La 4ème de couverture indique : Bien avant de devenir président des États-Unis, Jack Ryan était un jeune analyste de la CIA. L'une de ses premières missions fut d'élucider les propos étonnants d'un transfuge soviétique qui prétendait qu'en URSS des officiels de haut rang projetaient d'assassiner le pape. Ryan fut chargé de vérifier la véracité du complot puis de se battre pour déjouer l'attentat. Car ce n'était pas seulement la vie du pape qui était en jeu, mais tout l'équilibre du monde occidental.
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.