Book Review: Small Wars by Lee Child

in #book6 years ago (edited)

I recently read *Small Wars *by Lee Child. This is a short fiction book (about 1/3rd of the typical novel size), which fills in some gaps in the Jack Reacher saga, taking the reader back in time to 1989.

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The short story brings the reader face to face with the murder of an individual with sensitive government information right at the beginning, while the remainder of the novel has Jack Reacher, from the Army’s Military Police division, working to solve the mystery behind the murder. The storyline moves quick, and gives hints as to Jack Reacher’s character and personality, though those who have read other Reacher novels will understand some of the nuances and quirks that are not elaborated on. In the end, Jack Reacher’s superior intuition and analytical abilities allow him to figure out what really happened… but what will he do once he knows? (you need to read to find out)

I enjoyed the short story, and give it a 4 out of 5 Steem.

It is a page turner and good entertainment, but I did feel the outcome was not unexpected and some parts seemed fairly predictable - to be fair though, it is probably like that for most books or movies being created these days. -Bonus steem nugget: I hid this secret nugget in the middle of this post to see who is reading this, so the first five people to reply to this post using the word “fantastic” in your reply will get a 20% upvote- Given it is a short book, it is well suited for those who do not have large amounts of time to read, but do need downtime here and there to unwind and be amused.

I borrowed the audiobook free from my public library through the OverDrive App – here is more information on that if you are interested: https://steemit.com/reading/@brian.rrr/overdrive-app-ebooks-audiobooks

Have you read this or any of the Jack Reacher stories before?

Take care,

Brian

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Jack Reacher books are fantastic!

Thanks buddy... I appreciate you stopping by!

You've always got something interesting to say, so my pleasure!

fantastic

Although I haven't read any of his books, your review caught my attention, I hope some books can be translated into Spanish... greetings.

Although predictable, it's a fantastic story.

Friend 4 of 5 Steem is a high vote for the book so this was a fantastic book without a doubt

I was left wanting to read a little more of this book

The truth I've never read a book by Jack Reacher I really like reading I hope I can find this fantastic story soon

I know I'm not one of the 5 but I still answer it

Thanks for sharing

A murder I find this very interesting I like the small review of this book the truth I had not read any story of this author I also like for the short of the book I like books like this
This book seems fantastic to me

I am always reading you friend greetings and happy night

You are such a faithful follower my friend. You were number 6, but I am of course giving you 20 because you are so consistent. Thank you!

thanks to you friend for the support you always give me, I greet your beautiful family

I read the latest release "Midnight Line". It was decent, but felt very predictable. I've read many of Lee Child's Jack Reacher series. I typically enjoy them, but for whatever reason, this one wasn't one of my favorites. There are so many better books in the series 👍

I'll check this out though. I've been trying to read the novels in chronological order (although I've definitely failed). I'm going to eventually read them all again because, as I said, I like the series 🙂

Oh yeah. Lee Child is a Fantastic author.

Yeah, I agree with you! A few past #5 but I appreciate your comment and a fellow fan, so I will get you for half!

The crime stories, make us think and act as private investigator, tying loose ends. What you write about this book fills me with curiosity, and the narration is very interesting, the fantastic thing is that you mention that the outcome was predictable, and it is a crime of the highest governmental spheres, so fashionable these days, I imagine that Following the clues you will get to the culprit. Thank you very much for sharing. I had fun reading your story @ brian.rrr

this Jack Reacher book really very fantastic.because i am listening this book matter my friend.but i am not reading this book. i love reading.because read one of them main part of education.its knowing helped me alots of new thing learning.thanks to sharing for your great post of talented book.very well done.take care yourself and best of luck of your great work.may god bless you..my dear friend.. @brian.rrr

Really Jack Reacher is a very interesting story. I appreciate your beautiful review. Thanks a lot for sharing with us.

Hi D:) friend @ brian.rrr I'm new to your blog Looks like a very interesting book,. I love your post. Thank you for sharing with us " Best of luck.

A really wonderful story
He is a very special child
I really enjoyed it

Looks like a very interesting book, i will surely read it. thanks for sharing.

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Surprising book, has intrigued me and I have animos to read it.
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to be honest I have never read Jack Reacher books , though I do like the thought of delving into characters past

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Literally want to speak one thing that, reading books are different essence and in my opinion reading books can take us to the different imagination world and we can create great connection with the book for sure.

And when we turn those pages that really gives the essence of accomplishments and it reflects as we are moving from one phase to the next phase, and specially reading biographies just gives the true inspiration.

Wishing you an great day and stay blessed. 🙂