Blue Moon by Lee Child

Blue Moon book cover

Why read the book?

Blue Moon pits Reacher against rival Albanian and Ukrainian gangs in a city turf war after he helps an elderly man robbed for loan shark debts. Protecting a waitress caught in the crossfire, he escalates the conflict. Third-person narration details the brutal urban battle.

Favourite quote

Blue moons bring rare chances.

What I Loved

Blue Moon unleashes Reacher in a high-body-count urban war, with gang dynamics adding gritty intrigue. The moral simplicity of his mission—protect the weak—resonates, though the violence is intense. Child’s city setting pulses with danger, and Reacher’s strategic takedowns satisfy. This raw, action-heavy thriller delivers for fans.

Key Takeaway

Intervene to tip balances.


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