Killing Floor
Reacher steps off a bus in a small Georgia town and is promptly arrested for murder.
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- 6+ books
- 1997–today
- Ongoing series
A former military cop drifts across America with a toothbrush and a strong sense of justice. The books mostly stand alone, but reading in order lets you watch Reacher’s story unfold.
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How to read the Jack Reacher books in order
The Jack Reacher series by Lee Child began in 1997 with Killing Floor and is still going. Below are the first 6 books in reading order, with more coming soon. The best place to start is Killing Floor (1997).
Most Reacher novels work as standalones, so you can jump in almost anywhere. Reading in order lets you follow Reacher's backstory and the people who come and go from his life.
Jack Reacher reading order
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Die Trying
Wrong place, wrong time: Reacher is kidnapped alongside a woman with very powerful connections.
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Tripwire
Hiding out in Key West, Reacher is pulled back in when a detective comes looking for him.
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Echo Burning
Hitchhiking across Texas, Reacher accepts a ride — and an offer he should probably refuse.
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Without Fail
The Secret Service hires Reacher to show them exactly how he’d get to the Vice President-elect.
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Showing the first 6 books. This series keeps going, and the full list is on the way.
Quick answers
What is the first Jack Reacher book?
Killing Floor (1997) is the best place to start the Jack Reacher series.
How many Jack Reacher books are there?
The series has more than 6 books and is still going. We list the first 6 here, with more coming soon.
What order should I read the Jack Reacher books in?
In this order: Killing Floor, Die Trying, Tripwire, Running Blind, Echo Burning, Without Fail.