Ken Follett: Complete List of his Standalone Novels

Amok

pub 1976

Synopsis

In tropical Africa, a biologist, a film producer, and a production assistant uncover a terrifying legend of a rampaging giant beast leaving a trail of destruction. As they follow the deadly path, the assistant is offered as a live sacrifice to the creature, setting the stage for a gripping struggle between survival, fear, and the unknown.

Note:
published under the name of Bernard L. Ross

The Modigliani Scandal

MBR: ⭐⭐⭐

pub 1976

Synopsis

struggling artist Peter Usher becomes entangled in a race to uncover the truth behind a missing masterpiece by the legendary Modigliani. As rumors spiral into a web of intrigue, Peter faces shadowy figures and a dangerous art-world scam. In this thrilling tale, the line between genius and deception blurs, with stakes as high as life itself.

The Mystery Hideout

pub 1976

Synopsis

Mick and Izzy uncover a stash of weapons and overhear a gang plotting a major heist. Their discovery takes a dangerous turn when Izzy is kidnapped, leaving Mick racing against time to unravel the mystery and save his friend in this fast-paced, suspenseful adventure.

Note:

Young Adult novel

The Power Twins

pub 1976

Synopsis

In The Power Twins by Ken Follett, siblings Fritz and Helen’s vacation takes a bizarre turn when they wake up aboard a spaceship, speaking an alien language and discovering hidden powers. Thrust into an intergalactic conflict, they must harness their newfound abilities to stop a battle in outer space and save the universe.

Note:
Young Adult Novel

Paper Money

MBR: ⭐⭐⭐

pub 1977

Synopsis

A a politician, a criminal, and a tycoon find their lives entangled in a single day of chaos. Amid attempted suicide, hijacking, and a corporate takeover, reporters from the Evening Post uncover a web of deceit. As connections between a struggling Jamaican bank, a mysterious Rolls-Royce, and gunshot wounds emerge, secrets about the power of money unravel.

Capricorn One

pub 1978

Synopsis

NASA’s first manned mission to Mars faces a catastrophic failure. To avoid public disgrace, they stage the Mars landing on an Arizona film set. But when the capsule burns up on re-entry, the astronauts, presumed dead, become liabilities. Now, the agency is determined to silence them, setting off a deadly race for survival.

Note:
published under the name of Bernard L. Ross

Eye of a Needle

MBR: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

pub 1978

Synopsis

a deadly Nazi spy known as “The Needle” uncovers the Allies’ pivotal secret during World War II. Ruthless and brilliant, he must deliver the information to ensure a Nazi victory. On a remote island, his path collides with a lonely Englishwoman who finds herself drawn to him, unaware of his true identity—until the stakes become life or death.

Note:
Also published as Storm Island

Triple

MBR: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

pub 1979

Synopsis

Mossad’s top agent is tasked with a daring mission to outmaneuver Egypt in the nuclear arms race by stealing 200 tons of uranium. With the Mossad, KGB, Egyptian forces, and Fedayeen terrorists in a deadly conflict, the stakes are global, and the cost of failure is catastrophic—a nuclear holocaust looms in this gripping espionage thriller.

Key to Rebecca

pub 1980

Synopsis

a ruthless Nazi agent aims to help Rommel’s forces capture Cairo by transmitting vital secrets. Only two people stand in his way: a discredited English officer and a vulnerable young Jewish girl. As the stakes rise, they must outwit the Nazi mastermind to prevent the city’s fall.

The Man from
St Petersburg

pub 1982

Synopsis

a Russian anarchist named Feliks arrives in London with plans to commit a murder that could alter history. Amid rising tensions before World War I, Britain seeks an alliance with Russia. The fate of Europe hinges on secret negotiations, and as political intrigue deepens, family secrets and betrayal come to light, leading to a dramatic confrontation.

Lie Down With
Lions

pub 1986

Synopsis

Ellis, an American, and Jean-Pierre, a Frenchman, are caught on opposite sides of the Cold War. A woman torn between them becomes entangled in a web of passion and deception. Their journey takes them from terrorist attacks in Paris to the turmoil of Afghanistan, culminating in a life-or-death decision that will change everything.

Night Over
Water

pub 1991

Synopsis

September 1939, as England is at war with Nazi Germany. The luxurious Pan Am clipper departs Southampton for neutral America, carrying a mix of society’s elite and unsavory characters, each with their own reasons for fleeing the war. Unbeknownst to them, danger lurks as they journey into a storm of intrigue, betrayal, and violence.

