Threat Vector
by Tom Clancy, Mark Greaney
Penguin 2013
Book 15 of Ryanverse
Easy read — content targets 9th–12th grade
Reading level 7.3 (7th grade) but themes aimed at ages 14+
Themes include cyberwarfare
Book 15 in a series — earlier books first
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Genre
Themes
- cyberwarfare
- espionage
- political intrigue
- covert operations
- great-power rivalry
- national security
- loyalty and betrayal
- technology and surveillance
- military strategy
- family legacy
About this book
President Jack Ryan faces escalating cyber and military aggression from China while The Campus—Jack Ryan, Jr.’s covert organization—is exposed and hunted. As geopolitical tensions boil over in the South China Sea and devastating cyberattacks hit the U.S., father and son must coordinate overt statecraft and clandestine action to avert war and survive a ruthless adversary.
Setting: Contemporary global thriller spanning Washington, D.C.; Beijing and other locations in China; the South China Sea; and cyberspace
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Threat Vector right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Threat Vector. The reading level is AR 7.3, which is typical for 7th grade. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 14+ (9th–12th grade). Themes include cyberwarfare, espionage, political intrigue. Note: this is book 15 in a series — your child should read the earlier books first.
How long does it take to read Threat Vector?
At a typical 7th grade reading pace, Threat Vector takes around 21h to finish. The book has 223,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Threat Vector have an AR quiz?
Yes — Threat Vector has an AR quiz available, worth 34 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Threat Vector?
Threat Vector has an AR reading level of 7.3, which places it at a 7th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.