Place Freedom/Modigliani Scandal

Frontier Bonds and Unyielding Hope

In A Place Called Freedom, Ken Follett transports us to the coalfields of 18th-century Scotland, where Mack McAsh—born into a life of servitude—is determined to taste liberty. His daring escape to London brings him face-to-face with Lizzie Hallim, a highborn rebel trapped by society’s rigid rules. From the teeming docks of the Thames to the brutal holds of a Virginia slave ship, their journey unfolds as a vibrant tapestry of rebellion, love, and the unbreakable human spirit. Together, Mack and Lizzie defy empires and personal demons alike, forging a new destiny on both sides of the Atlantic.

A Masterpiece’s Dangerous Chase

In The Modigliani Scandal, Follett delivers a globe-trotting thriller set against the glittering art world of Europe. When art historian Dee Sleign learns of a lost Modigliani masterpiece, she ignites a high-stakes hunt that sweeps from London’s grand galleries to the sunlit villas of Tuscany. Alongside her, Peter Usher—a struggling artist bent on revenge—navigates a treacherous labyrinth of forgers, black-market dealers, and corrupt collectors. With every coded ledger and forged signature, the line between passion and obsession blurs, leading to a climactic showdown where priceless beauty and human greed collide.

Two Epic Journeys, One Unforgettable Volume

Bound together in this omnibus edition, these two novels reveal Follett’s gift for weaving extraordinary tales of resilience—whether fighting for personal freedom or racing to reclaim a work of art. Themes of pursuit, sacrifice, and redemption echo across centuries and continents, inviting readers to witness the triumphs and tragedies that define us. From Mack’s quest for liberty to Dee’s hunt for truth, A Place Called Freedom / The Modigliani Scandal offers a richly varied reading experience that underscores the power of hope, ingenuity, and unyielding courage in the face of overwhelming odds.

. Ken Follett is a bestselling British author acclaimed for his sweeping historical sagas, masterful thrillers, and richly drawn characters whose narratives illuminate the struggle for freedom, justice, and redemption across time and place.