“Ken Follett has done it once more . . . goes down with the ease and impact of a well-prepared martini.” —New York Times Book ReviewHis name was Feliks. He came to London to commit a murder that would change history. A master manipulator, he had many weapons at his command, but against him were ranged the whole of the English police, a brilliant and powerful lord, and the young Winston Churchill … young Winston Churchill himself. These odds would have stopped any man in the world—except the man from St. Petersburg.
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If you’re a Follett fan, here’s another one to read!
It’s the eve of World War One in England, and Lord Stephen Walden is hosting the Czar’s nephew, Prince Alexei, as Russia and England attempt secret talks to prevent the inevitable conflict. Felix, a Russian anarchist, has learned of these plans and vows to assassinate the prince to prevent the alliance between the countries. As the story progresses, the connections between Felix and the Waldens come to light, and decisions become more complicated to make by all of the characters.
This is definitely a page-turner of a thriller, delving into the worlds of not only English high society, but exploring the struggles of suffrage and poverty in both England and Russia. The well-written sense of suspense will propel you forward to the very last page!
Ken Follett is one of my favorite writers. He always tells a terrific tale with well developed characters and a believable story line. This particular book is one that I have read twice, once several years ago and again this year. When I finish a book, I always ask myself if I would read it again. It’s a great read,I highly recommend it.
I couldn’t help but love his attitude. No matter what, he would still find things to feel good about. It’s different and it has a unforeseen ending. I still found that I had questions, and that’s good for a book to leave you thinking of it.
Another winner from Follett, who knows how to write exceptional page turners!
Oh what a wicked web we weave, when we practice to deceive…
Russia, high society, Churchill, Germany, power, war, love and lies. Different to Folletts Pillars of the Earth books, but still excellent. With a small cast, it was easy to keep track of the players and the lies they wove. A fascinating peek into life pre WW1 and the work of the suffragettes and anarchists trying to topple the establishment. Follett makes it easy to feel sympathy for the evil Russian assassin as well as cheering on the hard working detectives from Scotland Yard.
I enjoyed the story.
A quick read, not as in depth or full of characters like Pillars of the Earth.
More romantic with many twists to the end. I enjoyed it.
Early Follett was spellbinding! Excellent!
My experience is that you can’t go wrong with this writer.
Ken Follett does not write a bad book. He is one of my favorite authors. I read all of his books when they first came out and am now re-buying them on Kindle. Rereading his books is like visiting with an favorite friend from one’s past.
a great read with lots of twists and turns
Not bad, but compared to other Follett novels I’ve read (The Key to Rebecca; Eye of the Needle) this book was a bit tame. Again, not bad but a weaker novel than his others. And maybe a little melodramatic in some scenes?
I enjoyed this book, kind of story you immerse yourself in. Love Mr. Follet!
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Another great book from Ken Follett, full of historical details, romance, and action. I felt that it ended rather abruptly—things could have been tied up a little more neatly.
Ken Follet is one of the best authors ever. Start reading as soon as you wake up and clear you schedule because you will not be able to put it down.
Predictable ending but usual good character development and writing style.
As is usual with Ken Follett’s books, there was a lot to think about. The writing is simple, but keeps you interested. I wasn’t thrilled with the main character’s obsessive nature, but it was something that kept the story moving forward and led to discoveries that, while not completely unpredictable, were not at first evident. It gave me a deeper understanding of an era and the forces driving it. Well done!
Never pas up a Ken Fillett book!
This is on of Ken Follett’s best. He is a master story teller.
Enjoyable read, there are times when the author moves to the past to clarify the present relationships. Historical fiction or not?