Benjamin Weaver

In the lush yet treacherous landscape of 18th-century London, where the shadows of intrigue whisper beneath the watchful gaze of opulent society, former con artist Benjamin Weaver navigates a world driven by ambition, deception, and the relentless pursuit of truth. As a Jewish detective in a city rife with prejudice and corruption, Weaver is compelled by both personal demons and a fierce commitment to justice to unravel a web of conspiracies that threaten not only his own life but the fragile bonds of the society around him. Fueled by his keen intellect and a gift for navigating the underbelly of the metropolis, Weaver grapples with the haunting legacy of his past - a life of cons that now serves as both his greatest asset and his deepest regret. Each mystery he encounters further drags him into a world of powerful foes and hidden agendas, forcing him to confront not only the challenges of a society fraught with turmoil but also the haunting echoes of his own choices. From the cutthroat world of stock trading in "A Conspiracy of Paper" to the shrouded dealings of the elite, each installation of the Benjamin Weaver series unveils a fresh labyrinth of historical intrigue and moral quandaries, deftly exploring themes of identity, loyalty, and the perennial battle between light and darkness. With rich prose that immerses readers in the vibrant tapestry of Georgian London, David Liss crafts a compelling narrative that pulsates with dilemmas as old as time. Join Benjamin Weaver as he plunges deeper into the heart of a city where the stakes are life and death, and every secret uncovered leaves more questions in its wake. Will he emerge a hero, or will the ghosts of his past trap him in a conspiracy of his own making? Prepare for a journey where every chapter brims with exhilarating surprises and a thrilling promise of more to come.