Jack Ryan masterminds a Middle East peace-plan based on religion which promises world peace based on religious understanding. This allows rapid settlement of problems in the Middle East, the one remaining trouble-spot. Although Jack goes unrecognized for his efforts (due to personality differences with some in the Fowler administration), he continues his hard work at the CIA - to the detriment of his health and marriage. Meanwhile, as world leaders become complacent about security, a group of fringe terrorists discover something in a field which has the potential to shatter the newly acquired peace, and test the competence of President Fowler.

Summary by Cath Aiken.

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