Gone Tomorrow

by Lee Child
Gone Tomorrow cover
Good Books rating 4.25
Thriller/Suspense
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  • ID: 4302
  • Added: 2025-10-21
  • Updated: 2025-12-30
  • ISBN: 9780593057056
  • Publisher: Random House
  • Published: 2009-01-01
  • Formats: 2
  • Reviews: 4

Jack Reacher, the enigmatic loner, finds himself in a tense situation when he spots a fellow passenger exhibiting all the tell-tale signs of a suicide bomber. His keen observation skills, honed over years of experience, put him on high alert as he watches the woman tick off each bullet point on his mental list. This sets the stage for a gripping and suspenseful thriller that showcases Reacher's unique abilities and the dangers that lurk in the shadows of everyday life. /n/n The novel delves into the mind of a man who is always prepared for the worst, yet never quite knows what to expect. As Reacher navigates the subterranean labyrinth of the New York City subway system, he must use all his wits and instincts to prevent a potential disaster. The story is a testament to the power of observation and the importance of being aware of one's surroundings, even in the most mundane of settings.

Reviews
Rhapsody in Books · 2011-10-10
gripping 4.00

This installment in the Jack Reacher series is gripping and layered, though it may lack the lighthearted feel of some earlier books. It features a heroic character who consistently works for the good guys.

Gone Tomorrow is the 13th book in the Jack Reacher series, featuring a superhero-like character who is also a killing machine, but fortunately, he works on the side of the good guys. The reviewer notes that while this installment might not have the same light, pulpy feel as some earlier Reacher adventures, it is gripping and layered. The narrative is engaging and keeps the reader hooked, making it a worthwhile addition to the series. The reviewer appreciates the depth and complexity of the story, even if it lacks the lighter tone of previous books.

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    This is the 13th in the Jack Reacher thriller series, which feature a superhero/killing machine who, fortunately, works on the side of the good guys.

    In the end, Gone Tomorrow might not have the same light, pulpy feel as some earlier Reacher adventures, but it's gripping, layered, and ...

    In the end, Gone Tomorrow might not have the same light, pulpy feel as some earlier Reacher adventures, but it's gripping, layered, and ...

EuroCrime · 2009-07-12
typical 4.00

The book delivers exactly what fans of the series expect, with a thrilling and satisfying narrative. It's a typical Jack Reacher thriller that won't disappoint.

If you're a fan of the Jack Reacher series, you'll know exactly what to expect from Gone Tomorrow. It's a typical Jack Reacher thriller, and if you like this series, you won't be disappointed. The book delivers a thrilling and satisfying narrative that keeps you hooked until the very end. The reviewer emphasizes that the book stays true to the series' formula, which is a good thing for those who enjoy the consistent quality and excitement that Jack Reacher novels provide.

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    GONE TOMORROW is a typical Jack Reacher thriller.

    If you like this series, you'll know exactly what to expect and you won't be disappointed.

    It's a typical Jack Reacher thriller, and if you like this series, you won't be disappointed.

ToursBooks · 2009-05-30
satisfying 4.50

The book was devoured in less than a day, highlighting its engaging and fast-paced nature. While it may not be deathless prose, it is highly entertaining and satisfying.

The reviewer expresses a blissful, satisfied sigh after devouring Gone Tomorrow in less than a day, all 421 pages. They acknowledge that the book may not be deathless prose, but it is highly entertaining and satisfying. The fast-paced narrative and engaging story kept the reviewer hooked, making it a enjoyable read. The reviewer appreciates the book's ability to provide a thrilling and satisfying experience, even if it lacks literary depth. Overall, it's a book that is hard to put down and leaves the reader feeling satisfied.

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    That blissful, satisfied sigh you hear is me. I devoured Gone Tomorrow in less than a day, all 421 pages.

    No, it isn't deathless prose, but it is highly entertaining and satisfying.

    No, it isn't deathless prose, but it is highly entertaining and satisfying.

Kirkus Reviews · 2009-05-19
entertaining 4.50

No one kicks butt as entertainingly as Reacher. This book is a fantastic read with a wonderful twist and turn.

The reviewer from Kirkus Reviews praises 'Gone Tomorrow' for its entertaining and action-packed narrative. They highlight that no one kicks butt as entertainingly as Reacher, making this book a fantastic read. The story is filled with twists and turns that keep the reader engaged from start to finish. The reviewer appreciates the unique blend of action and intrigue that Lee Child brings to the Jack Reacher series, making it a standout in the genre.

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    No one kicks butt as entertainingly as Reacher.

    This book is a fantastic read with a wonderful twist and turn.

    The story is filled with twists and turns that keep the reader engaged from start to finish.

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