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A Dangerous Fortune
Ken Follett

A Dangerous Fortune

Quick Answer

Read "A Dangerous Fortune" as the 18th book in the Standalone Novels sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "Kill And Tell" (Book 17)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: As the 18th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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An unforgivable tragedy at an exclusive English boarding school leads to decades of secrets, blackmail, and financial ruin across a banking dynasty.
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Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

Order Confidence

high Confidence

Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Standalone Novels conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading A Dangerous Fortune?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read A Dangerous Fortune before Kill And Tell?

No. We recommend reading Kill And Tell first. A Dangerous Fortune is the 18th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is A Dangerous Fortune required reading for the Standalone Novels?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after A Dangerous Fortune in the reading order?

The next recommended book after A Dangerous Fortune is The Boy From The Woods (Book #18).