A Dangerous
Fortune

pub 1993

Synopsis

A Dangerous Fortune by Ken Follett begins with a tragic drowning at the prestigious Windfield School in 1866. This event sets off a chain of treachery that will span three decades, entangling many lives. From the dark corners of London’s elite society to the world of wealth manipulation, the novel follows a family torn apart by greed and lust, all linked to the secret of the boy’s death. As the story unfolds, the truth threatens not just personal ambitions but the future of an entire nation.

A Place Called
Freedom

pub 1995

Synopsis

21-year-old Mack McAsh, a coal miner in 18th-century Scotland, as he seeks escape from a life of misery. With the help of the beautiful and highborn Lizzie Hallim, who is trapped in her own way, Mack dreams of freedom. From the streets of London to a Virginia plantation, their journey weaves through revolution and rebellion, bringing together a diverse cast of characters, all driven by a quest for liberty that will change their lives forever.

The Third
Twin

MBR: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

pub 1996

Synopsis

The Third Twin by Ken Follett follows genetic researcher Jeanie Ferrami, who discovers identical twins born to different mothers using a restricted FBI database. Determined to uncover the truth, she becomes embroiled in a scandal that threatens her career. As she digs deeper, Jeanie uncovers a dangerous conspiracy involving genetic experiments and powerful men willing to kill to protect their secrets.

The Hammer of Eden

pub 1998

Synopsis

FBI agent Judy Maddox as she investigates a terrorist group claiming they can trigger earthquakes. Tasked with uncovering the truth, Maddox faces resistance from her superiors while racing against time. As a suspicious tremor is detected, she must find the group’s next target before they cause a catastrophe on the West Coast of America.

Code to Zero

pub 2000

Synopsis

Luke Lucas, who wakes up with no memory, unsure of his identity. As he uncovers his past, he learns that his fate is linked to a crucial satellite launch in 1958, part of the space race between America and the Soviet Union. Amidst Cold War tensions, he discovers hidden truths about his life, involving betrayal, deceit, and a powerful conspiracy.

Jackdaws

pub 2001

Synopsis

During World War II, focusing on Felicity “Flick” Clairet, a senior agent in the Special Operations Executive (SOE) tasked with sabotaging German communications ahead of D-Day. After a failed mission, Flick is given one last chance to take down a key target: the largest telephone exchange in Europe. She must assemble an all-woman team, the Jackdaws, to infiltrate the heavily guarded site. As tensions rise, Flick uncovers secrets that challenge her trust, and the stakes become higher than ever.

Hornet Flight

pub 2002

Synopsis

Set in the early days of World War II. In June 1941, eighteen-year-old Harald Olufsen discovers a secret on the German-occupied Danish island of Sande that could change the war’s outcome. With no means of communication, Harald must rely on an old, derelict Hornet Moth biplane to get the information to England—if he can manage to fly it.

Whiteout

pub 2004

Synopsis

Set on Christmas Eve, when a blizzard traps several people at a remote estate in Scotland. Stanley Oxenford, a pharmaceutical executive, has a vital drug he’s developing to combat a deadly virus. As his family vies for his wealth and a disgraced former cop is assigned to protect the drug, a gang plots to steal it. With the storm outside and the virus threatening, danger looms inside the house as well.

Never

MBR: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

pub 2021

Synopsis

Is a multiple storylines set in various parts of the world. In the Sahara, two intelligence agents pursue a dangerous drug cartel while navigating a perilous romance. Meanwhile, a young widow fights against human traffickers, a Chinese official battles internal politics, and the first female U.S. president, Pauline Green, strives to prevent war amidst terrorism and political intrigue. As tensions rise globally, the characters are drawn into a complex web of alliances, where one wrong move could lead to catastrophic consequences.

Circle Days

pub exp 2025

Synopsis

Circle of Days by Ken Follett is set in prehistoric times, following Seft, a talented flint miner, and his love for Neen, a girl from a prosperous herder family. Seft’s journey leads him to join Neen’s sister, Joia, a visionary priestess who dreams of building a monumental stone circle. As drought and violence divide the tribes, their shared ambition to construct the monument faces growing challenges, unraveling mysteries that could define a civilization.

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Expected publication September 23, 2025