A breathtaking saga of love, ambition and intrigue in Victorian London, based on Ken Follett's international bestselling novel. - Financial Times, "A compulsively readable, enjoyable thriller-cum-saga." Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 December 2019. Disappointing. -- San Francisco Chronicle. . KEN FOLLETT #1 BESTSELLING, AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR of Night Over Water, The Pillars of the Earth, Eye of the Needle, and The Key to Rebecca AND HIS LATEST NOVEL A DANGEROUS FORTUNE "Confirms his reputation as a master storyteller." The central character is actually a bank and the story explores the interplay and exploits of the main players, both in the banking family and in the external world that uses the bank. sexual intrigue. I have read Follett novels that are brilliant (i.e, Eye of the Needle) and hopeless messes (i.e., Jackdaws) For me, Dangerous Fortune is on the side of brillance. In A Dangerous Fortune, Ken Follett is again the master story teller, bringing together a family-saga spanning over 30 years that includes love, treachery, rivalry, drama, and crime. Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books. Epic in its scale, A Dangerous Fortune tells of the dramatic highs and lows of the wealthy Pilaster family from the bestselling author of The Pillars of the Earth, Ken Follett. They have to face the prospect of firing all their servants, moving to the suburbs and peeling their own potatoes and washing their own long johns. Œuvres principales Série Les Piliers de la Terre Série Le Siècle modifier Kenneth Martin Follett dit Ken Follett , CBE , né le 5 juin 1949 à Cardiff , est un écrivain gallois spécialisé dans les romans d'espionnage et les romans historiques . She is the wife of one of the partners and is a truly objectionable character. I had toyed with a banking novel before and dropped it and so in a sense I was returning to an old idea, although in a different form. Read more. Complete summary of Ken Follett's A Dangerous Fortune. It goes back to school days in a public school and events emanating from this period develop and impinge on the lives of people of all classes. - Sunday Times, "A full-blooded melodrama, complete with moustache-twirling villains, saintly heroes, wronged women and a lot of plot." This breathtaking novel portrays a family splintered by lust, bound by a shared legacy... men and women swept toward a perilous climax where greed, fed by the shocking truth of a boy's death, must be stopped, or not just one man's dreams, but those of a nation, will die... "Breathlessly plotted...relentlessly suspensenseful." Many of his books have achieved high ranking on best seller lists. Ken Follett (Kenneth Martin Follett), (born 5 June 1949) is a Welsh author of thrillers and historical novels who has sold more than 160 million copies of his works.Many of his books have achieved high ranking on best seller lists. He lives in England. I am glad that I only paid 99p for this. "Breathlessly plotted. But the respectable veneer of the family, and even Victorian England itself, looks to shatter as the deadly event from their schooldays threatens everything the Pilasters have built. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. A Dangerous Fortune (1993) A Place Called Freedom (1995) The Third Twin (1996) The Hammer of Eden (1998) Code to Zero (2000) Jackdaws (2001) Hornet Flight (2002) Whiteout (2004) Ken Follet’s Series / Trilogies I didn't want it to end. Banking then was also far less controlled: bonds were a relatively new invention, real cash was used a lot and records were written by clerks on stools with quill pens. The story evolves as the series of events… . --This text refers to the, "Breathlessly plotted. fascinating characters. The story begins with a bunch of schoolboys disobeying the rules and going for a swim at the quarry pool. Years later, the same characters are wound tightly into an inescapable web of intrigue, finance and murder. Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2018, Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2018, Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2018. Each character is clearly defined in speech and mannerisms. Read with the free Kindle apps (available on iOS, Android, PC & Mac), Kindle E-readers and on Fire Tablet devices. . Against Hugh's advice, Mickey and Edward team up on a series of huge loans to Mickey's government--money that goes to the purchase of war materiel and the advancement of Mickey's thuggish father. . . “Follett [builds] to a dramatic climax with the same masterful control that guided Eye of the Needle and The Pillars of the Earth.”—Playboy “I don’t usually enjoy historical thrillers but admit to being totally captivated by Ken Follett’s A Dangerous Fortune.”