The Hit

by David Baldacci

First published 2013

Will Robie eliminates targets the U.S. government cannot touch through normal channels. He kills enemies of the state and monsters who threaten innocent lives. His skills as an assassin remain unmatched by anyone except Jessica Reel. Reel works as a fellow government killer, equally professional and deadly. She possesses the same lethal abilities that make Robie so effective. Then Reel goes rogue and begins targeting members of their own agency. The government assigns Robie a new mission: capture or kill Jessica Reel. They believe only one killer can successfully hunt another. Robie begins tracking his former partner, but he discovers her betrayal hides deeper motives. Reel's attacks on the agency serve as cover for a much larger threat. This danger could shake the foundations of the U.S. government and create worldwide consequences. Robie must decide whether to complete his mission or uncover the truth behind Reel's actions.

Genres: mystery, crime, thriller, action, espionage

Vibes: dark, fast-paced, suspenseful

Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, government-conspiracy

400 pages · Paperback · Grand Central Publishing

Content warnings: violence

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