President Jack Ryan faces a world crisis unlike any he has ever known. Newly elected in his own right, Jack Ryan has found that being President hasn't got any easier. Domestic pitfalls await him at every turn, there's a revolution in Liberia, the Asian economy is going down the tubes, and now, in Moscow, someone may have tried to take out the chairman of the SVR, the former KGB, with a rocket propelled grenade. Things are unstable enough in Russia without high level assassination, but even more disturbing may be the identities of the potential assassins. Were they political enemies, the Russian Mafia, or disaffected former KGB? Or Ryan wonders, is something far more dangerous at work.
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.