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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING author Jeffrey Archer-returns with a powerful tale of twins separated by fate and reunited by destiny.

In Hartford, Connecticut, in the late 1940s, a set of twins is parted at birth-not by accident. Nat Cartwright goes home with his parents, a schoolteacher and an insurance salesman, while his twin brother begins his days as Fletcher Davenport, son of a millionaire and his society wife.

During the 1950s and 1960s, the two brothers grow up apart, following similar paths that take them in different directions. Nat leaves college at the University of Connecticut to serve in Vietnam, then finishes school, earns his MBA, and becomes a successful currency dealer. Fletcher, meanwhile, graduates from Yale University with a bachelor's and a law degree, going on to distinguish himself as a criminal defense lawyer.

At various times in their lives, both men are confronted with challenges and obstacles, tragedy and betrayal, loss and hardship, before they both decide to run for governor, unaware they are brothers....

In the tradition of Jeffrey Archer's most popular books, Sons of Fortune is as much a chronicle of a nation in transition as it is the story of the making of these two men -and how they eventually discover the truth-and its tragic consequences.

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"I loved this book right from the beginning.... I really liked its main plot line.... two twins seperated at birth and though one hears about the other often.. they never knew what was in store for them.. Jeffrey Archer lived up to his name.... "

— Pranu (4 out of 5 stars)

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  • “One of the top ten storytellers in the world.

    — Los Angeles Times
  • Archer is a master entertainer.

    — Time
  • Archer plots with skill, and keeps you turning the pages.

    — The Boston Globe
  • Cunning plots, silken style . . . Archer plays a cat-and-mouse game with the reader.

    — The New York Times

Sons of Fortune Listener Reviews

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  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Good read. Enjoy his writing "

    — Judie, 2/18/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " One of the best books i have ever read, the plot is binding and u feel attached to the characters, but felt author has done injustice to Nat. "

    — Nupur, 2/17/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This is probably my favorite of Jeffrey Archer's books. I have read almost all of his books. He's a great story-teller who loves to weave a good tale. "

    — Rene, 2/13/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " As any of his books is really good !! "

    — J, 2/11/2014
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    " A great book by the story teller himself. Loved how 2 brothers rose to Power and became great men for the Nation. A must read for any Jeffrey Archer fan. :) "

    — Andronicus, 2/7/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I really like Jeffrey Archer's books. They are always an interesting and quick read. This one was a pretty decent book, however I liked other things he wrote better, but nonetheless, I would definitely recommend. "

    — Shoshana, 2/5/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " As always, Jeffrey Archer did not disappoint with Sons of Fortune. "

    — Zralte, 2/1/2014
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    " Based on a spur of the moment decision that changes the lives of.... "

    — Sarah, 1/31/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This is like one big soap opera! So good with lots of twists and turns. "

    — Laura, 1/20/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Not the best work by Jeffrey Archer, but definitely a good read. "

    — Hye, 1/18/2014
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " Yuck. Only made it through this because I'm stuck on the couch sick. Horrible. Won't read Archer again. "

    — Ogross, 1/4/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Interesting but a little predictable. "

    — Kathy, 12/8/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I'd really like to give this book 3.5 stars. It's a good book, with an interesting story, but not as good as Archers Prisoner of Birth. It was a casual read until you get close to the end, then it becomes much more gripping. All in all, I think I'd recommend it. "

    — Jennifer, 12/2/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Loved it - as always Jeffrey Archer draws you into a great story. "

    — Arlene, 10/19/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Had the makings of a great story (twins separated at birth) but it was 200 pages too long and although the last 100 pages (I skipped a lot) was intense I couldn't give it more than 2 stars. "

    — Kitty, 12/31/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Easy flowing style and interesting plot to keep you going! "

    — Sharon, 12/21/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Buku2 Mr.Archer sudah lama saya baca,temanya mirip2,biasanya tentang 2 orang yang kontras,mereka bisa bersahabat bisa juga bermusuhan. "

    — Arief, 11/21/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Great book! Keeps you intersested till the end! "

    — Romit, 8/15/2012
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    " Excellent charaters and easy to follow "

    — Sandy, 4/26/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " What can I say?.... another good read by one of the best story tellers -- Jeffrey Archer. I'd certainly recommend to others to read :) "

    — Cindy, 2/19/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Very good book. Jeffrey Archer wrote an engaging story about twin brothers separted soon after birth and meeting after decades when one is accussed of high-profile murder and second becomes his lawyer. "

    — Anna, 12/25/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Loved this story of two brothers , brought up separately Their lives, success and hardships "

    — Mj, 8/20/2011
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Very stiff and dry. The story of twins parted at birth and then finding out late in life was ok, but a lot of the plot twists did not ring true and the characters had absolutely no life in them. Probably won't read Archer again. "

    — Debi, 5/23/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " It was fun for me to read, made me relaxed. I was enthralled when I read in my twenties his "Kane and Abel" and its sequel, "The Prodigal Daughter." "

    — Mitsuyasu, 5/9/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " this book is the best book ive read so far . All i have ro say is that this book will make ypu smile, cry and laugh , a beautiful book to read anytime ,anywhere and anyhow "

    — Fatimah, 4/12/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " As always, Jeffrey Archer did not disappoint with Sons of Fortune. "

    — Zralte, 4/11/2011
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " The book was pretty predictable and not worth it !Would not recommend . "

    — Prateek, 4/6/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Truly one of the most endearing novels I have read .... this one is for the ages !!! "

    — Rajroshan, 3/21/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " As any of his books is really good !! "

    — Juankc, 3/14/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " One of the best books i have ever read, the plot is binding and u feel attached to the characters, but felt author has done injustice to Nat. "

    — Nupur, 3/2/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " ( Filhos da Fortuna ) "

    — Babete, 2/27/2011
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " I thought the book was a little off. Too long in the middle; the dialogue a bit awkward; plot a little shallow. "

    — Dave, 1/6/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Second Archer book, absolutely loved it. Non stop page turner with a great story. "

    — Matt, 12/16/2010
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " a beautiful story.....heartbreaking at times "

    — Deepak, 11/14/2010
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Very good book. Jeffrey Archer wrote an engaging story about twin brothers separted soon after birth and meeting after decades when one is accussed of high-profile murder and second becomes his lawyer. "

    — Anna, 11/8/2010
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Jeffrey Archer tells a great story. He takes you on a well researched journey through the lives of two brothers. A real page turner. "

    — Stephen, 11/8/2010
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Enjoyable book for the most part. Story about twins separated at birth spanning 40+ years. Interesting, but a bit hokey at times, kind of over the top coincidences that bring them together. I would say 3 1/2 stars. "

    — woody, 10/22/2010

About Jeffrey Archer

Jeffrey Archer is an author of fiction, nonfiction, and plays, including numerous New York Times bestsellings, of which three made the #1 bestsellers spot. He was educated at Oxford University. He served five years as a member of the British parliament in the House of Commons and has served twenty-seven years as a member of the House of Lords. Now published in 97 countries and more than 37 languages, all of his novels and short story collections—including Kane & Abel, Only Time Will Tell and This Was a Man—have been international bestsellers.