Killing Floor

by Lee Child
Killing Floor cover
Good Books rating 3.06
Thriller/Suspense
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  • ID: 4305
  • Added: 2025-10-21
  • Updated: 2025-12-31
  • ISBN: 9780553826166
  • Publisher: Random House
  • Published: 2010-01-01
  • Formats: 2
  • Reviews: 4

Killing Floor plunges readers into a gripping tale of mystery and suspense. A man steps off a bus in rural Georgia, only to find himself behind bars, accused of a crime he couldn't possibly have committed. As the story unfolds, the nasty secrets of a ruthless conspiracy begin to leak out, revealing that he is just a pawn in a much larger game. /n/n The narrative is a tense and thrilling exploration of deception and betrayal, with the protagonist caught in the middle of a web of lies. As he fights to clear his name, the stakes grow higher, and the conspiracy grows darker, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.

Reviews
Laura Gonzalez · Laura Gonzalez · 2023-09-11
good 3.75

Laura Gonzalez praises Killing Floor for its well-plotted story and great main character, although she finds some elements a bit unbelievable. She is willing to continue with the series.

Laura Gonzalez highlights that Killing Floor is a well-plotted story with a great main character, Jack Reacher. She appreciates the pace of the story and finds the character development engaging. However, she notes that some elements of the story are a bit unbelievable. Despite this, she is willing to see how the series progresses and looks forward to reading more about Jack Reacher's adventures.

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    Killing Floor is a well plotted story, with good pace and a great main character.

    Although still a little unbelievable.

    I am willing to see how the series progresses.

One Reading Nurse · 2023-09-09
mixed 3.50

The book delivers excitement and tension typical of a thriller, but some parts feel like filler. It's enjoyable but could be tighter.

The reviewer from One Reading Nurse finds 'Killing Floor' to be an exciting and tense read, which is what one would expect from a thriller. However, they note that there is a bit too much filler content, which slows down the pace at times. Despite this, the book is still enjoyable and showcases the human side of the protagonist, Jack Reacher. The reviewer appreciates the overall excitement and tension but feels that the book could benefit from being more concise. The balance between action and character development is noted, making it a worthwhile read for fans of the genre.

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    There is lots of excitement and tension, what I'd expect in a thriller, but also a bit much filler at times.

    It's not bad, it showed a human side to Reacher that I liked.

    The book delivers excitement and tension typical of a thriller, but some parts feel like filler.

The Legal Alien · 2022-03-04
flawed 1.00

The book is chilling and compelling, but flawed in several areas. It's a mix of clever writing and difficult-to-overlook issues.

The reviewer from The Legal Alien describes 'Killing Floor' as chilling and compelling, with clever writing that keeps readers engaged. However, they also point out several flaws that are difficult to overlook. The book is praised for its intriguing plot and the compelling presence of Jack Reacher, but the reviewer feels that the execution falls short in some areas. The balance between action and character development is noted, but the reviewer finds that the book could have been better if these flaws were addressed. Overall, it's a mix of strong points and weaknesses that make the reading experience a bit uneven.

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    Overall Impression: Chilling, compelling and clever, but also with a number of flaws I found difficult to overlook.

    The book is praised for its intriguing plot and the compelling presence of Jack Reacher.

    The balance between action and character development is noted, but the reviewer finds that the book could have been better if these flaws were addressed.

Luke Harkness · Luke Harkness · 2021-08-30
great 4.00

Killing Floor is praised as a great start to a best-selling action thriller series, with a compelling protagonist and thrilling plot. The reviewer enjoyed the fast-paced action and the character of Jack Reacher.

Luke Harkness highlights that Killing Floor is a fantastic introduction to the Jack Reacher series, which has become one of the best-selling action thriller series ever. He appreciates the fast-paced action and the compelling protagonist, Jack Reacher, who is both tough and intelligent. The reviewer also notes that the plot is thrilling and keeps the reader engaged throughout. However, he mentions that some parts of the story might stretch credibility, but overall, it's a highly entertaining read.

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    Killing Floor is a great first entry into what has gone on to be one of the best-selling action thriller series ever with over twenty novels out there now.

    Jack Reacher is a compelling protagonist, tough and intelligent, who keeps the reader engaged.

    The plot is thrilling and keeps the reader on the edge of their seat.

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