This book is boring. I started to read it because of current political situation. As a russian, I’m just dissapointed what’s happening in Russia and I though reading this book will be a good coping mechanism for me. I want imagine myself as a brave american CIA agent who fight against evil commies. But now I understand how such “patriotic” literature is very boring for me.
I know well about russian “patriotic” literature about cool and brave russian/soviet soldiers or KGB agent whatever fighting against evil american imperialism. Special mention for low quality fiction about brave russian soldier being transported into World War 2 in a body of bee. I met enough russian and american people who glorify Cold War era. And I don’t like such people. Because any war is bad. And I understand how both sides of conflict tried to dehumanize each other.
Tom Clancy is not much different from soviet/russian spy dramas like “TASS is authorized to declare”. It’s all about “America is cool and number 1!” Yes, Tom is talented writer. He is very good at describing military equipment. Also, Jack Rayan is boring character. I would prefer to play Metal Gear series because of gray morality, much more sophisticated characters and phylosophy.
I’m done.
by FinalExtent1919