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Mitch Rapp #25
Double Tap
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Expected 22 Sep 26Vince Flynn’s #1 New York Times bestselling series continues the American Assassin storyline taking a young Mitch Rapp on his first deep cover mission in which he infiltrates a jihadi organization bent on unleashing a weapon of mass destruction—written by Don Bentley.
Mitch Rapp signed up to be an assassin.
A lone wolf who hunts and kills his nation’s enemies on their turf.
Now, he has a new mission.
When Mitch’s target—a Pakistani chemical weapons scientist for hire—is snatched from the streets of Verona, the American Assassin must penetrate the jihadi cell responsible for the brazen kidnapping before they can make use of the scientist’s deadly expertise.
But Mitch isn’t the only one interested in the scientist.
The Pakistani represents an existential threat. A threat that will fray alliances, force enemies to seek common ground, and resurrect long settled vendettas. As the events triggered by the kidnapping cascade out of control, Mitch Rapp must stop the chain reaction before the Middle East reaches critical mass.
Mitch Rapp signed up to be an assassin.
A lone wolf who hunts and kills his nation’s enemies on their turf.
Now, he has a new mission.
When Mitch’s target—a Pakistani chemical weapons scientist for hire—is snatched from the streets of Verona, the American Assassin must penetrate the jihadi cell responsible for the brazen kidnapping before they can make use of the scientist’s deadly expertise.
But Mitch isn’t the only one interested in the scientist.
The Pakistani represents an existential threat. A threat that will fray alliances, force enemies to seek common ground, and resurrect long settled vendettas. As the events triggered by the kidnapping cascade out of control, Mitch Rapp must stop the chain reaction before the Middle East reaches critical mass.
416 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication September 15, 2026
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Don Bentley
11 books928 followersDon Bentley is the NYT bestselling author of FORGOTTEN WAR, Tom Clancy WEAPONS GRADE, and Vince Flynn's MITCH RAPP series (2024). Former FBI Special Agent and Army Apache pilot. Learn more at www.donbentleybooks.com
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The hand is fast
the target slow
another tango's down
watch the legend grow
of course it's Mitch
of course it's Rapp
the next adventure soon:
it's DOUBLE TAP
Federal and rural highways proudly wore the Ethel Merman badge in all fifty states of the Union before the pen of Dick Nixon fixed it for everyone on January 2, 1974. Ostensibly, ANYTHING GOES to 55 MPH was done to combat the 1973 oil crisis and the OPEC oil embargo. Since the Internet wouldn't see the light of day for roughly another 20 years, Americans improvised, using Citizen Band radios in their cars to communicate about gas availability and roadway speed traps. Long known to exploit a good thing while the going is good, Hollywood leveraged the CB craze and U.S. love for truckers in a slew of movies both for the big screen and TV all throughout the 70s. Making a run for the Arizona/ New Mexico border to ditch a corrupt and oppressive Sheriff, the gang led by Kris Kristofferson's character Rubber Duck drove in CONVOY like bats out of hell, following his tanker trailer full of volatile explosive chemicals to an explosive ending. A superb retro thriller about defying the odds, DOUBLE TAP brings Mitch Rapp back to the heyday of the 90s, also in a CONVOY from hell, in hell, and headed towards another hell. Chock-full of action, DC politics, CIA shenanigans, grit and bravado, DOUBLE TAP is a raging inferno of a book that'll take readers all the way back to the glorious geopolitical insanity of the 90s. And beyond.
