by Lee Child
Part of Jack Reacher, book 31
First published 2026
General Susan Turner faces a problem that demands the skills of only one man. She knows locating Jack Reacher won't be simple, but it can be done. Turner needs someone who will complete the job properly, and Reacher fits that requirement perfectly. In Washington DC, Turner sets out to bring Reacher into a new mission. The nomadic former military policeman finds himself pulled into another dangerous situation where his unique abilities become essential. Turner understands that conventional approaches won't work for what she's facing. The case requires Reacher's particular brand of problem solving. As the situation escalates in the nation's capital, Reacher must navigate threats that test even his considerable experience and instincts.
Genres: adventure, mystery, crime, thriller, action
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, problem-solving
Setting: Washington DC
615 pages · Paperback · Random House Large Print