Drawing from early experiences in industrial settings, this author combines a lifelong fascination with history and warfare, leading to a Ph.D. in political science focused on conflict and technology in international relations. His expertise in these areas informs his compelling techno-thriller narratives. He writes in the spirit of master storytellers, crafting intricate plots that blend high-stakes action with insightful examinations of global dynamics. His work offers readers thrilling journeys into the heart of espionage and technological warfare.
The story follows Juan Cabrillo and his team aboard the Oregon as they confront a ruthless arms dealer and a band of mercenaries. The plot thickens with the introduction of advanced, unprecedented weapons, raising the stakes in their high-octane battle against formidable adversaries. Tension and action drive the narrative as the crew navigates this dangerous landscape.
In this thrilling adventure, Juan Cabrillo and the Oregon crew face off against genetically engineered mercenaries to thwart a devastating hypersonic missile attack. The high-stakes action unfolds as they navigate intense challenges, showcasing their resilience and ingenuity in a race against time to protect against a catastrophic threat.
"Juan Cabrillo and the crew of the Oregon must track down a nuclear torpedo before it unleashes World War III in this electrifying new installment of the #1 New York Times bestselling series"-- Provided by publisher
Jack Ryan, Jr., is out to avenge the murder of an old friend, but the vein of evil he's tapped into may run too deep for him to handle in the latest electric entry in the #1 New York Times bestselling series. While on vacation in Barcelona, Jack Ryan, Jr., is surprised to run into an old friend at a small café. A first, Renee Moore seems surprised to see Jack, but then she just seems irritated and distracted. After making plans to meet later, Jack leaves, only to miss the opportunity to ever speak to Renee again, as the café is destroyed minutes later by a suicide bomber. A desperate Jack plunges back into the ruins to save his friend, but it's too late. As she dies in his arms, she utters one word, "Sammler." When the police show up, they are initially suspicious of Jack until they are called off by a member of the Spanish Intelligence Service. This mysterious sequence of events sends the young Campus operative on an unrelenting search to find out the reason behind Renee's death. Along the way, he discovers that his old friend had secrets of her own--and some of them may have gotten her killed. Jack has never backed down from a challenge, but some prey may be too big for one man.
Finally taking a well-earned break, Jack Ryan Jr is taken by surprise when he runs into old flame Renee Moore in a scenic Barcelona cafe. Curiously, Renee is not so pleased to see him. Distracted, she says she's waiting for someone and can't talk. She promises to call him later, and sends him out onto the street. Which is when the bomb goes off. There's nothing he can do to save Renee. But as he cradles her, she utters one last word with her final breath- Sammler Who, or what, does she mean? What trouble has Renee got herself into? When every thread Jack pulls threatens to make the situation ever more dangerous, he realises he's stumbled into an international conspiracy that might be more than even he can handle. Because Renee isn't the first to die. And she won't be the last...
Jack Ryan, Jr.’s race to stop an international criminal conspiracy is intertwined with the fate of an old friend in this blistering entry in the #1 New York Times bestselling series. The CIA's deepest secrets are being given away for a larger agenda that will undermine the entire Western intelligence community. Director of National Intelligence Mary Pat Foley wants it stopped but doesn't know who, how or why. Jack Ryan, Jr., is dispatched to Poland on a different mission. The clues are thin, and the sketchy trail dead ends in a harrowing fight from which he barely escapes with his life. If that's not bad enough, Jack gets more tragic news. An old friend, who's dying from cancer, has one final request for Jack. It seems simple enough, but before it's done, Jack will find himself alone, his life hanging by a thread. If he survives, he'll be one step closer to finding the shadowy figure behind the CIA leak and its true purpose, but in the process, he'll challenge the world's most dangerous criminal syndicate with devastating consequences.
"Twenty years ago, Dr. Kathy Ryan restored the eyesight of a young Bosnian girl who had been injured during an attack in the Balkan War. Today, her son, Jack Ryan Jr. has decided to surprise his mother by tracking down the young lady. What he finds shocks them both. The helpless child has grown into a remarkable woman. Aida Curic is a self-possessed beauty who runs a refugee agency that helps the children of her native Bosnia. Jack finds himself drawn to her, but before he can act on his feelings she's snatched off the streets of Sarajevo by kidnappers. In Jack's desperate search for Aida, he finds himself opposed by everyone from Serbian mobsters to Croatian paramilitary units. The Balkan War may have ended two decades ago, but the region still seethes with ethnic animosities. The deeper Jack plunges into this world the more he faces a disturbing truth, the scars of war fester long after the surface has healed"--
Praise for Tom Clancy Point of Contact [A] taut, exciting thriller. . . Clancy fans can rest assured that the state of the franchise is strong.-Publishers Weekly [Maden] proves that he knows the ins-and-outs of an action story and can certainly take readers to the edge of their seats when it comes to thrills. It's nice to know that Tom Clancy's creation will have more adventures ahead.-Suspense Magazine Sure to satisfy the legend's longtime fans.-Ft. Worth Star-Telegram Praise for the bestselling novels of Tom Clancy HEART-STOPPING ACTION...entertaining and eminently topical...Clancy still reigns.-The Washington Post BRILLIANT.-Newsweek HIGHLY ENTERTAINING.-The Wall Street Journal [CLANCY] EXCITES, ILLUMINATES...A REAL PAGE-TURNER.-Los Angeles Daily News
The latest incarnation of the Gold Rush has started. Except instead of California, rare minerals have been found in the remote Sahara desert. And instead of individuals, it is attracting a rush of powerful nations. In the dead centre of the chaos are Troy Pearce's closest friend and a mysterious woman from his past. Deploying his team and the newest drones to rescue his friends and save the rebellion of certain nations, Troy discovers that he may need more than technology to survive the battle and root out the real puppet masters behind the Tuareg genocide.
The explosive thriller series begins with a gripping exploration of drone warfare, featuring an unforgettable cast of characters and relentless action. The narrative delves into the complex realities faced by those involved in this modern combat, promising an intense and thought-provoking experience for readers.