Clandestine to the core, DOUBLE TAP never quite reveals in what year the story unspools in, leaving readers to stumble towards ecstasy in proper Kyle Reece tech-noir fashion. There are clues galore and the parameters are set in the span of NBA L.A. LAKERS star Vlade Divac's playing career and bracketed between the two World Trade Center bombing attacks eight years apart. Does it really matter? A little bit. Not quite an old old school spy thriller, there is talk of hacking, computers, databases and the internet in DOUBLE TAP, though the hottest item in Uncle Sam's arsenal is early twenty something Mitch Rapp. The memory of Lockerbie will probably never fade for Mitch as he lives in a zero sum world and deals with troubles and issues head on. DOUBLE TAP presents Rapp as newly minted Camp Peary Operator extraordinaire for the Omega Program. Obviously, Rapp's a great assassin, though being a button man for democracy hasn't even scratched the surface of his abilities. Anyone can kill people, Mitch Rapp, however, can do much much more. While the Program's Orion team deals with a never-ending crop of evil-doers, striking fear into the heart of America's enemies, DOUBLE TAP is a different mission and new ground for the crew. Venture into the belly of the beast, behind enemy lines deep in denied territory, working without support, prep teams, or a save-the-day kind of Quick Reaction Force. Like the boys from S.W.A.T. and in the words of Jim Street, this is nonetheless what they train for. And Mitch Rapp's the right man for the job.
In a modern world that is actively flirting with surveillance society status, velvet glove tyranny and powder puff authoritarianism of western democracies, DOUBLE TAP spends way too much time glazing the Mossad, a peculiar literary style that ended with David Morrell's THE LEAGUE OF NIGHT AND FOG a few months before Black Monday 1987. Irrespective, DOUBLE TAP is a thrilling achievement that lines up well with its twenty-four predecessors, making it even more peculiar why the narrative is littered with the phrases "Time to 'xyz'..." and "writ large", often creating awkward moments in the story. Hitting all the marks for modern spy craft entertainment, DOUBLE TAP goes the extra mile with axioms like "safe always beats sorry", that nothing in the intel biz is ever ironclad, and that the line between audacity and stupidity can be a bit blurry. Of course a Mitch Rapp vehicle through and through, DOUBLE TAP gives readers plenty of opportunity to cheer for Stan Hurley owning a big part of the story and the way he's written, reading like a mix between 1989's BATMAN and the character of the same name in AMERICAN ASSASSIN, verified badass and all Michael Keaton. Consummate spy craft MIL-fiction that ranks among the best of today and could proudly strut among giants of the 80s and 90s, DOUBLE TAP is a novel of skill, daring, and calm professionalism. Get DOUBLE TAP and reconnect with BBQs and ballgames; Mitch Rapp is back and here to preserve truth, justice, and the American Way.
Big thank you to Vince Flynn dot com, Don Bentley, Dave Brown & Emily Bestler for the ARC.
August 16, 2026
Absolutely loved this book and I truly hope Don stays on and continues to write and continue this path of the Mitch Rapp series. Don truly gets this series and the characters. The origin stories and the build up of characters and the original ideas are amazing. To see Stan in the field and to know what Rapp eventually becomes you can see how Mitch is exactly who Stan wanted him to be. The two men are so similar and cut from the same cloth. I love seeing Irene grow and learn on the job and become the amazing leader and character she is in the future books. The brilliance is to give us the backstories set in real history. It brings us to the story and catches our attentions. You can tell this all leads to Transfer of Power eventually and I hope Don can stay on to lead up to that! I loved this book and am excited for ride.
September 2, 2026
A nod back to Mitch Rapp in his early days and Don Bentley knocks this one out of the park! Classic Rapp in this one getting in the thick of an international incident while fighting to save the work with the help of Irene and Stan Hurley. The details in this one are the chefs kiss because the historical references are simply perfection. I particularly love the building of the Rapp character as insight into who he becomes in later books. It’s really quite brilliant. Thanks to Atria Books for the advance read.
August 15, 2026
Mitch Rapp never disappoints! Vince Flynn created the much beloved “American Assassin” hero, and Don Bentley has, once again, proven that he “has the chops” to keep the legacy alive, by adding another outstanding edition to the series. Double Tap is a high-energy page turner, with twists and turns that keep you guessing, and make for a very entertaining read. Highly recommended!
August 2, 2026
Buy this book! Spectacular work by Don Bentley.
September 6, 2026
Expertly written by Don Bentley! He was born to fill the big shoes of Vince Flynn.
