--, It all starts with a murder in the swimming hole in 1866. All the boys were to be kept in until the thief was caught. 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. 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. Ken Follett weaves this tale, and Tim Curry reads it, using every ounce of his talents. The drowning and its aftermath initiates a  spiraling circle of treachery that will span three  decades and entwine many loves. His death and its aftermath will have repercussions for decades to come . . Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 12, 2019. There's a problem loading this menu right now. “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 . . I didn't want it to end. --This text refers to the, "Breathlessly plotted. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! 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. Does this book contain quality or formatting issues? . 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. 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. 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. Pan; Reprints edition (September 4, 2008). A breathtaking saga of love, ambition and intrigue in Victorian London, based on Ken Follett's international bestselling novel. Alongside these events a totally self centered and single minded Augusta strides through the novel leaving destruction and distaste in her wake. . 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. A Dangerous Fortune is, however, more about murder than money. Free download or read online A Dangerous Fortune pdf (ePUB) book. A young student drowns in a mysterious accident involving a small circle of boys. (c)AudioFile, Portland, Maine Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 29, 2017, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 28, 2019. --Lexington Herald-Leader . Entertaining. 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. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Consequently, Follett developed an early affinity to reading that carried throughout his teenage years. . Many of his books have achieved high ranking on best seller lists. They are bankrupt, they owe money to people and they don’t have any themselves. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. Highlight, take notes, and search in the book, In this edition, page numbers are just like the physical edition. Please try again. This book was no exception. - Financial Times, "A compulsively readable, enjoyable thriller-cum-saga." 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. . . At the end you feel like you really know them. Interesting financial tips and a sprinkling of naughty bits, but the rest is minor Masterpiece Theatre. Not even worth what I paid. . Philip Meers. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 24, 2020. Unable to add item to List. relentlessly suspenseful.” - The New York Times. Years later, the same characters are wound tightly into an inescapable web of intrigue, finance and murder. - Sunday Times, "A full-blooded melodrama, complete with moustache-twirling villains, saintly heroes, wronged women and a lot of plot." 1866: at an exclusive school in Victorian England, a schoolboy drowns in a mysterious accident. fascinating characters. . eNotes plot summaries cover all the significant action of A Dangerous Fortune. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 December 2019. As a child, Follett’s strict and religious parents barred him and his three siblings from watching movies or television. . In 1866, tragedy strikes at the exclusive Windfield School. Loved it. His death and its aftermath will have repercussions for decades to come . 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. It is difficult to believe that this is by the man who wrote Pillars of the Earth. It has been called "potent, engrossing" ( Publishers Weekly ) and "truly epic" ( Huffington Post ). 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. I appreciated how the story spanned decades and kept my interest until the satisfying conclusion. Complete summary of Ken Follett's A Dangerous Fortune. - Irish Times, “Political and amorous intrigues, cold-blooded murder, and financial crises . --This text refers to the mass_market edition. The cousins find themselves locked in a vicious competition for the top job at the bank. . It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. The book was published in multiple languages including English, consists of 596 pages and is available in Paperback format. 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." Directed by Christian Schwochow. I read a newspaper article about the day Barings Bank went bust in 1892. Great plot twists. This book by Ken Follett has fictional historical plot set in the 12 century. A tragic misadventure among schoolboys is at the root of the rotten world of the Pilaster family. On this rotten foundation, the Pilaster bank grows to Imperial preeminence and Augusta gets the earldom she wants for the husband she dislikes. Please try again. . The abridgment is seamless. 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. Enjoyed it. 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 13-digit and 10-digit formats both work. With Dominic Thorburn, Laura de Boer, Jeanette Hain, Thorsten Merten. 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. It pertains to a period of wealth and poverty living alongside each other in the middle to late 19th century. You will, laugh, cry, judge...you will feel anger, hatred and fear but most importantly, you will feel how a breaking heart can HEAL. 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. 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. 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 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. . Many of his books have achieved high ranking on best seller lists. 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. “I don’t usually enjoy historical thrillers but admit to being totally captivated by Ken Follett’s A Dangerous Fortune.”—Chicago Tribune “Highly entertaining . . . 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. . It struck me as terrifically dramatic and it became the central scene of the book. We've all experienced love in all its ways which is why everyone can and will relate. A young student drowns  in a mysterious accident involving a small circle  of boys. "Follett [builds] to a dramatic climax with the same masterful control that guided Eye of the Needle and The Pillars of the Earth." Do you believe that this item violates a copyright? --, gedy strikes at the  exclusive Windfield School. But a crime had been committed. 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 There was a problem loading your book clubs. 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. . For my reading pleasure, the book was a bit long. His death and its aftermath will have repercussions for decades to come . "Gripping, complex plot . Kept my attention throughout. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. 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. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. this story of greed and retribution should win Follett new fans.” —Publishers Weekly 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. 9 people found this helpful. "Political and amorous intrigues, cold-blooded murders and financial crises...old-fashioned entertainment!" 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. 2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing. Not even worth what I paid. (BOM ??) Bound in the burgundy cloth covered boards. The story begins with a bunch of schoolboys disobeying the rules and going for a swim at the quarry pool. 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. 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. The story is set against the backdrop of collapse of a bank in 1866. 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 . "Political and amorous intrigues, cold-blooded murders and financial crises...old-fashioned entertainment!" It intrigued me that this smug group of wealthy Victorian grandees should suddenly realise that all their money had gone. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. A DANGEROUS FORTUNE. 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. 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. He lives in England. A Dangerous Fortune is a novel written by British author Ken Follett in 1993. 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. All of it. First edition.Thick octavo. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. I am glad that I only paid 99p for this. . "Breathlessly plotted. 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. sexual intrigue. . -- Lexington Herald-Leader. old-fashioned entertainment.” - San Francisco Chronicle, “Breathlessly plotted . This has to be one of Follett's greater novels and that, in itself, is significant. 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. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. 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. This is a novel worth reading every word. --This text refers to the cassette edition. 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