Make Me

by Lee Child
Make Me cover
Good Books rating 4.38
Thriller/Suspense
Buy online
Waterstones
Paperback • £9.99
Amazon
Format/Price Check
Technical
  • ID: 4298
  • Added: 2025-10-21
  • Updated: 2025-12-30
  • ISBN: 9780593073889
  • Publisher: Random House
  • Published: 2015-09-10
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 4

Jack Reacher, with no particular destination in mind, finds himself in the small town of Mother's Rest, expecting a quiet stopover. Instead, he encounters a woman searching for her missing colleague and a town filled with watchful, silent residents. A cryptic note mentioning two hundred deaths piques his curiosity, leading him into a dark and dangerous investigation. /n/n Reacher's typical one-day stopover becomes an open-ended quest as he delves deeper into the town's mysteries. The more he uncovers, the more he realizes that Mother's Rest is far from the peaceful place it seems, and he must confront the heart of darkness that lies within.

Reviews
Laura Gonzalez · Laura Gonzalez · 2023-04-10
fantastic 4.50

The book captures all the best aspects of the Jack Reacher series, with a competent female sidekick and thrilling action. It's a must-read for fans of the genre.

Laura Gonzalez loved how Make Me encapsulates all the best elements of the Jack Reacher series. They particularly enjoyed the competent female sidekick and the thrilling action sequences. The book's pacing and the development of the characters were highlighted as standout features. The reviewer found the story to be a compelling read, with a good balance of action and character development. The travel elements and the small-town setting added to the overall appeal of the book.

Quick quotes

    What I loved about Make Me is the fact that it contains all the best aspects of Reacher (competent female sidekick, kick ass, travel, small town, new characters, old characters, great plot, great action, great suspense, great ending).

    It’s a book that you will not want to put down once you start reading, and it’s a testament to Lee Child’s skill as a storyteller.

    Make Me is a must-read for fans of the genre and a great addition to the Jack Reacher series.

CrimeReview · 2016-04-23
strong 4.00

The book keeps the reader guessing until the very end, showcasing one of the most popular protagonists in thriller fiction.

CrimeReview praises 'Make Me' for its ability to keep readers guessing until the end. They highlight the protagonist as one of the most popular in thriller fiction, which adds to the book's appeal. The reviewer appreciates the intricate plot and the way it unfolds, making it a strong addition to the genre. They also note that the book's pacing and suspense are well-balanced, ensuring that the reader remains engaged throughout. Overall, it's a very strong outing for the protagonist and a must-read for thriller fans.

Quick quotes

    Make Me will keep you guessing almost to the end.

    Another very strong outing for one of the most popular protagonists in thriller fiction.

    The book's pacing and suspense are well-balanced.

Rhapsody in Books Weblog · 2016-04-07
excellent 4.50

The book is one of the best in the Jack Reacher series, despite its formulaic nature. It stands out with its engaging plot and well-developed characters.

This reviewer has read about 8 of the Jack Reacher novels and found this one to be one of the best, despite the series' formulaic nature. They appreciated the engaging plot and well-developed characters, which made it stand out. The story's pacing and the interplay between the characters were particularly noteworthy, making it a compelling read. The reviewer enjoyed the balance of action and character development, which kept them hooked throughout.

Quick quotes

    Make Me is the latest of 20 “Jack Reacher” novels by Lee Child.

    I have read about 8 of them, and although they are a bit formulaic, this is one of the best, if not the best.

    This is one of the best, if not the best, of the Jack Reacher books.

Amazon · 2015-09-21
great 4.50

This is one of Child's best works in a while, combining psychological duels, set-piece violence, and a touch of humor. It's a heart-stopping thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

This reviewer found Make Me to be one of Lee Child's best works in recent times. They appreciated the blend of psychological duels, set-piece violence, and a touch of humor, which added depth to the story. The book's pacing and suspense were particularly noteworthy, keeping the reader on the edge of their seats. The interplay between the characters and the cleverly crafted plot made it a heart-stopping thriller. The reviewer also enjoyed the detective-story and romcom elements, which added a unique twist to the usual Jack Reacher formula.

Quick quotes

    Child's best for some time...with detective-story and romcom elements (even sly humour) on top of the psychological duels and set-piece violence.

    It's a heart-stopping thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

    Make Me is a must-read for fans of the genre and a great addition to the Jack Reacher series.

Appears in Lists