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Tom Clancy Act of Defiance

By: Brian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson
Narrated by: Scott Brick
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Publisher's summary

A rogue nuclear Russian submarine is steaming toward the East Coast of the United States. For President Jack Ryan, memories of past events may seem stunningly vivid, but the dangers are terrifyingly real in the latest entry in this #1 New York Times bestselling series.

US intelligence is reporting turmoil in the Russian navy. Their deadliest submarine, the Belgorod, has unexpectedly launched, and taken along with it a long list of questions. Who authorized the departure? What mission is it on? And, most disturbing of all, what weapons do the giant doors on the sub’s bow hide?

It's been four decades since a similar incident with the Soviet sub, Red October, ended happily, thanks to a young CIA analyst named Jack Ryan.

Now, President Jack Ryan finds himself with fleets of ships, squadrons of jets, and teams of SEALs at his command, but what he doesn’t have is insight into the plans of the Belgorod’s commander. It falls to a younger generation of Ryans to do the dangerous work that will reveal that information.

But there’s always a price to be paid. When the final moments tick away, will Jack Ryan have to choose between the safety of his country and the safety of his child?

©2024 Brian Andrews and Jeffrey Wilson (P)2024 Random House Audio

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"Forty years after Tom Clancy’s genre defining debut novel, The Hunt for Red October, a new Russian submarine is moving west… Gripping and powerful, Act of Defiance is Andrews and Wilson at their best! A fitting tribute to the master. Tom Clancy would be proud."—Jack Carr, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Only the Dead

"Welcome back to Tom Clancy's world, where familiar and new characters untangle a conspiracy that threatens to light the world on fire. Andrews and Wilson pack in enough action for three books."—Larry Bond, New York Times bestselling author of Arctic Gambit

“I expected a lot from Navy veterans Andrews and Wilson—and they exceeded every expectation! Tom Clancy Act of Defiance is a remarkable tale of political intrigue and high-seas adventure. Jack Ryan and friends are in capable hands.”—Marc Cameron, New York Times bestselling author of Tom Clancy Command and Control

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The Ryan’s at their best

Andrews and Wilson continue the Ryan saga in homage to Clancy’s original. Ryan Sr and Clark take a stroll down nostalgia’s lane. And a new Ryan smashes into the scene in this non-stop thriller every bit as good as Clancy’s first!

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Andrews & Wilson Never Disappoint

It's not easy to step into the shoes of Tom Clancy for any writer. Ask any of them who have done it. And writing a Jack Ryan novel for the 40th Anniversary of The Hunt for Red October surely has to be a challenge. Andrews & Wilson delivered a book that captured the essence of the original story in a new era. Familiar names surfaced and new names were added to meld a story that kept me captivated.

Even though I know nothing about submarines and naval operations, the naval details and jargon did not bog down the story for someone like me. It was a fast read. The pacing of the story and the technical details are reminiscent of Clancy’s first book. The authors' focus on tying to the original first book was far more important to me than keeping every detail accurate from every Jack Ryan book written.

If you liked The Hunt for Red October, you should enjoy this book.

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The Best Post-Clancy Book Yet

While I’ve enjoyed every Jack Ryan novel, this is my favorite since Mr. Clancy’s passing. The individual scenes were woven together in a way reminiscent of the way he did it. Can’t wait for the next one.

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The story’s integration

Want more, work faster, I’m waiting on Dempsey. Best books ever. Please write more. Im waiting 😉

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First time reviewer- Great book!!

This is my first review on Audible. I had to comment because after listening to hundreds of books, this one is one of the best. It ties in with THRO perfectly. It is exciting, interesting and so well written. Hope to see more from A/W!!

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Not sure why one cast member is absent though…

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Fantastic read

Andrews and wilson killed it. I can’t wait for the next one, perfect pair to revive Jack Ryan and co.

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Best of all recent Jack Ryan stories

I am an avid reader or listener and have read all of Tom Clancy’s books going back to the HFRO. I absolutely love each and every book but this one was something special it harkens back to that original story that started the Jack Ryan saga. I love that the writers have introduced Ryan’s daughter as one of the main characters and she plays a tremendously strong part in the story. I can’t wait for the next book in the series… LOVE IT!!!

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Outstanding !

As good as Red October! Suspenseful, technical, as if Clancy had written it himself. I excelent read.

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Best Jack Ryan since the originals

Nostalgia at its best! This book combines the best of the past with the best of the present. I enjoyed the story as well as the action from start to finish.

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Great

Felt like a classic Clancy novel! It could have gone a little more in depth in a few places but I enjoyed it.

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