Tom Clancy Red Winter

Based on the novel by Tom Clancy, "Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit" follows the early career of CIA analyst Jack Ryan as he goes behind the Berlin Wall to investigate a potential defector.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 432 pages
Publication date: 14 September 2023
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

In 1985, the Cold War was reaching its boiling point, and Jack Ryan found himself at the center of a high-stakes crisis. A top-secret F117 aircraft, known as the Nighthawk, crashed into the Nevada desert, carrying with it the most advanced fighting machine in the world. The Soviets were determined to acquire its secrets, and they would stop at nothing to get their hands on it.

In East Berlin, a mysterious figure contacted the CIA with an extraordinary offer. He possessed invaluable details of his government's espionage plans, and in return, he sought asylum. The East German secret police were closing in on him, and it was clear that someone would have to venture behind the Berlin Wall to investigate the potential defector.

The job fell to Deputy Director James Greer, and he knew that he could only trust it to one man—Jack Ryan. Ryan was a former Marine and a brilliant CIA analyst, but this time, he was in enemy territory, with a professional assassin on his tail. He had to navigate the treacherous waters of the Cold War, gather the necessary information, and prevent the Cold War from escalating into a Red Winter.

The novel, written by Tom Clancy, is a thrilling prequel that introduces a never-before-seen Jack Ryan at the beginning of his career. It follows Ryan as he embarks on a perilous mission to uncover the truth behind the Nighthawk crash and prevent a global catastrophe. With his wit, courage, and intelligence, Ryan must outsmart his enemies and stay one step ahead of the clock.

The novel is filled with action, suspense, and intrigue, as Ryan battles against time to prevent the Cold War from turning into a Red Winter. It is a testament to Clancy's storytelling skills and his ability to create a compelling and immersive narrative.

In conclusion, "1985: For Jack Ryan, the Cold War is burning hot" is a thrilling prequel that takes readers back to the height of the Cold War. It introduces a new and exciting character, Jack Ryan, and follows him on a mission to prevent a global catastrophe. With its action, suspense, and intrigue, the novel is a must-read for fans of Tom Clancy and anyone who loves a good adventure.

Weight: 296g
Dimension: 198 x 126 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781408727836