—Chicago Tribune “Highly entertaining . 1866: at an exclusive school in Victorian England, a schoolboy drowns in a mysterious accident. Known around the world for his string of smash-hit spy thrillers touched off by 1978 s Eye of the Needle, Ken Follett s taut tales -- spiked with more than a dash of sex appeal -- have earned this author (and sometime blues guitarist) a reputation as a master of international intrigue. -- Lexington Herald-Leader. This has to be one of Follett's greater novels and that, in itself, is significant. --This text refers to the audioCD edition. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. For my reading pleasure, the book was a bit long. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 29, 2017, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 28, 2019. There are several snakes in the pit but the South American interest is both subversive and loathsome. Loved it. -- The New York Times. . Subscribe Trailer Share Share with your friends First edition.Thick octavo. "Banks, brothers, and a high body count...it's all there." Alongside these events a totally self centered and single minded Augusta strides through the novel leaving destruction and distaste in her wake. Kenneth Martin Follett, CBE, FRSL (born 5 June 1949) is a Welsh author of thrillers and historical novels who has sold more than 160 million copies of his works. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 12, 2019. Ken Follett - official site of the international best-selling author of Edge of Eternity, Winter of the World, Fall of Giants, The Pillars of the Earth, World without End, Eye of the Needle, Whiteout, Hornet Flight, Jackdaws, and more men and women swept  toward a perilous climax where greed, fed by the  shocking truth of a boy's death, must be stopped,  or not just one man's dreams, but those of a  nation, will die. Buy a cheap copy of A Dangerous Fortune book by Ken Follett. Readers and listeners who liked Follett's Pillars of the Earth will enjoy this tale. A Dangerous Fortune is a novel written by British author Ken Follett in 1993. . --, Ken Follett is the author of numerous international bestsellers, including Jackdaws, Hornet Flight, Code to Zero, Triple, Eye of the Needle, Pillars of the Earth, and A Dangerous Fortune. --This text refers to the cassette edition. Ken Follett is a magnificent story teller & the only reason that this isn’t a 5/5 is that some of his others are even better. You are listening to a sample of the Audible narration for this Kindle book. . . Follett’s characters are drawn with broad, realistic strokes . As a child, Follett’s strict and religious parents barred him and his three siblings from watching movies or television. old-fashioned entertainment.” - San Francisco Chronicle, “Breathlessly plotted . A young student drowns  in a mysterious accident involving a small circle  of boys. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. . It enabled me to do banking in a more vivid and material way. Weak bully Edward Pilaster and his too-dear South American chum Mickey Miranda cause the death by drowning of a lad from the lower form at their minor public school and then grow up to become as corrupt as one might expect. His death and its aftermath will have repercussions for decades to come . "Political and amorous intrigues, cold-blooded murders and financial crises...old-fashioned entertainment!" It has been called "potent, engrossing" ( Publishers Weekly ) and "truly epic" ( Huffington Post ). This long but constantly engaging story explores the implications of inherited wealth and poverty, its inter relationship and its thoroughly social destructiveness. His grasp of international and class relationships is second to none. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. I always enjoy the depth of social & political history in which is steeped a good story of human strength & frailty, the triumph of good over evil and all the ends knotted together. On this rotten foundation, the Pilaster bank grows to Imperial preeminence and Augusta gets the earldom she wants for the husband she dislikes. The 13-digit and 10-digit formats both work. . Ken Follett is one of the contemporary authors who both excite and annoy me. I like her. The British accents and dialects are understandable and separate each personality. But I read it all and enjoyed it. It is difficult to believe that this is by the man who wrote Pillars of the Earth. The cousins find themselves locked in a vicious competition for the top job at the bank. Please try again. Great plot twists. --This text refers to the mass_market edition. . Although it was fairly predictable, there were some interesting twists. . The story is punctuated by sound effects and quiet music, sometimes indicating a change in scene, sometimes a significant