{"product_id":"trevayne-1","title":"Trevayne by Robert Ludlum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBook Summary:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"14\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2\" data-end=\"12\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eTrevayne\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e by Robert Ludlum—originally published under the pseudonym Jonathan Ryder—is a standalone political thriller that delves into the dark underbelly of government corruption. The story follows Andrew Trevayne, a principled and sharp-minded corporate executive appointed by the U.S. President to lead a special commission investigating military-industrial misconduct. As Trevayne digs deeper into defense contracting and Pentagon dealings, he uncovers a vast, well-protected network of political manipulation and profiteering. The deeper he probes, the more he becomes a target of threats, betrayal, and violent opposition. Blending suspense, political intrigue, and moral conflict, Ludlum crafts a tense narrative about the dangers of unchecked power and the personal cost of pursuing the truth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout The Author:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"17\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eRobert Ludlum\u003c\/strong\u003e (1927–2001) was a bestselling American author widely regarded as a master of the modern espionage thriller. Before becoming a novelist, he worked as a stage and television actor and producer, which helped shape his flair for suspense and drama. Ludlum’s novels, known for their intricate plots, global settings, and political intrigue, often revolve around themes of conspiracy, identity, and power. He gained international fame with titles like \u003cem data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"485\"\u003eThe Bourne Identity\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"508\"\u003eThe Matarese Circle\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"541\"\u003eThe Chancellor Manuscript\u003c\/em\u003e. Over his career, he wrote more than 20 thrillers, many of which became bestsellers and were adapted into successful films. His legacy continues through posthumous releases and extensions of his iconic series by other authors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of used books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":43881724608769,"sku":"2PPGH7DHD-Used","price":150.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/files\/jhgbn_5trf.jpg?v=1753250032","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/trevayne-1","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}