Double Tap takes Rapp back to the early days of service on the Orion Team, an off-the-books hit squad whose tasking is to remove only the most dangerous terrorists in the world.
In some excellent maneuvering, where dangerous paths cross, Bentley captures what we loved about the early Flynn novels; action, great characters and bravado. Stan Hurley and Scott Coleman are my favorite characters. Both are featured and I can’t help but wish for some standalone stories for both.
Double Tap does not disappoint! Thank you to Emily Bestler Books for the advanced reader copy.
Double Tap takes Rapp back to the early days of service on the Orion Team, an off-the-books hit squad whose tasking is to remove only the most dangerous terrorists in the world.
In some excellent maneuvering, where dangerous paths cross, Bentley captures what we loved about the early Flynn novels; action, great characters and bravado. Stan Hurley and Scott Coleman are my favorite characters. Both are featured and I can’t help but wish for some standalone stories for both.
Double Tap does not disappoint! Thank you to Emily Bestler Books for the advanced reader copy.
September 8, 2026
I was lucky enough to receive an advanced readers copy and it was another great Mitch Rapp book by Don Bentley.
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March 6, 2026Notícia entusiasmante: Mitch Rapp está de volta em setembro com uma nova aventura!
Marcar no calendário: 15 de setembro de 2026. Mitch Rapp, o lendário assassino americano, regressa em Double Tap, o aguardado novo livro da série. A mais recente adição à saga de sucesso de Vince Flynn ganha vida pelas mãos do autor Don Bentley, dando continuidade à história que os fãs tanto apreciam há anos.
Após o sucesso da sua estreia com Capture or Kill e Denied Access, Bentley assume o papel de narrador da jornada de Rapp, sucedendo a Kyle Mills, que deu continuidade à história após o falecimento de Flynn em 2013. Os romances de Bentley exploram os primeiros anos de Rapp na CIA, oferecendo aos fãs uma compreensão mais profunda do complexo agente.
Segundo Bentley, Double Tap serve como um ponto de partida acessível para novos leitores, ao mesmo tempo que satisfaz os fãs mais dedicados. “Este romance preenche a lacuna na cronologia de Rapp, explorando as suas primeiras incursões em operações clandestinas”, partilhou Bentley em exclusivo com o The Real Book Spy. “Dá continuidade à narrativa de American Assassin, entrelaçada com referências subtis a personagens e enredos que os leitores de longa data reconhecerão. Se nunca leu uma história de Mitch Rapp, agora é a sua oportunidade de começar!”
Para os curiosos sobre a posição cronológica dos livros de Bentley dentro da série, ambos são prequelas. Capture or Kill decorre por volta de 2011, situando-se entre Pursuit of Honor e The Last Man, ambos de Flynn. Denied Access decorre após Kill Shot, que por sua vez faz parte da trilogia prequela de Flynn, iniciada com American Assassin (2010). Double Tap posiciona-se entre Denied Access e Transfer of Power, o primeiro romance de Rapp publicado por Flynn, apesar de não ser o primeiro na cronologia da série.
Quer seja um fã de longa data de Rapp ou um novato na franquia, Double Tap é já considerado um dos lançamentos mais aguardados do ano. É de leitura obrigatória para os fãs de thrillers intensos e eletrizantes, como A Lista Terminal, de Jack Carr, ou O Homem Cinzento, de Mark Greaney.
Veja a capa e os detalhes da história abaixo!
Aclamado por críticos como Lisa Scottoline como "um dos críticos mais dedicados e imparciais", Ryan Steck afirmou-se como uma voz importante no género thriller. Conhecido pelas suas análises perspicazes, também trabalha a tempo inteiro como editor freelancer. Entre as suas obras aclamadas contam-se Campos de Fogo — elogiado por Jack Carr como «deixando-o sem palavras» —, além de Alcance Letal, Sede de Sangue, Escuridão Absoluta e Monarca, de Ted Bell.
Prepare-se para mais uma aventura eletrizante com Mitch Rapp — em breve!
