BOOK REVIEW | Consent to Kill (Vince Flynn)

I’m now six books in to the Mitch Rapp series, and Consent to Kill carries on the story and runs with it like a mad man. What I like about this series is that there is a good core of characters, and each book varies enough from the previous to keep you hooked. It’s not the same story being retold in a slightly different way each time. First it was hostage rescue, then it was political shenanigans, then nuclear terror attacks, and in this one, it’s personal.

Here’s the official blurb:

For years, Mitch Rapp's bold actions have saved the lives of countless Americans. In the tangled, duplicitous world of espionage, there are those, even among America's allies, who want to see Mitch Rapp eliminated. They have decided the time has come. Now, the powerful father of a dead terrorist demands vengeance in its simplest form - an eye for an eye, and Rapp instantly becomes the target of an international conspiracy. This time, he must use all of his vigilance and determination to save himself before he can turn his fury on those who have dared to betray him.

This story cracks along at the usual breakneck pace, and alongside the action we also get some good character development. There is a bit more talk about Rapp’s past, and what led him into this way of life, we get time with his brother, and even some more scenes with Kennedy and her son. I liked how this one was of a personal nature, but also how we get to see Rapp’s inner conflict at points, and we learn that there is a point where he draws the line.  

I also liked how in this one Rapp is not indestructible. We see him feeling effects of his age, needing knee surgery, and facing the physical and mental impact of his profession. 

Six books in and this remains one of my favourite book series. I’ve enjoyed all the books to date, this one was great, and I’m looking forward to what happens next in the world of Mitch Rapp.