commit. Upon his release, he finds himself embroiled in a dangerous conspiracy involving counterfeit money, a vast criminal enterprise, and the mysterious death of his brother. Determined to uncover the truth and exact revenge, he must use his skills to outwit the local police, FBI agents, and the mastermind behind the town's dark secrets, all while navigating a complex web of corruption and violence.

    The 1967th Greatest Book of All Time

  2. 2. The Hard Way

    Cover of 'The Hard Way' by Lee Child

    In this gripping thriller, a former military policeman turned drifter finds himself embroiled in a dangerous mission to rescue a kidnapped woman. The protagonist's journey leads him into the dark world of private military contractors and human trafficking. With his unique blend of raw physicality and sharp intellect, he navigates a complex web of deceit and betrayal, where every move could be his last. His relentless pursuit of justice takes him across the United States and into the heart of London, where he must use all his skills to outwit and outfight a formidable enemy who always seems to be one step ahead.

    The 8383rd Greatest Book of All Time

  3. 3. Gone Tomorrow

    Cover of 'Gone Tomorrow' by Lee Child

    In this gripping thriller, a former military policeman turned drifter finds himself embroiled in a dangerous investigation after witnessing suspicious behavior on a New York City subway. His instincts prove correct when the encounter leads to a violent altercation and plunges him into a conspiracy involving a senator, a secretive government agency, and a cold-blooded killer. As he delves deeper, he must use his unique skills and resourcefulness to unravel a complex web of deceit, while staying one step ahead of those who would rather see the truth buried forever.

    The 8674th Greatest Book of All Time

  4. 4. 61 Hours

    Cover of '61 Hours' by Lee Child

    In this gripping thriller, a retired military policeman turned drifter finds himself stranded in a small South Dakota town after a bus accident during a brutal winter storm. As the hours tick down, he becomes embroiled in a desperate defense of a key witness in a forthcoming drug trial, facing off against an enigmatic assassin and local corruption. With the clock ticking, he must use his skills and resourcefulness to protect the witness, navigate the icy conditions, and uncover the truth, all while a countdown to an unknown catastrophe looms, promising an explosive confrontation.

    The 8950th Greatest Book of All Time