Set in 14th-century Kingsbridge, two centuries after the events of The Pillars of the Earth, Ken Follett's World Without End introduces four children who witness a secret killing in 1327. As they grow into adulthood, their lives become deeply intertwined by ambition, love, and revenge, playing out against a backdrop of devastating historical change, including famine, plague, and relentless war in medieval England.
Why You Should Read?
- Immerse yourself in the vivid historical tapestry of 14th-century medieval Europe, from societal structures to daily life.
- Follow a compelling cast of characters whose destinies are shaped by power, corruption, and the fight for progress.
- Experience a sweeping epic that explores the impact of the Black Death, the Hundred Years' War, and religious defiance on a community.
- A powerful, standalone sequel to The Pillars of the Earth, continuing the beloved Kingsbridge saga.