Waiting for 24
**An all new Vince Flynn interview when he returns to the Radio Happy Hour on Tuesday night October 21 at 9PM Eastern. Just click –> Vince Flynn.**
Update 2-14-08: If you’re wondering about future movies featuring counter terrorism operative Mitch Rapp, click: Mitch Rapp Movies
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Our intrepid hero Jack Bauer has literally been on a slow boat to China since
May. We wont find out his fate for another 3 months.
Luckily, the perfect “appetizer” to the Emmy Award Winning series comes out of the oven next week. While there is nothing in the world that can match the thrills, twists and excitement of 24, author Vince Flynn comes pretty damn close. So close, in fact, that Flynn worked on last season of 24 and is now collaborating with the creators of 24 for a pilot of his own.
Flynn’s new book, Act of Treason, hits bookstores on Tuesday. I’ve had mine preordered from Amazon.com since July! I’m that excited for it.
Believe me when I tell you that a Vince Flynn reading experience is like no other. His main character, Mitch Rapp, is as fearless and tough as Jack Bauer. Where Rapp has Bauer beat is in his ruthlessness. Rapp is more of a fan of a violent death for the bad guys than Bauer’s more professional executions (if there is such a thing.)
If you’ve never read a Vince Flynn book before (or any book for that matter), I have a feeling this is one I’d feel comfortable starting you off on. Just judging by how the last book ended, Mitch Rapp is sure to have a giant chip on his shoulder and a craving for some ass kicking!
(By the way, you’ll notice that I’ve used the terms “appetizer” and “craving” and the phrase “out of the oven”–Is there any doubt that I skipped lunch today?!?)
Do me a favor and read Act of Treason then come back here and tell me what you think. Its good stuff and I look forward to you telling me how right I am!
VINCE FLYNN ON THE RADIO HAPPY HOUR!
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October 6th, 2006 at 3:32 am
I’ve never seen 24. I’ve always been a fan of Kiefer’s father though. To me, Daddy Sutherland always appeared to be reading his lines stoned.
October 6th, 2006 at 4:07 am
24 is a great show and you are right about his Dad Donald.I liked 24 with Dennis Haysbert, but he had to move on to better things like those insurance commercials that aired between episodes of his new show the Unit. From tough guy, to insurance agent, back to Elite Special Forces… sorry Dr. got of course, but yes Jack and 24 have been on my radar for several years..
October 6th, 2006 at 12:01 pm
Edmond: He’ll always be Pedro Cerrano to me.
October 6th, 2006 at 3:19 pm
YES!!! Flynn is awesome. I’ll hit Costco first thing Tuesday for my copy.
I’ve been waiting for the Mitch Rapp movie series. Who would you pick to play Mr. Rapp?
I am currently reading all of Brad Thor’s books for the first time. Scot Harvath is another good character.
October 6th, 2006 at 3:29 pm
Brian–you are THE MAN! Flynn and Thor are my two favorite authors. I could Memorial Day over and over again.
I have a somewhat crazy picture of who I’d like to see Mitch Rapp in the movies–I think (and I’m very serious) The Rock would make an intriguing choice. He has the look and the athleticism, he certainly is intimidating and I believe is very underrated as an actor.
October 6th, 2006 at 11:53 pm
I read Transfer of Power a few years ago and it was a great read. I never really he was connected to 24, but then I’ve never watched it. Maybe I’ll have to now.
October 7th, 2006 at 3:29 am
Mikey C, you’re missing out. Go out and get Season One of 24, you will not be disappointed. In fact, you’ll be tempted to blow through all 5 seasons.
December 27th, 2007 at 12:41 am
Gerard Butler, who played King Leonidas in the 300 should play Mitch Rapp.