Ken Follett
They should read Ken Follett's 'Never' to immerse themselves in a thriller that explores at a dizzying pace how a complex web of logical decisions could trigger an unprecedented global catastrophe.
Ken Follett marks his anticipated return to the thriller genre with a dizzying novel titled Never, which dares to imagine the unimaginable: the complex web of events that could push the world into an unprecedented global catastrophe. The plot unfolds on multiple interconnected fronts. In the vast and dangerous expanses of the Sahara Desert, two experienced intelligence agents embark on a high-stakes mission to track a formidable terrorist group. Their search not only endangers their own lives in the heart of a conflict zone, but the unexpected and intense romantic connection that arises between them threatens to destroy their promising professional careers and compromise the delicate operation they are leading. Simultaneously, in China, an influential and ambitious high-ranking government official finds himself embroiled in a fierce internal political battle against the intransigent and outdated hardline hawks of the Communist Party. These extremists seek to impose a nationalist agenda that could destabilize the region and push the Asian giant to a point of no return in its already tense international relations. Meanwhile, in the United States, the president faces an imminent global crisis of catastrophic proportions, while also having to deal with the constant siege and fierce opposition from her relentless internal political rivals. Despite the pressures, she is resolved to do everything in her power to prevent the outbreak of an unnecessary war that would have devastating consequences worldwide. However, as an initial act of aggression triggers a series of responses and countermeasures, and the most powerful nations on the planet become trapped in a complex and seemingly unbreakable web of strategic alliances and geopolitical commitments, the situation escalates out of control. A frantic race against time then begins, where humanity wonders if anyone, even with the best intentions and most exceptional skills, will be able to stop the inevitable and avoid a conflict on a global scale. Never presents itself as an extraordinary and far-reaching thriller, populated by brave heroines and calculating villains, false prophets who sow discord, elite agents with secret missions, politicians disillusioned with the system, and cynical revolutionaries seeking a new order. Through this intense and fast-paced story, Follett sends a powerful warning message for our times, transporting readers directly to the edge of the abyss of a possible world war. Ken Follett himself has shared the profound inspiration behind this work: "When I was doing research for Fall of Giants, I was struck by the realization that the First World War was a war no one wanted. No European leader on either side intended it to happen. But, one by one, emperors and prime ministers made decisions - logical and moderate decisions - that brought us one step closer to the most terrible conflict the world has known. I came to believe it was all a tragic accident. And I wondered: could it happen again?" This personal reflection underscores the backdrop of plausible realism that permeates every page of Never. Critics have unanimously praised the work. Stephen King stated: "Never is Ken Follett's best book. It's terrifying. I challenge anyone to abandon it after reading the first 150 pages." Jacinto Antón of El País called it "A brutal thriller. Pure Ken Follett." Pepa Fernández on RNE assured: "You cannot miss Never. You will have a terribly good time." Sergio Vila-Sanjuán of La Vanguardia considered it "One of the best spy novels I've read in quite some time." Javier del Pino of Cadena SER highlighted that "Follett has one of the most brilliant and overflowing imaginations in contemporary literature." El Mundo described it as "An addictive political thriller that is already shaping up to be another global bestseller." The Washington Post found it "Urgent and fiercely compelling." Daily Express celebrated it as "A dazzling thriller and one of the most exciting reads of the year." The Sunday Times stated that, due to its scale and research, "Never makes other international spy books seem meek, lazy and provincial." CNN.com invited: "Prepare for an electrifying experience." Booklist called it "Absolutely fascinating... A smart, terrifying, and very plausible thriller." Publishers Weekly considered it "Fantastic... A towering, powerful demonstration by one of the genre's best writers." Regarding the author, The Washington Post has stated: "Follett is a master." Juan Gómez Jurado in ABC added: "I am still as amazed as ever by Follett's ability to entertain. His plots always work and keep you glued to every page."
Authors: Ken Follett
Publication date: 11-11-2021
Language: es
Pages: 974
Rating: 5 / 5
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Ken Follett was born in Cardiff, Wales, on June 5, 1949. He studied philosophy at University College London. After his graduation, he worked as a journalist. His first successful novel was "The Key to Rebecca" (1980). He achieved worldwide fame with the historical novel "The Pillars of the Earth" (1989), which was followed by other works such as "World Without End", "A Column of Fire", and "The Evening and the Morning", all set in the same historical universe. He is known for his thrillers and historical novels, characterized by extensive research and suspenseful plots.
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