The consummate warrior. The man who excels. The supreme master of all the arts—love and combat, strength and wisdom—who holds the fate of all China in his hands. In a vast arena with its vivid scenarios of war and revolution, its intricate loyalties of clan and creed, many vie for total mastery. Four ancient pieces of jade are the key to unlocking the grand scheme of the Jian. The prize is Hong Kong—the glittering jewel that sets the KGB, the Communist Chinese, and the Americans in deadly battle.

On a high plateau in the heart of Asia lies Shan, the holy site where men are tested and the deepest secrets of Eastern mysticism are revealed. Enter into the challenge of Jake Maroc, a man of almost supernatural gifts, who is commissioned to help China fulfill its ancient destiny—as the future of the world hangs in the balance. From the Paperback edition.