--- product_id: 62484663 title: "A Dangerous Fortune: An Epic Work of Historical Fiction from the Bestselling Author of the Kingsbridge Series" price: "12793CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/62484663-a-dangerous-fortune-an-epic-work-of-historical-fiction-from store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # A Dangerous Fortune: An Epic Work of Historical Fiction from the Bestselling Author of the Kingsbridge Series **Price:** 12793CFA **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** A Dangerous Fortune: An Epic Work of Historical Fiction from the Bestselling Author of the Kingsbridge Series - **How much does it cost?** 12793CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/62484663-a-dangerous-fortune-an-epic-work-of-historical-fiction-from) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description By the 1860s, the Pilasters are one of the world's greatest banking families, with connections that reach from the City of London to far-afield colonies. However, as the family grow ever richer in the shadow of oppression and tragedy, their very future is threatened - by the self-same ambition and greed that first earned them their fortune. 'A full-blooded melodrama, complete with moustache-twirling villains, saintly heroes, wronged women, and a lot of plot' Irish Times 'Banks, brothels, and a high body count ...it's all there' Financial Times 'A compulsively readable, enjoyable thriller-cum-saga' Sunday Times Review: Great read. - My husband's favourite author. Gripping, fast moving story. Well written, great read. Will buy his books again. Review: The Pilasters of the Earth - "A Dangerous Fortune" is a story about the Pilasters, a large wealthy banking family, spanning three decades in the late 19th century. Hugh Pilaster is an honest bright young man who is the black sheep of the family due to his late father actions, who left him and his mother penniless. He has to work his way up in the family banking business, proving his worth over and over. Hugh's cousin Edward couldn't be more different: he is a dumb brute, spoiled by his mother Augusta. Augusta is an ambitious woman that dominates the entire family using her social skills, with one purpose alone: reaching social glorification through her husband and son. She will step over anyone who might jeopardize her plans, with the help of Edward's best friend, the attractive and unscrupulous Micky Miranda. This is a typical Ken Follett story, and you will find a lot of elements similar to other books such as "The Pillars of the Earth". The honorable heroes have to overcome countless difficulties caused by the scheming villains who plot their way up socially and professionally, sparing no means such as gossip, physical aggression, blackmail, murder or even civil wars. All this wrapped up in a high-paced fun story. Being written in the 1990's, it's curious that some of the events related to the 19th century banking business fit like a glove to the global banking crisis we live today. +: Light fun read, even though the book is 600 pages long -: The characters are completely black and white, without any development what-so-ever; the holiest of the saints wouldn't react to adversity as gracefully as Hugh Pilaster =: If you liked "The Pillars of the Earth" you'll certainly enjoy this ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 836,666 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 328 in Historical Thrillers (Books) 412 in Family Sagas 1,278 in Crime, Thriller & Mystery Adventures | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 41,038 Reviews | ## Images ![A Dangerous Fortune: An Epic Work of Historical Fiction from the Bestselling Author of the Kingsbridge Series - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81JnQ7dlVNL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great read. *by M***E on 3 January 2026* My husband's favourite author. Gripping, fast moving story. Well written, great read. Will buy his books again. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Pilasters of the Earth *by M***M on 27 July 2012* "A Dangerous Fortune" is a story about the Pilasters, a large wealthy banking family, spanning three decades in the late 19th century. Hugh Pilaster is an honest bright young man who is the black sheep of the family due to his late father actions, who left him and his mother penniless. He has to work his way up in the family banking business, proving his worth over and over. Hugh's cousin Edward couldn't be more different: he is a dumb brute, spoiled by his mother Augusta. Augusta is an ambitious woman that dominates the entire family using her social skills, with one purpose alone: reaching social glorification through her husband and son. She will step over anyone who might jeopardize her plans, with the help of Edward's best friend, the attractive and unscrupulous Micky Miranda. This is a typical Ken Follett story, and you will find a lot of elements similar to other books such as "The Pillars of the Earth". The honorable heroes have to overcome countless difficulties caused by the scheming villains who plot their way up socially and professionally, sparing no means such as gossip, physical aggression, blackmail, murder or even civil wars. All this wrapped up in a high-paced fun story. Being written in the 1990's, it's curious that some of the events related to the 19th century banking business fit like a glove to the global banking crisis we live today. +: Light fun read, even though the book is 600 pages long -: The characters are completely black and white, without any development what-so-ever; the holiest of the saints wouldn't react to adversity as gracefully as Hugh Pilaster =: If you liked "The Pillars of the Earth" you'll certainly enjoy this ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Dangerous Fortune. *by J***S on 16 January 2025* This is a thrilling historical saga. As a retired banker I found this very entertaining. It is story about greed, evil and scheming individuals but it is also about integrity and honesty. Brilliantly written. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/62484663-a-dangerous-fortune-an-epic-work-of-historical-fiction-from](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/62484663-a-dangerous-fortune-an-epic-work-of-historical-fiction-from) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-06-19*