Marcar no calendário: 15 de setembro de 2026. Mitch Rapp, o lendário assassino americano, regressa em Double Tap, o aguardado novo livro da série. A mais recente adição à saga de sucesso de Vince Flynn ganha vida pelas mãos do autor Don Bentley, dando continuidade à história que os fãs tanto apreciam há anos.
Após o sucesso da sua estreia com Capture or Kill e Denied Access, Bentley assume o papel de narrador da jornada de Rapp, sucedendo a Kyle Mills, que deu continuidade à história após o falecimento de Flynn em 2013. Os romances de Bentley exploram os primeiros anos de Rapp na CIA, oferecendo aos fãs uma compreensão mais profunda do complexo agente.
Segundo Bentley, Double Tap serve como um ponto de partida acessível para novos leitores, ao mesmo tempo que satisfaz os fãs mais dedicados. “Este romance preenche a lacuna na cronologia de Rapp, explorando as suas primeiras incursões em operações clandestinas”, partilhou Bentley em exclusivo com o The Real Book Spy. “Dá continuidade à narrativa de American Assassin, entrelaçada com referências subtis a personagens e enredos que os leitores de longa data reconhecerão. Se nunca leu uma história de Mitch Rapp, agora é a sua oportunidade de começar!”
Para os curiosos sobre a posição cronológica dos livros de Bentley dentro da série, ambos são prequelas. Capture or Kill decorre por volta de 2011, situando-se entre Pursuit of Honor e The Last Man, ambos de Flynn. Denied Access decorre após Kill Shot, que por sua vez faz parte da trilogia prequela de Flynn, iniciada com American Assassin (2010). Double Tap posiciona-se entre Denied Access e Transfer of Power, o primeiro romance de Rapp publicado por Flynn, apesar de não ser o primeiro na cronologia da série.
Quer seja um fã de longa data de Rapp ou um novato na franquia, Double Tap é já considerado um dos lançamentos mais aguardados do ano. É de leitura obrigatória para os fãs de thrillers intensos e eletrizantes, como A Lista Terminal, de Jack Carr, ou O Homem Cinzento, de Mark Greaney.
Veja a capa e os detalhes da história abaixo!
Aclamado por críticos como Lisa Scottoline como "um dos críticos mais dedicados e imparciais", Ryan Steck afirmou-se como uma voz importante no género thriller. Conhecido pelas suas análises perspicazes, também trabalha a tempo inteiro como editor freelancer. Entre as suas obras aclamadas contam-se Campos de Fogo — elogiado por Jack Carr como «deixando-o sem palavras» —, além de Alcance Letal, Sede de Sangue, Escuridão Absoluta e Monarca, de Ted Bell.
Prepare-se para mais uma aventura eletrizante com Mitch Rapp — em breve!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Mitch Rapp is back as Don Bentley takes readers into the early years of his career. This time, Mitch is tasked with eliminating a Pakistani scientist. Before he can complete the mission, however, the scientist is kidnapped by a terrorist cell that plans to force him to use his expertise to unleash more terror on the world. Mitch must go undercover, infiltrate the organization, eliminate the scientist, and stop the terrorists before their plans can become reality.
There is a lot to like about Double Tap. First and foremost, Stan Hurley, Mitch’s mentor, gets plenty of time in the field. It was a real treat to see Stan in action, and Bentley does an excellent job showcasing his confidence, experience, and swagger throughout the story. Several scenes highlight what makes Stan such a great character, especially the helicopter sequence near the end of the book. Watching the master operate in his element while assisting Mitch along the way was one of the novel’s highlights.
The story flows well, with enough action and intrigue to keep readers engaged from beginning to end. The pace of the final 75 pages is absolutely relentless. Once the story hit its climax, I couldn’t put the book down. I also continue to enjoy Bentley’s exploration of Mitch’s past, filling in key pieces of his backstory and showing how he developed into the legendary character fans know today.
The good news for new readers is that you can pick up this book without feeling lost, even if you haven’t read previous entries in the series. That said, if you haven’t read any of the Mitch Rapp novels, what are you waiting for? Get started.
