Traitor's Gate - Softcover

Michael Ridpath spent eight years as a bond trader in the City before giving up his job to write full-time. He lives in north London with his wife and three children. Visit his website at www.michaelridpath.com.

'A persuasive period-set novel that boasts all the intellectual rigour and sheer storytelling nous that distinguishes Michael Ridpath's best work' Good Book Guide. 'Ridpath's novel carries all the hallmarks of his previous books, with the tension building ever-tighter' Daily Mail. 'A Frederick Forsyth of our time' John Lawton. 'A fascinating story, compellingly told' Simon Brett. 'It takes rare skill to inject so much suspense into a story with an outcome we thought we knew, but Ridpath's mix of wonderfully skilled plotting, fast paced narrative and atmospheric period detail combine to make this a compelling and hugely satisfying read' Chris Ewan. 'Brilliant ... the writing is typical top-calibre Ridpath, the pace relentless, the research impeccable, the characters compelling and beautifully crafted. Every page is a gem' Craig Russell.