Debt of Honor
Debt of Honor
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1994
Book Brief
1
Novel • Fiction
United States, Japan • 1990s
1994
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Debt of Honor by Tom Clancy is a gripping political thriller featuring protagonist Jack Ryan, now a national security advisor, as he works to suppress a political coup in Japan orchestrated by industrialist Raizo Yamata. Yamata's plan to restore Japan's geopolitical dominance and avenge past grievances leads to escalating economic and military tensions with the United States.
Suspenseful
Informative
Gritty
Challenging
Adventurous
Reviews & Readership
56,214 ratings
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Review Roundup
Tom Clancy's Debt of Honor is praised for its intricate plot and deep political insights. Readers appreciate the realistic depiction of military tactics and geopolitical strategy. However, some critics find the pacing uneven and the extensive detail occasionally overwhelming. Overall, it’s a compelling read for fans of thrillers and political dramas.
Who Should Read Debt of Honor?
Readers who enjoy high-stakes military and political thrillers are the ideal audience for Debt of Honor by Tom Clancy. Fans of intricate plots, detailed military technology, and geopolitical strategy similar to Frederick Forsyth's The Fist of God or Vince Flynn's American Assassin will find this novel compelling and engaging.
56,214 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
1
Novel • Fiction
United States, Japan • 1990s
1994
Adult
18+ years
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