This was an easy five-star read for me. Bentley’s second contribution to the Mitch Rapp series lives up to the high standards that Vince Flynn established and that the series has maintained over the years.
There is a lot to like about Double Tap. First and foremost, Stan Hurley, Mitch’s mentor, gets plenty of time in the field. It was a real treat to see Stan in action, and Bentley does an excellent job showcasing his confidence, experience, and swagger throughout the story. Several scenes highlight what makes Stan such a great character, especially the helicopter sequence near the end of the book. Watching the master operate in his element while assisting Mitch along the way was one of the novel’s highlights.
The story flows well, with enough action and intrigue to keep readers engaged from beginning to end. The pace of the final 75 pages is absolutely relentless. Once the story hit its climax, I couldn’t put the book down. I also continue to enjoy Bentley’s exploration of Mitch’s past, filling in key pieces of his backstory and showing how he developed into the legendary character fans know today.
The good news for new readers is that you can pick up this book without feeling lost, even if you haven’t read previous entries in the series. That said, if you haven’t read any of the Mitch Rapp novels, what are you waiting for? Get started.
This was an easy five-star read for me. Bentley’s second contribution to the Mitch Rapp series lives up to the high standards that Vince Flynn established and that the series has maintained over the years.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Don Bentley has another hit on his hands with “Double Tap”! I’m a big fan of his taking the series back to Mitch’s younger days, and this story takes place between “Denied Access” and “Transfer of Power”. The book is the definition of a page turner — it grabs you from the beginning and it is hard to put down. The action, twists and turns, and overall story is right in line with what you expect from the Mitch Rapp series.
Bentley does a phenomenal job incorporating classic characters like Stan Hurley and Thomas Stansfield into the narrative…and there are more surprises in store as Rapp races against the clock to find a kidnapped Pakistani scientist before his expertise can be used to send the world into crisis.
Vince Flynn created an amazing world with Mitch Rapp, and Don Bentley has done an incredible job taking over after Kyle Mills…for me, Don’s writing style is reminiscent of Vince’s work and this book is a welcome addition to the series. Do yourself a favor and run, don’t walk to pick up “Double Tap” when #MitchRappIsBack this September!
Bentley does a phenomenal job incorporating classic characters like Stan Hurley and Thomas Stansfield into the narrative…and there are more surprises in store as Rapp races against the clock to find a kidnapped Pakistani scientist before his expertise can be used to send the world into crisis.
Vince Flynn created an amazing world with Mitch Rapp, and Don Bentley has done an incredible job taking over after Kyle Mills…for me, Don’s writing style is reminiscent of Vince’s work and this book is a welcome addition to the series. Do yourself a favor and run, don’t walk to pick up “Double Tap” when #MitchRappIsBack this September!
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
If you like fast paced action and a thrilling ride with some great characters written by a master storyteller then Double Tap is for you. Don Bentley is the scribe behind this adventure and he picks up the story of Mitch Rapp where Kyle Mills left it after he had a go at continuing wht the now legendary Vince Flynn once created. I am a big fan of Bentley and his work as well as that of Mills and Flynn. But Bentley has found a loophole in the saga of Rapp. He finds these periods in Mitch life that is missing in all the earlier books and fills them with great stories. That way he doesn't have to deal with a field operative that is ageing, it's brilliant. I was hooked by this book from the first few sentences and then it was just a matter of staying awake to read and enjoy. It took me two sittings over the weekend and it was well worth the time. The book will be available in mid September this year and you do not want to miss out on this great story. I must thank the folks behind the ambassador program for letting me one of the lucky ones.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I can't believe this is Don Bentley's third Mitch Rapp novel already! Another excellent entry into the series and another throwback to help fill in some of Mitch's early years.
Mitch is sent to kill a Pakistani chemical weapons scientist before he can sell his knowledge to the highest bidder. When the assassination attempt goes wrong, Mitch must unravel the mystery and find out who the other interested parties are. Friends become adversaries and adversaries become friends.
