The Hunt for Red October (Jack Ryan Universe, #4)
by Tom Clancy
The Hunt for Red October by Tom Clancy holds a highly rated rating of 4.01 out of 5, based on 270.3K reader ratings. First published in 1984. The book spans 432 pages.
About The Hunt for Red October
Here is the runaway bestseller that launched Tom Clancy's phenomenal career. A military thriller so gripping in its action and so convincing in its accuracy that the author was rumored to have been debriefed by the White House. Its theme: the greatest espionage coup in history. Its story: the chase for a top secret Russian missile sub. Lauded by the Washington Post as "breathlessly exciting." The Hunt for Red October remains a masterpiece of military fiction by one of the world's most popular authors, a man whose shockingly realistic scenarios continue to hold us in thrall.Somewhere under the Atlantic, a Soviet sub commander has just made a fateful decision. The Red October is heading west. The Americans want her. The Russians want her back. And the most incredible chase in history is on...
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Tom Clancy |
| Published | 1984 |
| Pages | 432 |
| Genres | Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense |
| Average Rating | 4.01 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 270,318 |
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What genre is The Hunt for Red October?
The Hunt for Red October is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Hunt for Red October worth reading?
Based on 270.3K reader ratings, The Hunt for Red October has an average score of 4.01 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Hunt for Red October?
The Hunt for Red October has 432 pages.
Who wrote The Hunt for Red October?
The Hunt for Red October was written by Tom Clancy. It was first published in 1984.
What is the ISBN for The Hunt for Red October?
The ISBN-13 for The Hunt for Red October is 9780425172900.0.
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