Tom Clancy Act of Defiance, A Jack Ryan Novel Book 24 BY Brian Andrews

A rogue nuclear Russian submarine is hurtling toward the East Coast of the United States, reigniting memories of past dangers for President Jack Ryan in this gripping new installment of the #1 New York Times bestselling series. US intelligence reports chaos within the Russian navy as their most lethal submarine, the Belgorod, launches unexpectedly, raising a slew of alarming questions. Who authorized its departure? What mission is it on? And most disturbingly, what deadly secrets lie behind the massive doors on its bow?

Decades have passed since the Soviet sub, Red October, defected to the West, thanks to a young CIA analyst named Jack Ryan. Now, as President, Ryan commands fleets of ships, squadrons of jets, and teams of SEALs, yet he lacks crucial insights into the Belgorod’s commander’s intentions. The mantle of uncovering these plans falls to a new generation of Ryans, willing to risk everything to protect their nation.

As the tension escalates and the final moments tick away, President Ryan faces an agonizing dilemma. Will he be forced to choose between the safety of his country and the safety of his child? With the fate of the nation hanging in the balance, the stakes have never been higher.

This high-octane thriller masterfully blends intense military action with the intricate political maneuvering and emotional depth characteristic of the series. It challenges the Ryans to navigate uncharted waters of international intrigue, proving once again that the greatest threats often lie just beneath the surface.