It's always a treat to get a new Rapp novel and even better when it features old favorite characters, Irene Kennedy, Thomas Stansfield, Stan Hurley, and even Scott Coleman are along for the ride. We're even along when Mitch meets a certain Italian fashion model/Israeli assassin.
I can't recommend this one enough, I truly didn't want it to end.
Mitch is sent to kill a Pakistani chemical weapons scientist before he can sell his knowledge to the highest bidder. When the assassination attempt goes wrong, Mitch must unravel the mystery and find out who the other interested parties are. Friends become adversaries and adversaries become friends.
It's always a treat to get a new Rapp novel and even better when it features old favorite characters, Irene Kennedy, Thomas Stansfield, Stan Hurley, and even Scott Coleman are along for the ride. We're even along when Mitch meets a certain Italian fashion model/Israeli assassin.
I can't recommend this one enough, I truly didn't want it to end.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Mitch Rapp is back to his roots, in the new Vince Flynn Thriller by Don Bentley and this is by far not only the best in the series, but by far the best of the genre. Mr. Bentley writes with an understanding and skill that belies his age, I lived through the times he wrote about and yet his perception of the geopolitical forces of the times are so spot on, I’d almost forgotten what I’ve lived through.
This is the 25th Mitch Flynn book and yet the 2nd that he has taken Rapp back to the beginning. At first, I was skeptical, but truly I was sucked right in. This one was a complete masterpiece. I found myself re-reading chapters as the writing was absolute perfection. Oftentimes I get a little bored with combat, but in this case what there is I find easily understandable and compelling.
Most rating programs go up to 5 stars, but I rate this one as 10!
This is the 25th Mitch Flynn book and yet the 2nd that he has taken Rapp back to the beginning. At first, I was skeptical, but truly I was sucked right in. This one was a complete masterpiece. I found myself re-reading chapters as the writing was absolute perfection. Oftentimes I get a little bored with combat, but in this case what there is I find easily understandable and compelling.
Most rating programs go up to 5 stars, but I rate this one as 10!
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
I have had a chance to read the ARC copies for the Vince Flynn series books since we lost Vince. They have all been great, as were Vince's versions. #MitchRappisBack indeed and the prequel nature of this book is so perfect.
@bentleydonb has created a #MOAb mother of all Books in the #MitchRappisBack universe with #DOUBLETAP , @VinceFlynnFans @VinceFlynncom team should be excited for September 15. Might be hyperbolic to say this is the best book in the Mitch Rapp universe But WOW!!! #WOW
Great work by team at @EmilyBestler
Trying to avoid spoilers, but to say the funniest line in the book involves Mitch Rapp and Stan Hurley- Mitch thinking to himself, Don Bentley wrote, HOW THE OLD CUSS TRACKED HIM DOWN, RAPP DIDN'T KNOW" Was late in the book after all the great action and surprises.
@bentleydonb has created a #MOAb mother of all Books in the #MitchRappisBack universe with #DOUBLETAP , @VinceFlynnFans @VinceFlynncom team should be excited for September 15. Might be hyperbolic to say this is the best book in the Mitch Rapp universe But WOW!!! #WOW
Great work by team at @EmilyBestler
Trying to avoid spoilers, but to say the funniest line in the book involves Mitch Rapp and Stan Hurley- Mitch thinking to himself, Don Bentley wrote, HOW THE OLD CUSS TRACKED HIM DOWN, RAPP DIDN'T KNOW" Was late in the book after all the great action and surprises.
Review of advance copy
Once again, Don Bentley has chosen to go back in time to when Mitch Rapp is less than five years into his new life of doing whatever assignment Irene Kennedy has asked of him. Irene is not yet 30, Thomas Stansfield is alive and well, Stan Hurley is still kicking butt and Scott Coleman is C.O. of SEAL Team 6.
Although the year is not specified, it's 20 years after the Israeli Olympic massacre, so it must be 1992.
