Alan Slaney, a brilliant fencing instructor, has designed the virtual reality fantasy realm of Latvinia. And when he asks his star pupil, Megan O'Malley, and her friends to help beta-test the sim, they love the thrilling character profiles the game-world provides. Until, that is, the fantasy becomes all too real. Latvinia is beginning to look less like a labour of love and more like the product of a dangerous obsession. Time is running short for the beta-testers: unless Megan can prevent reality submerging into the game-world, she and her friends may well be forced to assume their dual identities forever...
Tom Clancy
Tom Clancy was an American author known for his military and espionage thrillers. His most notable works include "The Hunt for Red October," "Patriot Games," and "Clear and Present Danger." Clancy's writing style was characterized by meticulous attention to detail and technical accuracy, drawing from his background in military and intelligence analysis. His contributions to literature include popularizing the techno-thriller genre and inspiring a new wave of military fiction writers. "The Hunt for Red October" remains Clancy's most famous work, introducing readers to his iconic character Jack Ryan and setting the tone for his successful career as a bestselling author.