Tom Clancy
Tom Clancy was an American novelist best known for his technically detailed espionage and military-science storylines set during and after the Cold War. He was famous for creating the character Jack Ryan, who was featured in many of his novels, some of which have been adapted into successful films. Clancy's books are known for their realism and attention to technical detail, which he achieved through extensive research and knowledge of military and intelligence matters.
Books
This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.
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1. The Hunt for Red October
This novel details the story of a high-ranking Russian submarine captain who aims to defect to the United States without sparking a war between the two nations. The American government, upon receiving information about the captain's intentions, sends its best analyst to aid in the successful defection of the captain and his crew. The novel is a thrilling tale of espionage, filled with suspense and detailed technical descriptions of military technology and procedure.
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2. Clear And Present Danger
In this high-stakes political thriller, the President of the United States unofficially orders the CIA to lead a covert war against a Colombian drug cartel responsible for the murder of an American businessman. As the operation unfolds, Jack Ryan, a CIA analyst, finds himself entangled in a web of deception and moral ambiguity. He must navigate the dangerous waters of international politics and espionage to uncover the truth, expose the illegal operation, and avert a potentially disastrous conflict between the United States and Colombia, all while maintaining his integrity in the face of clear and present danger.
