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Action-Packed Throwback with a Soft Spot | Book Review Never Say Die

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Alex Rider returns in Never Say Die — a fast, zany, throwback instalment that swaps grit for velocity. I break down what works (pace, scale, that classic Rider ingenuity), what doesn’t (the Jack twist), and the one big philosophy that matters: leadership is action, not announcement.
What you’ll hear:
How the plot kicks off post-Egypt and why Alex goes rogue to follow a single clue.
Why the “Jack is alive” reveal felt forced compared to the darker mid-series tone.
The pivotal switch: when Alex stops following orders and starts leading.
The core lesson: people follow what you do, not what you say.
Chapters
(00:00) – Welcome & series context
(01:18) – Setup: Jack presumed dead, mysterious email, post-Egypt timeline
(02:19) – Solo hunt: Egypt → Cromwell brothers → bigger operation revealed
(03:20) – Verdict: not as strong as the darker mid-series books
(04:16) – The Jack twist: why it doesn’t land
(05:21) – Throwback energy: action, travel, excitement
(06:05) – Adults feel clumsy; impact drops
(06:45) – Real stakes: not gold — kidnapped kids; Alex steps up
(07:27) – “Shoot me out”: the ejector plan & leadership in motion
(08:20) – Leadership by doing, not telling
(09:39) – Older, more capable Alex (with restraint)
(10:17) – Final thoughts & recommendation
If you’re new to Alex Rider: read earlier books first; this one assumes you know the history.
Connect with Mere Mortals:
Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/
Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReU
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Manage episode 517722508 series 2936123
Content provided by Kyrin Down & Juan Granados, Kyrin Down, and Juan Granados. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Kyrin Down & Juan Granados, Kyrin Down, and Juan Granados or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.

Alex Rider returns in Never Say Die — a fast, zany, throwback instalment that swaps grit for velocity. I break down what works (pace, scale, that classic Rider ingenuity), what doesn’t (the Jack twist), and the one big philosophy that matters: leadership is action, not announcement.
What you’ll hear:
How the plot kicks off post-Egypt and why Alex goes rogue to follow a single clue.
Why the “Jack is alive” reveal felt forced compared to the darker mid-series tone.
The pivotal switch: when Alex stops following orders and starts leading.
The core lesson: people follow what you do, not what you say.
Chapters
(00:00) – Welcome & series context
(01:18) – Setup: Jack presumed dead, mysterious email, post-Egypt timeline
(02:19) – Solo hunt: Egypt → Cromwell brothers → bigger operation revealed
(03:20) – Verdict: not as strong as the darker mid-series books
(04:16) – The Jack twist: why it doesn’t land
(05:21) – Throwback energy: action, travel, excitement
(06:05) – Adults feel clumsy; impact drops
(06:45) – Real stakes: not gold — kidnapped kids; Alex steps up
(07:27) – “Shoot me out”: the ejector plan & leadership in motion
(08:20) – Leadership by doing, not telling
(09:39) – Older, more capable Alex (with restraint)
(10:17) – Final thoughts & recommendation
If you’re new to Alex Rider: read earlier books first; this one assumes you know the history.
Connect with Mere Mortals:
Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/
Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReU
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspods
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcasts/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcast

Connect with Mere Mortals:
Website: https://www.meremortalspodcasts.com/
Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReU
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspods
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcasts/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcasts
Value 4 Value Support:
Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcasts.com/support
Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

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