event. The only really good Pilaster, aside from discreetly gay Uncle Samuel, is young Hugh, whose father left the family firm, founded his own bank, and then had to commit suicide when the bank foundered. . "Follett [builds] to a dramatic climax with the same masterful control that guided Eye of the Needle and The Pillars of the Earth." This detailed literature summary also contains Topics for Discussion and a Free Quiz on A Dangerous Fortune by Ken Follett. I shall be surprised if, at the end of this wonderful story, you don't exclaim 'plus ca change'. We watch the characters develop over the years some becoming strong … A Tragic Accident 1866: at an exclusive school in Victorian England, a schoolboy drowns in a mysterious accident. --. Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2018. -- Lexington Herald-Leader. Six gold sovereigns had been stolen from the desk of Dr Offerton, the Latin master, and the whole school was under suspicion. Does this book contain quality or formatting issues? We've all experienced love in all its ways which is why everyone can and will relate. The human interest is skillfully and imaginatively explored in depth and length. I read a newspaper article about the day Barings Bank went bust in 1892. Hugh is a born banker, but since he's so much smarter than cousin Edward, Aunt Augusta hates him and throws constant obstacles in his path. . Highlight, take notes, and search in the book, In this edition, page numbers are just like the physical edition. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Do you believe that this item violates a copyright? Eye of the Needle (Pan 70th Anniversary Book 17), The Evening and the Morning: The Prequel to The Pillars of the Earth, A Kingsbridge Novel, A Column of Fire (The Kingsbridge Novels Book 3), The Pillars of the Earth (The Kingsbridge Novels Book 1), World Without End (The Kingsbridge Novels Book 2), "Political and amorous intrigues, cold-blooded murders and financial crises...old-fashioned entertainment!" SIGNED by KEN FOLLETT on the title page.Remarkably rare SIGNED TRUE FIRST EDITION (precedes the American issue) of this Follett novel set against the backdrop of collapse of a bank in 1866, featuring Follett's first female villain, "Augusta". But the respectable veneer of the family, and even Victorian England itself, looks to shatter as the deadly event from their schooldays threatens everything the Pilasters have built. For example, in the US, many reached the number 1 position on the New York Times Best Seller list, including Edge of Eternity, Fall of Giants, A Dangerous Fortune, The Key to Rebecca, Lie Down with Lions, Triple, Winter of the World, and World Without End. Ken Follett is a magnificent story teller & the only reason that this isn’t a 5/5 is that some of his others are even better. relentlessly suspenseful.” - The New York Times. A Dangerous Fortune (1993) A Place Called Freedom (1995) The Third Twin (1996) The Hammer of Eden (1998) Code to Zero (2000) Jackdaws (2001) Hornet Flight (2002) Whiteout (2004) Non-fiction. By the 1860s, the Pilasters are one of the world's greatest banking families, with connections that reach from the … . . It also has my first female villain, Augusta who’s domineering, sexy and unscrupulous. Follett’s characters are drawn with broad, realistic strokes . Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2019, The book is not overwhelming but its well written and has a good narrative sequence, Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2018. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. This book by Ken Follett has fictional historical plot set in the 12 century. In 1866, tragedy strikes at the exclusive Windfield School. . It was a hot Saturday in May, and they would normally have spent the afternoon on the south field, some playing cricket and others watching from the shady fringes of Bishop’s Wood. There's a problem loading this menu right now. I could almost think that it should have begun with "It was a dark and stormy night..." I plan to continue reading, hoping that it will improve, but so far it seems to be going from bad to worse. - Irish Times, “Political and amorous intrigues, cold-blooded murder, and financial crises . "Gripping, complex plot.. sexual intrigue...fascinating characters...you won't be able to put down this exciting page-turner!" Epic in its scale, A Dangerous Fortune tells of the dramatic highs and lows of the wealthy Pilaster family from the bestselling author of The Pillars of the Earth, Ken Follett. A Dangerous Fortune is, however, more about murder than money. Chicago Tribune "Highly entertaining . I enjoyed reading this book. A tragic misadventure among schoolboys is at the root of the rotten world of the Pilaster family. