Ken Follett

Pillars of the Earth

Ken Follett

An epic historical novel set in 12th-century England, focusing on the construction of a cathedral. The story follows the lives of several characters during a tumultuous period of medieval history. It explores themes of ambition, power, and architectural achievement. The narrative weaves together personal struggles with broader historical events. Follett's meticulous research brings the medieval world to life with rich detail and compelling characters.

The Pillars of the Earth

Ken Follett

A masterful historical novel about medieval cathedral building. Set in 12th-century England, it explores the complex social and political landscape of the time. The story centers on the construction of a magnificent cathedral and the lives intertwined with its creation. Characters face challenges of power, love, and survival in a turbulent historical period. Follett's detailed research and compelling storytelling bring the medieval world to vivid life.

Fall of Giants

Ken Follett

First book in the Century Trilogy, spanning World War I and its global impact. The novel follows five families from different countries and social backgrounds. It provides a sweeping view of historical events through personal stories. Characters navigate love, war, and social change across multiple continents. Follett's signature style of blending historical facts with personal narratives is prominently displayed.

World Without End

Ken Follett

A sequel to Pillars of the Earth, set in the same medieval town of Kingsbridge. The novel explores 14th-century life during the Black Death and the Hundred Years' War. Characters navigate complex social structures, personal ambitions, and historical challenges. Follett continues his tradition of detailed historical fiction with rich character development. The story provides insight into medieval society's struggles and transformations.

Winter of the World

Ken Follett

Second book in the Century Trilogy, focusing on World War II. The novel follows multiple families through the global conflict. Follett provides a sweeping view of historical events through personal stories. Characters experience the war from different perspectives and countries. The narrative explores themes of courage, survival, and social change.

Eye of the Needle

Ken Follett

A World War II espionage thriller about a German spy in Britain. The novel combines historical accuracy with intense personal drama. A skilled German spy attempts to gather crucial intelligence that could change the war's outcome. The story explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and personal sacrifice. Follett's precise storytelling and historical detail create a gripping narrative.

Edge of Eternity

Ken Follett

The final book in the Century Trilogy, covering the Cold War era. Multiple families from different countries experience historical events firsthand. The novel explores social and political changes of the mid-20th century. Follett weaves personal stories with broader historical narratives. Characters navigate complex social and political landscapes.

A Column of Fire

Ken Follett

Third book in the Kingsbridge series, set during the religious conflicts of the 16th century. The novel explores themes of religious tolerance and political intrigue. Characters navigate the complex landscape of Reformation-era Europe. Follett provides a detailed historical backdrop to personal stories. The narrative explores conflicts between different religious and political factions.

A Dangerous Fortune

Ken Follett

A historical novel set in the late 19th-century banking world of London. The story follows the Pilaster family through financial intrigue and personal conflicts. Characters navigate complex social and economic landscapes of Victorian England. Follett explores themes of ambition, power, and family dynamics. The novel provides a detailed look at the financial world of the era.

The Key to Rebecca

Ken Follett

A World War II espionage thriller set in Egypt. The novel follows a German spy attempting to gather crucial intelligence. Follett explores themes of war, espionage, and personal survival. The story provides a detailed look at the North African campaign. Characters navigate complex moral and personal challenges in a high-stakes environment.

Code to Zero

Ken Follett

A Cold War thriller about space race espionage. The protagonist struggles with memory loss while uncovering a complex conspiracy. Set against the backdrop of 1950s scientific competition, the novel explores themes of identity and national security. Follett blends historical fact with compelling fictional narrative. The story provides insight into the tensions of the Cold War era.

Hornet Flight

Ken Follett

A World War II thriller about Danish resistance fighters. Young characters become involved in a dangerous mission against Nazi occupation. The novel explores themes of courage, resistance, and personal sacrifice. Follett provides a detailed historical backdrop to the personal story. Characters navigate complex moral challenges during wartime.

Night Over Water

Ken Follett

A historical novel set on a transatlantic flight at the beginning of World War II. Diverse characters from different backgrounds are brought together on a single journey. The story explores personal tensions and historical context of the era. Follett creates a microcosm of society through the passengers' interactions. The novel combines historical detail with personal drama.

The Man from St. Petersburg

Ken Follett

A historical thriller set on the eve of World War I. The novel explores political intrigue and personal motivations. A Russian anarchist becomes involved in a complex plot in London. Follett provides a detailed look at the political tensions of the era. Characters navigate dangerous political and personal landscapes.