The American Ambassador
The American Ambassador by Ward S. Just is a reprint edition published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in 1987, featuring 326 pages in English. This novel centers on William North Jr., the son of a Foreign Service officer, who finds himself entangled with a German terrorist organization just as his father prepares for a new diplomatic post in Germany. The narrative explores the complex relationship between father and son, highlighting the tension between personal loyalty and national security.
Readers will encounter a gripping international thriller that delves into themes of espionage and the impact of terrorism on familial bonds. As the story unfolds, the conflict between William North Jr. and his father escalates, raising questions about justice and the fragility of Western values in a turbulent world. This edition offers a thoughtful exploration of political and military dynamics, making it a significant addition to the genres of suspense and historical fiction.
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“A master American novelist.” —Vanity Fair
“A gripping international thriller” about a Foreign Service officer–and the son who turns to terrorism to spite him (Los Angeles Times).
William North Jr. inherited his father’s keen political instincts and passion for justice. But the last time Ambassador North saw his son he seemed like a stranger–and a hostile one at that. Now, just as North prepares to take a new post in Germany, reports emerge that Bill Jr. is aligned with a German terrorist organization.
Suddenly, a private conflict between father and son escalates to a matter of national security. North is faced with a terrifying dilemma as loyalty to family and country are directly at odds.
The American Ambassador is at once a riveting tale of suspense and a thoughtful meditation on the fragility of Western values in an age of terrorism.
“Haunting and persuasive . . . Charged with authenticity . . . A splendid book that is both thoughtful and fast-moving.” —The New York Times
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