Vince Flynn Books in Order & How Many Are There?
Vince Flynn is a bestselling author of political thrillers, known for his action-packed and fast-paced novels featuring the character of CIA counter-terrorism officer, Mitch Rapp. With a lot of books to his name, Flynn has built a dedicated fanbase of readers who are drawn to his expertly crafted stories that blend political intrigue with pulse-pounding action.
If you’re a fan of Vince Flynn, you may be wondering what order to read his books in, or how many titles are currently available. Whether you’re new to his work or a long-time devotee, this article will provide you with all the information you need to navigate the world of Vince Flynn’s novels, including a complete list of his books in chronological order, as well as a breakdown of his series and standalone works. With this guide, you’ll be able to dive into the thrilling world of Mitch Rapp and experience the full extent of Vince Flynn’s talent as a storyteller.
How many Vince Flynn books are there?
There are currently 22 Vince Flynn books. That said, unfortunately, not all of them are written by Vince Flynn, as the writer died of cancer in 2013. Still, his Mitch Rapp series has continued to live on, but after that, it was written by Kyle Mills. Check out below the order of the books by release date.
- *Term Limits (1997) – Standalone book, set in Mitch Rapp’s universe
- Transfer of Power (1999)
- The Third Option (2000)
- Separation of Power (2001)
- Executive Power (2003)
- Memorial Day (2004)
- Consent to Kill (2005)
- Act of Treason (2006)
- Protect and Defend (2007)
- Extreme Measures (2008)
- Pursuit of Honor (2009)
- American Assassin (2010)
- Kill Shot (2012)
- The Last Man (2012)
- The Survivor (2015) – Kyle Mills
- Order to Kill (2016) – Kyle Mills
- Enemy of the State (2017) – Kyle Mills
- Red War (2018) – Kyle Mills
- Lethal Agent (2019) – Kyle Mills
- Total Power (2020) – Kyle Mills
- Enemy at the Gates (2021) – Kyle Mills
- Oath of Loyalty (2022) – Kyle Mills
Now let us see what is the best way to read Vince Flynn’s books.
Vince Flynn books in order
Now we will show you the best way to read Vince Flynn’s books in order and that is in chronological order. It is a bit different than the release order. We will also let you know what is each book about and how are they connected to each other.
*Term Limits (1997)
“Term Limits” is a political thriller novel by Vince Flynn. It’s about a group of veterans who assassinate their vision of a better government by assassinating corrupt U.S. congressmen and senators.
The novel follows their actions and the efforts of the government to stop them. It also explores the motivations behind their actions and the moral dilemmas that arise as a result of their actions.
“Term Limits” is a book set in Rapp’s universe, but it is a standalone book, and doesn’t include Mitch Rapp.
American Assassin (2010)
“American Assassin” is a political thriller novel written by Vince Flynn in 2010. The novel is the 11th book in the Mitch Rapp series and it is a prequel to the series. The book tells the story of Mitch Rapp’s early days as a CIA operative and how he became the most efficient and deadly weapon in the CIA’s arsenal.
The novel follows Rapp as he is recruited into the CIA’s elite counterterrorism unit, and sent on a mission to stop a terrorist group from acquiring a nuclear weapon. The novel is action-packed and fast-paced, providing an in-depth look into the mind of Mitch Rapp, and the making of a CIA assassin.
Kill Shot (2012)
“Kill Shot” is a political thriller novel written by Vince Flynn in 2012. The novel is the 13th book in the Mitch Rapp series and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative. The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to take down a powerful arms dealer who is supplying weapons to terrorist groups.
The novel is full of action and suspense, as Rapp navigates through the dangerous world of international arms dealing and faces off against a ruthless enemy.
Transfer of Power (1999)
“Transfer of Power” is a political thriller novel written by Vince Flynn in 1999. The novel is the first book in the Mitch Rapp series and it establishes the character of Mitch Rapp as a CIA counter-terrorism officer.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent to investigate the takeover of the White House by a group of terrorists. The novel is action-packed and fast-paced, providing a glimpse into the inner workings of the CIA, the White House, and the intelligence community.
The Third Option (2000)
“The Third Option” is a political thriller novel written by Vince Flynn in 2000. The novel is the second book in the Mitch Rapp series, and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to take down a powerful and corrupt businessman who has been using his wealth and influence to fund terrorist groups. The novel is full of action and suspense, as Rapp navigates through the dangerous world of international politics and faces off against a ruthless enemy.
Separation of Power (2001)
“Separation of Power” is a political thriller novel written by Vince Flynn in 2001. The novel is the third book in the Mitch Rapp series, and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to take down a powerful and corrupt President who has been using his position to further his own interests and undermine the government’s efforts to fight terrorism.
Executive Power (2003)
“Executive Power” is a political thriller novel written by Vince Flynn in 2003. The novel is the fifth book in the Mitch Rapp series and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to stop a terrorist group that is planning to release a deadly virus in the United States.