Now Mitch is tasked with getting to a Pakistani chemical weapons scientist before the bad guys can utilize his talents.
No spoiler, but in the epilogue Mitch and Stan are discussing the good, bad and ugly of the operation and the name of the bomb designer comes up. Looks like Don has a head start on his next novel.
You don't want to miss it when it makes its debut on 9/15/26. Don is carrying on in finest Vince Flynn and Kyle Mills tradition.
Although the year is not specified, it's 20 years after the Israeli Olympic massacre, so it must be 1992.
Now Mitch is tasked with getting to a Pakistani chemical weapons scientist before the bad guys can utilize his talents.
No spoiler, but in the epilogue Mitch and Stan are discussing the good, bad and ugly of the operation and the name of the bomb designer comes up. Looks like Don has a head start on his next novel.
You don't want to miss it when it makes its debut on 9/15/26. Don is carrying on in finest Vince Flynn and Kyle Mills tradition.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
This is a prequel to very early in the Mitch Rapp series. I received this book as an Advance Reader's Edition. After the first few chapters I realized that this book was from an much earlier time in Mitch's career so checked and found out it my assumption was correct. I'm not a big fan or prequels. I much prefer to read a series from start to finish or current times than have prequels added which seem to rehash earlier times. Overall the book was an ok read, but it makes me wonder if there isn't enough going on in the world now to have continue the story line rather than revisiting a much earlier time in the main character's career. I'm glad that I got the ARE to read, but not sure I would have paid for it when it is released in September. Just an FYI I generally don't purchase books I read so many, I try to check them out electronically or in print from my local library.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Another 5 stars from Don Bentley for Mitch Rapp #25, Double Tap!
In Double Tap we get more background on Mitch, Stan, Irene and a few others I'm can't mention yet. But if you want to know who makes an appearance, just look up...in the book.
The beginning draws you in as to the why, the middle the how and the ending is classic Mitch Rapp doing what he does best.
This book brings us back to the start of the Orion Team, and I mean way back!
I can't write more without spoilers! So, here I sadly end my review. Double Tap is released on 9/22/2026.
I sincerely hope we get a #26 from Don Bentley!
Thank you for the ARC, Simon & Schuster/Atria Books/Emily Bestler Books As always, my reviews are real. If I didn't think this book deserved a 5 star review, I would not have given one!
In Double Tap we get more background on Mitch, Stan, Irene and a few others I'm can't mention yet. But if you want to know who makes an appearance, just look up...in the book.
The beginning draws you in as to the why, the middle the how and the ending is classic Mitch Rapp doing what he does best.
This book brings us back to the start of the Orion Team, and I mean way back!
I can't write more without spoilers! So, here I sadly end my review. Double Tap is released on 9/22/2026.
I sincerely hope we get a #26 from Don Bentley!
Thank you for the ARC, Simon & Schuster/Atria Books/Emily Bestler Books As always, my reviews are real. If I didn't think this book deserved a 5 star review, I would not have given one!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Been a fan of the Mitch Rapp series forever. Starting with the Vince Flynn, to Kyle Mills, and now the third Rapp book written by Don Bentley … DOUBLE TAP. Bentley takes us back to a younger Mitch Rapp, providing additional back stories to characters from the earlier novels. And, as I’ve come to expect from the Mitch Rapp series, plenty of non-stop action, providing another page-turning adventure. And, something tells me, there is more to come. Bentley continues to carry the legacy of Vince Flynn admirably. Don’t miss this one.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Mitch Rapp is back, and this page turner feels like watching a blockbuster movie.
Picking up after Denied Access, Mitch is tasked with taking out a chemical weapons scientist, that is until things don’t go as planned, leaving Rapp to figure out who else is pulling the strings.
Don Bentley hits every mark here. The pacing is fast, every chapter ends with you wanting more, and I flew through the final 100 pages in a single sitting. Bentley has officially found his groove with these characters, and I’m fully along for the ride!
