A Dangerous Fortune

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.From the exclusive men s clubs and brothels that cater to every dark desire of London s upper class to the dazzling ballrooms and mahogany-paneled suites of the manipulators of the world s wealth, one family is splintered by a shared legacy. But greed, fed by the shocking truth of a boy s death, must be stopped, or the dreams of a nation will die.Praise for A Dangerous FortuneA terrific page-turner. Los Angeles Times Political and amorous intrigues, cold-blooded murder, and financial crises . . . old-fashioned entertainment. San Francisco ChronicleBreathlessly plotted . . . relentlessly suspenseful. The New York TimesGripping, complex plot . . . sexual intrigue . . . fascinating characters . . . You won t be able to put down this exciting page-turner. Lexington Herald-LeaderFollett [builds] to a dramatic climax with the same masterful control that guided Eye of the Needle and The Pillars of the Earth. PlayboyI don t usually enjoy historical thrillers but admit to being totally captivated by Ken Follett s A Dangerous Fortune. Chicago Tribune Highly entertaining . . . Follett s characters are drawn with broad, realistic strokes . . . this story of greed and retribution should win Follett new fans. Publishers Weekly Rich, complex, thrilling, suspenseful, well plotted . . . A Dangerous Fortune is dangerous reading. You won t be able to put it down. Authors and Critics