Memorial Day (2004)
“Memorial Day” is a political thriller novel written by Vince Flynn in 2004. The novel is the sixth book in the Mitch Rapp series and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to uncover the truth behind a terrorist attack that killed his fiancée. The novel also gives a deeper insight into the personal life of Mitch Rapp.
Consent to Kill (2005)
“Consent to Kill” is a political thriller novel written by Vince Flynn in 2005. The novel is the seventh book in the Mitch Rapp series, and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to take down a powerful and influential Saudi prince who has been funding and supporting terrorist groups. It also explores the theme of morality and the cost of protecting one’s country, and the personal cost that comes with it.
Act of Treason (2006)
“Act of Treason” is a political thriller novel written by Vince Flynn in 2006. The novel is the eighth book in the Mitch Rapp series and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to take down a group of domestic terrorists who have targeted the President of the United States.
Protect and Defend (2007)
“Protect and Defend” is a political thriller novel written by Vince Flynn in 2007. The novel is the ninth book in the Mitch Rapp series, and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to stop a terrorist group that is planning to detonate a nuclear weapon in Washington D.C.
Extreme Measures (2008)
“Extreme Measures” is a political thriller novel written by Vince Flynn in 2008. The novel is the tenth book in the Mitch Rapp series, and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to take down a powerful and influential businessman who has been funding and supporting terrorist groups.
Pursuit of Honor (2009)
“Pursuit of Honor” is a political thriller novel written by Vince Flynn in 2009. The novel is the eleventh book in the Mitch Rapp series, and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to take down a powerful and corrupt government official who has been using his position to further his own interests and undermine the government’s efforts to fight terrorism.
The Last Man (2012)
“The Last Man” is a political thriller novel written by Vince Flynn in 2012. The novel is the 14th book in the Mitch Rapp series and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to take down a powerful and influential terrorist organization that has been threatening the United States. The novel also gives a glimpse of Mitch Rapp’s future, as he is nearing the end of his career.
The Survivor (2015) – Kyle Mills
“The Survivor” is a political thriller novel written by Kyle Mills in 2015. The novel is the 15th book in the Mitch Rapp series, and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to take down a powerful and influential terrorist organization that has been threatening the United States. The Survivor is the first book in the series written by Kyle Mills after the death of Vince Flynn and it picks up the story where it was left off.
Order to Kill (2016) – Kyle Mills
“Order to Kill” is a political thriller novel written by Kyle Mills in 2016. The novel is the 16th book in the Mitch Rapp series and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to take down a powerful and influential terrorist organization that has been threatening the United States.
Enemy of the State (2017) – Kyle Mills
“Enemy of the State” is a political thriller novel written by Kyle Mills in 2017. The novel is the 17th book in the Mitch Rapp series and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to take down a powerful and corrupt government official who is planning to launch a devastating terrorist attack.
Red War (2018) – Kyle Mills
“Red War” is a political thriller novel written by Kyle Mills in 2018. The novel is the 18th book in the Mitch Rapp series and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to take down a powerful and influential Russian oligarch who has been threatening the United States.
Lethal Agent (2019) – Kyle Mills
“Lethal Agent” is a political thriller novel written by Kyle Mills in 2019. The novel is the 19th book in the Mitch Rapp series and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to take down a powerful terrorist organization that has acquired a deadly virus and plans to use it as a weapon of mass destruction.
Total Power (2020) – Kyle Mills
“Total Power” is a political thriller novel written by Kyle Mills in 2020. The novel is the 20th book in the Mitch Rapp series and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to take down a powerful and influential terrorist organization that is planning to launch a devastating cyber attack on the United States.
Enemy at the Gates (2021) – Kyle Mills
“Enemy at the Gates” is a political thriller novel written by Kyle Mills in 2021. The novel is the 21st book in the Mitch Rapp series and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to take down a powerful and influential terrorist organization that is planning to launch a devastating attack on the United States.
Oath of Loyalty (2022) – Kyle Mills
“Oath of Loyalty” is a political thriller novel written by Kyle Mills in 2022. The novel is the 21st book in the Mitch Rapp series and it continues the story of Mitch Rapp, the CIA’s top counterterrorism operative.
The book follows Rapp as he is sent on a mission to take down a powerful and influential terrorist organization that is planning to launch a devastating attack on the United States.
Do you need to read Vince Flynn’s books in order?
You should read Vince Flynn’s Mitch Rapp books in order, either by the release date or in chronological order, which is the way we suggest above.
Will there be more Vince Flynn books in the future?
From what we know so far, there should at least be one more Mitch Rapp book, as it looks like Kyle Mills made a contract for three books to be published in 2021, 2022, and 2023. We have gotten two of those, Enemy at the Gates and Oath of Loyalty, but still haven’t got a 2023 book. We will update the article once the book comes out.
