The Affair (Jack Reacher, #16)
by Lee Child
The Affair by Lee Child holds a highly rated rating of 4.11 out of 5, based on 44K reader ratings. First published in 2011. The book spans 427 pages.
About The Affair
March 1997. A woman has her throat cut behind a bar in Carter Crossing, Mississippi. Just down the road is a big army base. Is the murderer a local guy - or is he a soldier?Jack Reacher, still a major in the military police, is sent in undercover. The county sheriff is a former US Marine - and a stunningly beautiful woman. Her investigation is going nowhere. Is the Pentagon stonewalling her? Or doesn't she really want to find the killer?The adrenaline-pumping, high-voltage action in The Affair is set just six months before the opening of Killing Floor, and it marks a turning point in Reacher's career. If he does what the army wants, will he be able to live with himself? And if he doesn't, will the army be able to live with him?Is this his last case in uniform?
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Lee Child |
| Published | 2011 |
| Pages | 427 |
| Genres | Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense |
| Average Rating | 4.11 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 43,992 |
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What genre is The Affair?
The Affair is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Affair worth reading?
Based on 44K reader ratings, The Affair has an average score of 4.11 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Affair?
The Affair has 427 pages.
Who wrote The Affair?
The Affair was written by Lee Child. It was first published in 2011.
What is the ISBN for The Affair?
The ISBN-13 for The Affair is 9780593065710.0.
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