Executive Orders

A Novel

By: Tom Clancy

Narrated by: Michael Prichard

Length: 51 hrs and 24 mins

Publisher's summary

Debt of Honor ends as Jack Ryan is confirmed vice president minutes before a mammoth act of terrorism kills the President, most of his cabinet, all but a few members of Congress, the entire Supreme Court and all of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Suddenly Ryan is President, which is where Executive Orders begins.

Ryan's responsibilities crush in on him. Where should he begin? He must calm a nation, pacify world leaders, arrange a massive funeral -- while he rebuilds a government as quickly as possible. But that's not all. Enemies abroad and at home see opportunities, and they'll soon present President Ryan with an unimaginable crisis. How will he tackle his greatest challenge ever?

©2009 Tom Clancy (P)2010 Random House

Critic reviews

"Holmes writes with an easy warmth about kind people who are trying their best but messing things up anyway.... A warm and lovely romance, perfect for readers of Rainbow Rowell and Louise Miller.” (Kirkus Reviews [starred review])

“The charm of Holmes’ novel comes not only from a genuine friendship between Evvie and Dean that develops into a sweet romance but also from watching amiable Evvie stumble through the process of finding herself in a realistic way. A warm and funny book that will utterly captivate fans of Abbi Waxman and Taylor Jenkins Reid.” (Booklist [starred review])

“Holmes’ debut charms, as a young widow and a former Major League pitcher learn to begin again.... At times deeply emotional yet sometimes extremely humorous, this is a satisfying crowd-pleaser.” (Publishers Weekly)

Outstanding

I read the book when it first came out many years ago. Listening to it made me feel like I was listening to an old radio mystery. It brought back memories and good times. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

Still the Best

In my humble opinion this is the best book in the Jack Ryan series. Some of the events that have parallels to today are more than haunting as this book is 25 years old now.

A truly epic novel in scope and detail.

The best since Without Remorse

I was enthralled with the story. This is one of Tom Clancy's best. Great job by the reader.

I would recommend.

I thought this book was very detailed and well put together. I thoroughly enjoyed the accurate description of battles. I would recommend this book to anyone who has an interest in the conflicts of Public office and doing the right thing.

Michael did a decent job at narrating the book. Had some issues with audio, but nothing majorly distracting.

Overall a good listen and I would listen to it again.

There are very few books like this one

to not give this book a five-star rating is incomprehensible. the logic, the incredible knowledge of disease and weapon systems and politics, etc is really incredible. included is good character development, comments on the morality and the workings of a man and woman's decision making capability. it is very long so if you're looking for a little short tidbit of a novel this one is not for you but if you want to relax and listen to a well written piece of fiction this is it.

A+ all around

Tom Clancy’s magnificent ability to paint a vivid picture and tell a complex and compelling story is on full display, made even better by the excellent performance by Michael Pritchard - a perfect pairing

A window that showed a future over 2 decades ago.

I read this book over twenty years ago. Recently I purchased it from Audible and enjoyed it again. This time though as a more mature reader.

I am stunned by what was foretold in this book. It was a blue print that was probably used by people and countries with intent to harm America. From COVID to the cost of corrupt politicians. It is mind blowing how much Tom Clancy got right.

The INCREDIBLE details on so many areas of the story

Could have used more detail in the final chapters and less in the beginning and middle

President does the right thing

The book is decidedly good and an interesting type of struggle. The battles are described in elaborate detail and the story is somewhat believable.

A spy a President?

Because of a attack of a mad Japanese father wanting the revenge of his son and brothers death almost the entire united states government is dead, Ryan going to be sworn in as vice president is now president of the United States. and has to restore order. except what he thinks the USA needs is not the same as the former vice president.

at the same time a sick boy has come down with Ebola and the dictator of Iraq is assassinated. Iran adsorbs Iraq into its borders and transports the Ebola virus to Iran to weaponize it. what other plans does Iran have?

China accidentally hits a plane and pulls the us navel from the Indian ocean, and India starts to make its moves.