Books like Clear and Present Danger by Tom Clancy
Following the unexpected murders of three U.S. officials in Colombia, a clandestine intelligence mission is launched. Operatives race to trace the plot, navigating international intrigue and hidden motives while protecting national security.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: Thriller/Political Thriller
Authors: Tom Clancy
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