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Jack Reacher author sits down for an exclusive WINOL interview

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Andrew Child, co-author of the Jack Reacher series, gave an exclusive interview with Mariella Southern during his current book tour. 

Exit Strategy is the 30th book in the Jack Reacher series and the eighth that Andrew has written with his brother, Lee Child. 

Andrew said “Exit Strategy, we hope, is just an absolutely classic Reacher adventure.” 

The latest novel opens with Jack Reacher in a Baltimore coffee shop, when someone drops a note crying for help into his pocket. 

“I think what you really want at the beginning of a book is something that either directly asks or implies a question, because humans are hard-wired to want to find out the answers to questions.” 

When asked what the main inspiration is behind not only this book but the others in the series too, Andrew responded: “We want to give the readers of the series books that they will enjoy reading. 

“It’s about providing that entertainment… that escapism. 

“With crime fiction at least, even though it’s only on the page, the good guys can win and the bad guys do get their comeuppance.” 

The first Jack Reacher book, ‘Killing Floor’ was published in 1997 and written by Andrew’s brother, Lee.  

Since then, the books have inspired both TV and film adaptations- including the 2012 movie starring Tom Cruise. 

When Lee announced plans to retire a few years ago, Andrew’s reaction was “what about Reacher?” 

As a result, Andrew started writing the books with his brother to keep the character and his adventures alive.  

“My brother always says he would just start with the first sentence and then try to come up with a second sentence and then keep going.

“We will work on that first scene… wait until we’re happy with that, and then stop and say: what happens next?

“What would Reacher do?”

“The goal would be – it’s three o’clock in the morning, somebody has to get up early the next day for work – they say to themselves: ‘just one more chapter'”

The brothers have been working together since 2019.

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Police hunt man who threw chair and threatened shoppers

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A man threw a chair and threatened bystanders in the centre of Gosport on Friday.

Police say the man, who was behaving aggressively, threw the chair on the ground and shouted threats at nearby shoppers before running away. No one was injured.

It happened just before noon, outside a Greggs Bakery on the High Street. 

Hampshire Police say the man was white, bald and in his late 40s. He was wearing a baseball cap and a grey hoodie. 

Officers are asking anyone who saw the incident to contact them.

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Police officers injured during anti-migration rally

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Twelve people were arrested after 350 anti-migrant protestors clashed with police overnight in Gosport following reports of a small boat landing in the area.
A small number of officers needed medical treatment following the protests near Walpole car park.
Assistant Chief Constable Simon Dodds said: “Violence and criminal damage have no part in peaceful protest, our position on this has been clear that we will investigate thoroughly and take robust action against anyone responsible.
“Our officers did not deserve to be assaulted as they worked incredibly diligently on Sunday to ensure the safety of everyone in the area.”
Police had banned face coverings and had issued a dispersal order ahead of the protests across Gosport.
Those arrested were held on suspicion of assaulting officers or being drunk and disorderly.
The protest marks an increase in tensions within the UK after protests at Portsmouth, Taunton, Basingstoke and Glasgow in recent months.
Gosport Reform UK councilor Paul Carter told GB News: “If you think about this last night, no one really knew what was happening… I think a lot of people are really worried.”

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Residents warned over closure of recycling centre

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People in Romsey are being warned that the town’s recycling centre will be closing for a month for repairs.

The closure of Casbrook recycling centre will take place from 12 October to 12 November.

The council says that repairs are essential to keep the site safe, after heavy vehicles damaged the tarmac beneath waste containers.

Councillor Kirsty North, Hampshire County Council’s deputy leader, said: “We are investing in essential improvements to preserve the surface of Casbrook HWRC (Bunny Lane) and ensure the facility continues to serve residents safely and effectively for many years to come.

“I thank residents for their patience during these works and confirm that capacity is available at nearby HWRCs to ensure residents that usually use Bunny Lane, can still dispose of their waste during this time.”

Locals have been advised to use alternative centres in Winchester and Eastleigh while the repairs take place.

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