Past Tense
(Jack Reacher 23)
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Transworld Publishers Ltd
Published:4th Apr '19
Should be back in stock very soon

In Past Tense, Jack Reacher embarks on a journey that intertwines with a couple's dangerous predicament, revealing dark secrets from his family's past.
In Past Tense, a young couple finds themselves stranded at a remote motel while trying to reach New York City. As they settle in, they quickly realize that they are caught in a dangerous game where their lives are at stake. The atmosphere grows increasingly tense, and the couple must navigate a perilous situation that tests their resolve and survival instincts.
Meanwhile, the story follows Jack Reacher on a road trip across America. His journey takes an unexpected turn when he discovers a sign pointing to the town where his father was born. Intrigued, Reacher decides to investigate, only to be met with resistance and denial from the locals. As he digs deeper, he begins to question the truth about his family's past and who might be hiding secrets.
As the narratives of the couple and Reacher intertwine, the stakes escalate dramatically. Tension mounts as Reacher uncovers more about his lineage while the couple fights for their lives. Past Tense delivers a gripping tale of suspense, mystery, and the quest for identity, culminating in a thrilling showdown that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.
Absolutely loved Past Tense – Lee Child just gets better and better, which is a very rare quality in a writer of a long-run series. Whip smart, always compelling, always fun, he is dangerously addictive. -- Peter James
Jack Reacher is today's James Bond, a thriller hero we can't get enough of -- Ken Follett
I loved it. One of the best. -- Jonathan Ross
It’s Lee Child. Why would you not read it? -- Karin Slaughter
Sometimes you just want someone who can beat the s*** out of people! I pick up Jack Reacher when I’m in the mood for someone big to solve my problems -- Patricia Cornwell
Loved [Past Tense]! Nothing makes for a great weekend quite like quality time with Jack . -- Lisa Gardner
Busy, bloody and ingenious * The Times *
Busy, bloody and ingenious * The Times *
One of the best...hits the mark perfectly. -- Joanne Harris
The pace picks up...the action becomes brutal, and we're led to an extremely satisfying conclusion...I'm becoming increasingly understanding of our appetite for fiction that features proper punishment for baddies. It's deeply comforting to escape into an imaginary world where we're all safe in Jack Reacher's gammon-joint sized hands. * Independent *
ISBN: 9780857503626
Dimensions: 198mm x 127mm x 30mm
Weight: 323g
496 pages