An OK novel. First one of Vince Flynn's that I have read. Somewhat formulatic to me. Plot was also fairly predictable. Still was a quick read and I will read some more of his I think there is a lot of ways for him to go with these characters. After a horrible bombing in Washington Mitch Rapp one of the CIA's lead agents in counter terrorism is told he must track down the three terrorists that escaped. At the same time he is also being investigated by the Senate for torturing American citizens.He also must deal with his partner in the CIA Mike Nash who is questioning their tactics also. The author also delves into the terrorists psyche between Hakim and Karim. Karim thinks there are no innocents while Hakim hates to take any innocent lives. In turn their conflict leads them down different paths and philosophies. I think it is worth the read. Go for it.