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. -- "San Francisco Chronicle". . . There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2018, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 29, 2019, Reading Ken Folletts books is certainly an educational experience. . It struck me as terrifically dramatic and it became the central scene of the book. . . . Ken Follett is one of the world’s best-loved authors, selling more than 160 million copies of his thirty books. I appreciated how the story spanned decades and kept my interest until the satisfying conclusion. you won't be able to put down this exciting page-turner!" Directed by Christian Schwochow. (c)AudioFile, Portland, Maine The first edition of the novel was published in September 24th 1993, and was written by Ken Follett. a Dangerous fortune: 2016: a Dangerous fortune: World without end: 2012: World without end: the Pillars of the Earth: 2010: the Pillars of the Earth: Ken Follett has a cameo as a merchant. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. . Eisfieber: 2010: Whiteout: the Third Twin: 1997: the Third Twin: Ken Follett has a cameo as a manservant. This book was no exception. .A Fierce RivalryThere on that fateful day were Hugh Pilaster and his older cousin Edward, heirs of a powerful banking dynasty with connections that reach from London to far-afield colonies.A Lethal SecretThe cousins find themselves locked in a vicious competition for the top job at the bank. Epic in its scale, A Dangerous Fortune tells of the dramatic highs and lows of the wealthy Pilaster family from the bestselling author of The Pillars of the Earth, Ken Follett.A Tragic Accident1866: at an exclusive school in Victorian England, a schoolboy drowns in a mysterious accident. "Gripping, complex plot . From the magnificent medieval saga of the Cathedral series to the First World War battlefields Follett can bring characters to life in all sorts of situations. Enjoyed it. relentlessly suspensenseful." He lives in England. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Ken Follett Biography: Born in Cardiff, Wales on June 5, 1949 Ken Follett is Welch thriller and historical-fiction writer. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Entertaining. Unable to add item to List. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. There are several murders, and a mystery that runs right through the story. “I don’t usually enjoy historical thrillers but admit to being totally captivated by Ken Follett’s A Dangerous Fortune.” —Chicago Tribune “Highly entertaining . Does this book contain inappropriate content? M.B.K. Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2019. Consequently, Follett developed an early affinity to reading that carried throughout his teenage years. The Victorian era is better than a contemporary setting for a banking story because modern banking is too mechanical and that impedes truly dramatic scenes. Ken Follett's Century Trilogy follows the fortunes of five intertwined families—American, German, Russian, English, and Welsh—as they make their way through the twentieth century. A great disappointment. Interesting financial tips and a sprinkling of naughty bits, but the rest is minor Masterpiece Theatre. . From the  exclusive men's club and brothels that cater to every  dark desire of London's upper classes to the  dazzling ballrooms and mahogany-paneled suites of the  manipulators of the world's wealth, Ken Follett  conjures up a stunning array of contrasts. “I don’t usually enjoy historical thrillers but admit to being totally captivated by Ken Follett’s A Dangerous Fortune.”—Chicago Tribune “Highly entertaining . Ken Follett weaves this tale, and Tim Curry reads it, using every ounce of his talents. this story of greed and retribution should win Follett new fans.” —Publishers Weekly 2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing. . On the day of the tragedy, the boys of Windfield School had been confined to their rooms. Hugh, pining for the Polish-born, Jewish bareback- rider he loved and lost and still nursing his childhood memory of That Day At The Swimming Hole, gets nothing but grief until those shaky South American bonds finally collapse and he's really needed. Not even worth what I paid. Free download or read online A Dangerous Fortune pdf (ePUB) book. I worked backwards to construct how they got into this situation and then worked forwards to detail how did they dealt with it. This  breathtaking novel portrays a family splintered by lust,  bound by a shared legacy. Follett’s first bestseller was Eye of the Needle, a spy story set in the Second World War. Many of his books have achieved high ranking on best seller lists. Mickey murders his way to a sinecure in the London legation of his nitrate-rich Latin American homeland, and, with much help from his gorgeous, manipulative mum Augusta, Edward bumbles his way to a partnership in the immensely important family bank. Philip Meers. relentlessly suspensenseful." . This is a novel worth reading every word. London: Macmillan, 1993. . "Political and amorous intrigues, cold-blooded murders and financial crises...old-fashioned entertainment!" A breathtaking thriller featuring political and amorous intrigues, cold-blooded murder, and financial crises ( San Francisco Chronicle ), from the #1 New York... Free Shipping on all orders over $10. All the boys were to be kept in until the thief was caught. All of it. Not even worth what I paid. Good for holiday reading .No need to carry the book back home. . 