The President is deadand the weight, literally, of the world falls on Jack Ryan’s shoulders, in Tom Clancy’s newest and most extraordinary novel. I don’t know what to do. Where’s the manual, the training course, for this job? Whom do I ask? Where do I go? Debt of Honor ended with Tom Clancy’s most shocking conclusion ever; a joint session of Congress destroyed, the President dead, most of the Cabinet and the Congress dead, the Supreme Court and the Joint Chiefs likewise. Dazed and confused, the man who only minutes before had been confirmed as the new Vice-President of the United States is told that he is now President. President John Patrick Ryan. And that is where Executive Orders begins. Ryan had agreed to accept the vice-presidency only as a caretaker for a year, and now, suddenly an incalculable weight has fallen on his shoulders. How do you run a government without a government? Where do you even begin? With stunning force, Ryan’s responsibilities crush on him. He must calm an anxious and grieving nation, allay the skepticism of the world’s leaders, conduct a swift investigation of the tragedy, and arrange a massive state funeralall while attempting to reconstitute a Cabinet and a Congress with the greatest possible speed. But that is not all. Many eyes are on him now, and many of them are unfriendly. In Beijing, Tehran, and other world capitals, including Washington D.C., there are those eager to take advantage where they may, some of whom bear a deep animus toward the United Statessome of whom, from Ryan’s past, harbor intense animosity toward the new President himself. Soon they will begin to move on their opportunities; soon they will present Jack Ryan with a crisis so big even he cannot imagine it. Tom Clancy has written remarkable novels before, but nothing comparable to the timeliness and drama of Executive Orders. Filled with the exceptional realism and intricate plotting that are his hallmarks, it attests to the words of the St. Louis This man can tell a story.
Dive into a world of political intrigue and suspense with Tom Clancy's *Executive Orders*, a gripping thriller that thrusts Jack Ryan into the highest office in the United States under the most devastating of circumstances. Following the catastrophic events of *Debt of Honor*, the nation is reeling from an unprecedented attack that has wiped out the President, most of the Cabinet, Congress, the Supreme Court, and the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Suddenly, Jack Ryan, only moments after being confirmed as Vice President, finds himself unexpectedly sworn in as President of the United States. This *International Edition* paperback places you squarely in the Oval Office alongside President Ryan as he grapples with unimaginable challenges. He faces the daunting task of rebuilding a government from the ashes, comforting a grieving nation, and assuring skeptical world leaders of America's stability. The weight of the world is truly on his shoulders. How do you even begin to govern when the government itself has been decimated? Clancy masterfully paints a picture of the overwhelming responsibilities that immediately crush Ryan. He must simultaneously launch an investigation into the deadly attack, plan a massive state funeral, and rapidly reconstitute a Cabinet and Congress, all while navigating a landscape of political landmines. But the threats to Ryan and the United States extend far beyond domestic turmoil. Malevolent forces in Beijing, Tehran, and even within Washington D.C. see this moment of vulnerability as an opportunity to advance their own agendas. They are ready to exploit America's weakened state, and some harbor personal animosity toward the new President, stemming from Ryan's past actions. These enemies are poised to unleash a crisis of unimaginable scale, testing Ryan's leadership and resolve like never before. Published in 1997 by Berkley Publishing Group, *Executive Orders* reflects the anxieties and geopolitical tensions of the era, offering a prescient and compelling narrative of global power struggles. Known for his meticulous research, realistic scenarios, and intricate plots, Tom Clancy delivers a novel that is both timely and timeless. This First Edition copy, weighing in at 571 grams, is a must-have for any fan of political thrillers, military fiction, and the Jack Ryan universe. Experience the exceptional realism and captivating storytelling that have made Tom Clancy a literary legend. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of suspenseful history and witness Jack Ryan's most challenging battle yet. This book is more than just a story; it's an exploration of leadership, resilience, and the enduring strength of the American spirit in the face of overwhelming adversity.