Picking up after Denied Access, Mitch is tasked with taking out a chemical weapons scientist, that is until things don’t go as planned, leaving Rapp to figure out who else is pulling the strings.
Don Bentley hits every mark here. The pacing is fast, every chapter ends with you wanting more, and I flew through the final 100 pages in a single sitting. Bentley has officially found his groove with these characters, and I’m fully along for the ride!
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
The thing I enjoy the most about Don Bentley's books is that they start fast and that pace continues throughout the pages. The kidnapping paints a picture so clearly it's as if I'm there. I'm drawn in deeply, quickly and there's no way I could set the book down (not that I'd want to).
All 3 books Don Bentley has written in this series are fantastic. I was a little disappointed when he left the Clancy universe but he has been a blessing in Flynn's as well. I'm thankful for his investment.
All 3 books Don Bentley has written in this series are fantastic. I was a little disappointed when he left the Clancy universe but he has been a blessing in Flynn's as well. I'm thankful for his investment.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
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Filled with intrigue and action that packs a powerful punch, Double Tap lets Mitch Rapp off the leash to do what he was born to do. Namely hunt and kill jihadi terrorists. Don Bentley patiently and skillfully sets the stage before releasing the hounds of hell to drive an explosive climax to this latest throwback Rapp thriller.
Filled with intrigue and action that packs a powerful punch, Double Tap lets Mitch Rapp off the leash to do what he was born to do. Namely hunt and kill jihadi terrorists. Don Bentley patiently and skillfully sets the stage before releasing the hounds of hell to drive an explosive climax to this latest throwback Rapp thriller.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
This is Mitch Rapp at his best and the top in the series since Don Bentley took over. The plot is page turning and will keep you on the edge of your seat. Even the language throughout the book is that of what you expect from Mitch Rapp. As an OIF Veteran, I enjoyed the setting and storyline taking place in the Middle East. It was straight out of a different time in American foreign policy. I thoroughly enjoyed it!
Review of advance copy received from Author
This story was a bit slower than the usual Mitch Rapp stories and didn’t pick up until the last 1/4 so I didn’t love it. It was nice to see earlier versions of the characters that have been with this series forever-Hurley, Coleman and Irene but I missed the fast paced storyline that is usually this series. I can’t wait to see what the next story brings! I hope it’s a new story from current day Mitch!
Review of advance copy
Another Mitch Rapp book, and once again it's fantastic reading. Filling in gaos of a younger Rapp, author Don Bentley produces another action-packed ride that gives depth to characters and easter eggs for the later novels. The mix of action, intrigue and snarky Stan Hurley comments is a recipe for thrilling success once more. Well done, Don. Vince Flynn would be proud.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Another exciting adventure that continues to give us insights into the characters, and how they become connected. Never a dull moment with Rapp, the action and suspense will keep you turning the page. Don Bentley has a special talent at bringing characters to life, making them real, and leave you wanting more of them. Well done!
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Classic Mitch Rapp action as Bentley again turns back the clock on the story arc. Stan Hurley, as always makes his presence felt, but seeing Irene Kennedy find her way adds to what is a story full of twists and turns, with a plethora of parties involved. Ultimately, Mitch finds himself in position to be the hero - shocker - but the who behind the help keeps you turning.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Don Bentley picked up right where the story left off told a story I couldn’t put down. Perfect blend of action and suspense, I found myself staying up way past my bedtime because I wanted to know what happens next. It was an easy 5 star review, can’t wait for the next installment!
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Don Bentley did not disappoint!! I like that he has gone back earlier in Mitch’s career. You get to find out how certain people came into his life and how his relationships get developed. This book was a real rollercoaster! I could not put it down once I got started!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Another fantastic read by Don Bentley as he continues the Vince Flynn, Mitch Rapp series. Really enjoyed the story and the characters. Bentley does a great job developing both. Couldn't put it down and finished it quickly. When is Mitch Rapp #26 coming-out?!?
Review of advance copy received from Author
I enjoyed this book and felt it was Don's best work in the series. The ending set up a ton of avenues in which Don can explore.
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