A Column of Fire

In A Column of Fire, Ken Follett explores the tumultuous world of religious conflict, tyranny, and espionage in 16th century Europe. As Ned Willard and Margery Fitzgerald find themselves on opposing sides of the religious divide tearing apart England, Ned goes to work for Princess Elizabeth and eventually her reign as queen sets off a chain of events that tests the loyalty, friendship, and love of those around her. Follett's epic work shows how extremism can spark violence during turbulent times and how those who fight for compromise and tolerance may be the only safeguard against tyranny.