9 people found this helpful. You will, laugh, cry, judge...you will feel anger, hatred and fear but most importantly, you will feel how a breaking heart can HEAL. The sexual activities of upper class cads. His death and its aftermath will have repercussions for decades to come . With Dominic Thorburn, Laura de Boer, Jeanette Hain, Thorsten Merten. They are bankrupt, they owe money to people and they don’t have any themselves. --, It all starts with a murder in the swimming hole in 1866. Please try again. Ken Follett is the author of numerous international bestsellers, including Jackdaws, Hornet Flight, Code to Zero, Triple, Eye of the Needle, Pillars of the Earth, and A Dangerous Fortune. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. The book also features Follett's first female villain, the domineering and unscrupulous Augusta. It pertains to a period of wealth and poverty living alongside each other in the middle to late 19th century. Use the Amazon App to scan ISBNs and compare prices. Although a majority of the readers could never humanly understand the pain suffered in the story due to lack of real-life experience, the words do speak true to everyday human feelings of belonging, pain, triumph, suffering, and so on, but most importantly, LOVE. Report abuse. This bar-code number lets you verify that you're getting exactly the right version or edition of a book. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 24, 2020. In 1989 The Pillars of the Earth was published and has since become Follett’s most popular novel. --This text refers to the, Follett (Night Over Water, 1991; The Pillars of The Earth, 1989, etc.) Admittedly I've not read much, but the style in which it is written reminds me of the writing of my pupils when I was a teacher. . --This text refers to the. Follett, Ken. . A shocking secret behind a young boys death leads to three generations of treachery in this breathtaking saga of love, power and revenge, set amid the … Pan; Reprints edition (September 4, 2008). Please try again. The drowning and its aftermath initiates a spiraling circle of treachery that will span three decades and entwine many loves... From the exclusive men's club and brothels that cater to every dark desire of London's upper classes to the dazzling ballrooms and mahogany-paneled suites of the manipulators of the world's wealth, Ken Follett conjures up a stunning array of contrasts. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Bound in the burgundy cloth covered boards. Playboy "I don't usually enjoy historical thrillers but admit to being totally captivated by Ken Follett's A Dangerous Fortune." A young student drowns in a mysterious accident involving a small circle of boys. But a crime had been committed. . . peeks into the naughty world of late Victorian merchant bankers. The story is set against the backdrop of collapse of a bank in 1866. --, gedy strikes at the  exclusive Windfield School. It reached number one on bestseller lists around the world and was an Oprah’s Book Club pick. . Epic in its scale, A Dangerous Fortune tells of the dramatic highs and lows of the wealthy Pilaster family from the bestselling author of The Pillars of the Earth, Ken Follett. The drowning and its aftermath initiates a  spiraling circle of treachery that will span three  decades and entwine many loves. A DANGEROUS FORTUNE. --Lexington Herald-Leader Kenneth Martin Follett, CBE, FRSL (born 5 June 1949) is a Welsh author of thrillers and historical novels who has sold more than 160 million copies of his works. The abridgment is seamless. eNotes plot summaries cover all the significant action of A Dangerous Fortune. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Epic in its scale, A Dangerous Fortune tells of the dramatic highs and lows of the wealthy Pilaster family from the bestselling author of The Pillars of the Earth, Ken Follett.
Carte Zone Inondable Ille-et-vilaine, Expression A Moi La Peur, Super-héros Malgré Lui Date De Sortie, Foul Trouble Nba, Horaire Train Ermont - Eaubonne Saint-lazare, Harrods Londres Intérieur, Cindy Bruna Et Sa Mère,