A Dangerous Fortune

Condition: BRAND NEW ISBN: 9780440217497 Author(s): Ken Follett Format: Paperback Language: English Year: 1994 Publisher: Random House USA Inc Pages: 576 Series: Island Books

Description: A breathtaking thriller featuring 'political and amorous intrigues, cold-blooded murder, and financial crises' (San Francisco Chronicle), from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Column of FireIn 1866, tragedy strikes the exclusive Windfield School when a young student drowns in a mysterious accident. His death and its aftermath initiate a spiraling circle of treachery that will span three decades and entwine many lives. A‚  From the exclusive menA?s clubs and brothels that cater to every dark desire of LondonA?s upper class to the dazzling ballrooms and mahogany-paneled suites of the manipulators of the worldA?s wealth, one family is splintered by a shared legacy. But greed, fed by the shocking truth of a boyA?s death, must be stopped, or the dreams of a nation will die. A‚ Praise for A Dangerous FortuneA‚ A?A terrific page-turner.A?A?Los Angeles Times A?Political and amorous intrigues, cold-blooded murder, and financial crises . . . old-fashioned entertainment.A?A?San Francisco Chronicle A‚  A?Breathlessly plotted . . . relentlessly suspenseful.A?A?The New York Times A‚  A?Gripping, complex plot . . . sexual intrigue . . . fascinating characters . . . You wonA?t be able to put down this exciting page-turner.A?A?Lexington Herald-Leader A?Follett [builds] to a dramatic climax with the same masterful control that guided Eye of the Needle and The Pillars of the Earth.A?A?Playboy A?I donA?t usually enjoy historical thrillers but admit to being totally captivated by Ken FollettA?s A Dangerous Fortune.A?A?Chicago Tribune A?Highly entertaining . . . FollettA?s characters are drawn with broad, realistic strokes . . . this story of greed and retribution should win Follett new fans.A?A?Publishers WeeklyA‚  A?Rich, complex, thrilling, suspenseful, well plotted . . . A Dangerous For