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This thriller shares a gritty but assured tone that will resonate with Only the Dead fans.
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The best books like Only the Dead are:
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- 6In too deep by Lee Child4.2
- 7Persuader by Lee Child4.5
- 8The Sentinal by Lee Child4.3
- 9The Secret by Lee Child and Andrew Child0
- 10The Hard Way by Lee Child4.6
Former Navy SEAL James Reece confronts his most dangerous mission yet when he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens national security and forces him to question everything he believes about loyalty and
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Quick Comparison: Books Like Only the Dead
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Better Off Dead | Lee Child and Andrew Child | 0 | — | — | Closest match |
| Rising Tiger | Brad Thor | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Killing Floor | Lee Child | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Worth Dying For | Lee Child | 4.5 | 2011 | 544 | Similar vibes |
| Better off Dead | Lee Child | 4.2 | 2021 | — | Similar vibes |
| In too deep | Lee Child | 4.2 | 2025 | 432 | Similar vibes |
| Persuader | Lee Child | 4.5 | 2011 | 543 | Similar vibes |
| The Sentinal | Lee Child | 4.3 | 2020 | 389 | Similar vibes |
| The Secret | Lee Child and Andrew Child | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Hard Way | Lee Child | 4.6 | 2006 | 400 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Only the Dead?
The most similar books to Only the Dead are Better Off Dead, Rising Tiger, Killing Floor.
What should I read after Only the Dead?
After finishing Only the Dead, readers most commonly pick up Better Off Dead next.
Who writes books like Jack Carr?
Authors similar to Jack Carr include Freida McFadden, Gillian Flynn, Alex Michaelides.
What genre is Only the Dead?
Only the Dead is a Thriller novel by Jack Carr. It features elements of Navy SEAL, Military, Revenge.
How long is Only the Dead?
Only the Dead varies in length depending on edition.
About Only the Dead
Former Navy SEAL James Reece confronts his most dangerous mission yet when he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens national security and forces him to question everything he believes about loyalty and justice. Operating in the shadows between official channels and personal vengeance, Reece must use his elite military training to survive enemies both foreign and domestic. Carr delivers authentic military action drawn from his own special operations experience, combining realistic tactical detail with political intrigue and the moral complexity of modern warfare. Perfect for military thriller enthusiasts who appreciate authentic special operations detail, government conspiracy plots, and protagonists who operate in the gray areas between official duty and personal justice.