Worth Dying For

by Lee Child
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Good Books rating 4.3
Thriller/Suspense
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  • ID: 4303
  • Added: 2025-10-21
  • Updated: 2025-12-13
  • ISBN: 9780553825497
  • Publisher: Random House
  • Published: 2011-01-01
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 4

Worth Dying For picks up where 61 Hours left off, with Jack Reacher trapped in a seemingly impossible situation. Known for his action-packed storytelling, Lee Child delivers another heart-racing page-turner that fans of suspense won't want to miss. The novel continues the tradition of Reacher's relentless pursuit of justice, this time testing his limits like never before. This book is a testament to Lee Child's ability to craft intricate plots and compelling characters. Reacher's unique blend of intelligence, physical prowess, and moral code makes him a standout hero in the thriller genre. The novel's fast-paced action and unexpected twists keep readers on the edge of their seats, making it a must-read for any fan of suspenseful fiction.

Reviews
Goodreads · 2025-10-21
good 4.20

The reviewer enjoyed the character development and found the ending to be excellent. They had a few laughs from Reacher's macho talk.

The reviewer found this to be one of the better Reacher stories. They particularly enjoyed the character development and the way the villains were portrayed. The ending was highlighted as excellent, and the reviewer had a few laughs from Reacher's macho talk. Overall, they found the book to be a satisfying read.

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    This is one of the better Reacher stories.

    I had a few laughs from Reacher's macho talk.

    The ending was excellent.

Book Reviews and More · 2019-08-16
thrilling 4.00

The reviewer was hooked by the story and appreciated the character development. They noted the increased violence as a notable aspect.

The reviewer was immediately hooked by the story, finding it to be one of the few where Reacher does not end up in a romantic entanglement. Instead, the story is marked by increased violence, which the reviewer found to be a notable aspect. They appreciated the character development and the way the story kept them engaged throughout. The reviewer found the book to be a thrilling read.

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    I was hooked. This is one of the few stories where Reacher does not end up in bed with someone.

    But that is made up for by some extra violence.

    This is a thrilling read that keeps you on the edge of your seat.

Irresponsible Reader · 2013-09-24
great 4.50

The reviewer appreciates the strong connection to the previous book and finds the protagonist's weakened condition intriguing. They enjoyed the story's pacing and the way the author keeps the narrative interesting.

The reviewer was particularly drawn to the weakened condition of the protagonist, which they found to be one of the best aspects of the book. They appreciated the strong link between this book and the previous one, 61 Hours, which added depth to the story. The reviewer also enjoyed the way the author kept the narrative interesting and shifting throughout the book. They found the pacing to be excellent and the overall reading experience to be highly enjoyable.

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    That weakened condition is one of the best things about this book.

    There's a strong link between Worth Dying For and 61 Hours.

    Child manages to keep the story interesting and shifting though the whole book.

The Guardian · 2013-02-28
great 4.50

The book is praised for its engaging narrative and the reviewer enjoyed the thrilling plot. The reviewer found the story to be one of the best they've read.

The reviewer was captivated by the book, describing it as a great read. They appreciated the thrilling plot and the way the story kept them hooked. The reviewer also mentioned that the book was recommended to them by someone who thought it was one of the best novels they had ever read. The reviewer agreed with this sentiment, highlighting the book's ability to keep them engaged throughout.

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    Worth Dying For is a great book that was lent to me by my mum's friend who said it was "One of the best novels I've read."

    Subsequently, I lent it to my friend who also loved it.

    It's a thrilling read that keeps you hooked until the very end.

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