In my opinion, this may be one of Vince Flynn's very best books. For those familiar with Flynn's past challenge, writing at this level must be no small task. As for presenting "The Last Man" as an audiobook, continuing with the talented George Guidall was also a big plus. Guidall knows the characters - and brings life to them.

Vince Flynn also does what many writers can't do - he's successfully managed the inevitable maturation of an action protagonist whose career has spanned many theaters of intrigue. To do so without making Rapp either uninteresting or unbelievable takes both skill and imagination.

Rest assured, however, the slightly older Mitch Rapp won't disappoint. He's still very to the point and lethal. Even better, Flynn doesn't neglect the evolution of supporting characters like CIA Director Irene Kennedy, Hurley, Coleman and, etc. He also introduces new players - and resurrects old ones - all of whom should prove enjoyable in future stories. Flynn then weaves all these characters into a plausible fast-paced story based on complications the US has with Pakistan (and the Mid East, in general). The complications include duplicitous villains at home and abroad, dangerous thugs and inter-agency competition - all wrapped by greed and ambition.

Along the way, the author gives readers plenty of action and enjoyment while progressing to a somewhat predictable but nonetheless satisfying ending. For me, at least, I enjoy the way that Flynn "lets" Rapp and Kennedy deliver elegant justice rather than cobbling together a slew of implausible events solely for the sake of surprise.

It's great to have Mitch Rapp back on the job...I mean Vince Flynn. Great book, hard to put down. Feels like part one of a two-parter, so I am really looking forward to the next in the series.

Special mention for the narrator - love his voice acting, especially for the character of Stan Hurley. I am not sure if the voice created the mental picture of Stan that I have, or whether the voice matched the picture I had, but it's perfect.

yes- I do not think i would have enjoyed this book nearly as much if I had read it. This was, at least for me, a very fun listen

Flynn delivers.

Really enjoyed listening to this book. Made the time pass and could not wait to hear the rest.
If you have read or listened to other Flynn books this is more of the same, and I mean that as a compliment.

Best ofthe best

Boy, hard to compare. This is an outstanding Mitch Rapp book. Vince Flynn is most definitely not coasting. He must have incredible sources in intelligence and special operations and have spent a lot of time in Afghanistan/Pakistan. The texture and granularity are outstanding without in any way detracting from the story. Flynn is inside the heads of the opposition. You are THERE.

This is a fine performance. I have listened to other Mitch Rapp stories. Guidall does a great job.

This is an action story, so I would not use the word "moved." Engaged? You bet. Nobody does action like Vince Flynn.

Saddle up.

I love George one of the best vocal performers on books I have listened too.

Mitch is my favorite character on these types of books. The only one that is close to him is Shaw. But Mitch is very funny and honest person. One of the worst thing about the book is Stan. Listen to it and you will understand my problem.

Awesome, awesome, and awesome.

Havent read the print version kinda of hard while driving.

Mitch is, has and always will be my favorite. I missed my calling in life because I should have been a CIA assasin and not an engineer. I think like him and pretty much feel the same about authority. You have right and wrong and it is time to deal with the wrong no matter where they are.

The vet fire fight.

I always get choked up when thinking about Mitch's wife Anna and their baby, although I would have killed Gould period.

This series is my favorite right up there with Brad Thor's Scott Horvath. I would love to meet one of these guys in person someday to have a few beers and discuss how they came up with the characters.

Vince Flynn fan or not you're pretty hard to please if you don't love this book. Flynn has a magical way of keeping the action moving without ever coming close to corny. The characters are real and you will quickly get to know them even if you've never read a Flynn book. But, treat yourself and read them all. There are lots of references to the past and you will better understand the sequence of events if you know the history. Rapp, Hurley and Kennedy battle the evil doers once again - all with a hard edged attitude. No flowers and roses in this one. Get invested in Mitch's latest antics. I only wish there were more authors that could write like this. As usual, Guidall tells the story as though its coming straight from his head, not a book. Sheer brilliance.

It is a great read

I liked the character they brought back from the book Consent to Kill. Always wonder if he could leave the work and live a normal life.

He brings the characters alive and the story.

Yes but I have to sleep.

Would like to know how the assignment went that Director Kennedy was going to assign and if he gets back with his family.

Only those that love the genre! Mitch is a complex character that you will either love or hate. If you have read the other Rapp books in the series, then you are a fan. He is wildly entertaining, he is able to say what we in the real world cannot say and he is a results oriented kinda guy. Who wouldn't love him?

The explosion......

Yes. He is superior in this role and disappears from the script, exactly what a great narrator should do. The books I've listened to that have not had Mr. Guidall narrate were only satisfactory or even irritating due to the narrator. Mr. Guidall shines!

Betrayed.

I'm sorry I will need to wait for another year to ride along with Mitch again.

The plot was thinly veiled- even I had it figured out early on in Part One. Good writing of details, but none of the fine descriptions ended up having any importance.

The story should have a more complex character. Also very many characters are introduced and only a few have any direct relevance to the story.

No, I haven't and I'm not likely to do so.

Good writing of details, but none of the fine descriptions ended up having any importance.

I bought this because it was a listener favorite. I'm wondering why.