For over two decades, Lee Child has captivated readers worldwide with his bestselling novels, thanks to the iconic and instantly recognisable hero, Jack Reacher. However, beyond Reacher’s thrilling adventures, Child has showcased his prowess in short story writing, crafting tales featuring a diverse cast of characters—assassins, bodyguards, CIA and FBI agents, gangsters, and more. Meticulously plotted and infused with Child’s signature action and suspense, these stories highlight his mastery of the short form. Now, for the first time, they are collected in one compelling volume.

Why You Should Read This Book:

• Explore a New Side of Lee Child: Discover stories beyond Jack Reacher, offering fresh perspectives and diverse characters on both sides of the law.
• Masterfully Crafted Short Stories: Each story is meticulously plotted with Child’s trademark suspense and action-packed narrative.
• Perfect for Both New and Longtime Fans: Whether you’re new to Child’s work or a devoted Reacher fan, these tales offer something exciting and fresh.
• A Rare Collection: This is the first time these twenty intriguing, thrilling, and rapid-fire fictions have been compiled together.
• Exclusive Content: Featuring a colourful new introduction from Lee Child himself, this collection marks his first entirely written book in three years.

Contents:

Bodyguard; The Greatest Trick of All; Ten Keys; Safe Enough; Natural in Every Way; The .50 Solution; Publica Transportation; Me and Mr. Rafferty; Section 7 (a) (Operational); Addicted to Sweetness; The Bone-Headed League; I Heard a Romantic Story; My First Drug Trial; Wet with Rain; The Truth About What Happened; Pierre, Lucien & Me; New Blank Document; Shorty and the Briefcase; Dying for a Cigarette; The Snake-Eater by the Numbers.