{"product_id":"9780061725388","title":"The Fifth Servant : A Novel","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eThe Fifth Servant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): Kenneth J. Wishnia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Whatever you are currently reading, I promise you it is not nearly as intelligent, witty, compelling, or entertaining as \u003cem\u003eThe Fifth Servant\u003c\/em\u003e….Wishnia makes history come alive.”\u003cbr\u003e — David Liss, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Devil's Company\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA brilliantly imagined, beautifully written combination of scrupulously researched historical novel and riveting suspense thriller, Kenneth Wishnia’s \u003cem\u003eThe Fifth Servant \u003c\/em\u003ecarries readers back to 16\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century Prague in the shadow of the Papal Inquisition—and introduces a uniquely unforgettable protagonist, a young Talmudic scholar who has three days to solve a heinous murder before official reprisals decimate the city’s Jewish community. A richly atmospheric tale of religion, mystery, and intrigue, \u003cem\u003eThe Fifth Servant \u003c\/em\u003erecreates life in the era when Emperor Rudolph II occupied the throne—a time of uncertainty and fear viewed through the eyes of an intrepid rabbinical student on a quest for truth and justice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview(s):\u003cbr\u003e“Whatever you are currently reading, I promise you it is not nearly as intelligent, witty, compelling or entertaining as \u003ci\u003eThe Fifth Servant \u003c\/i\u003eby Kenneth Wishnia....Wishnia makes history come alive.”\u003cbr\u003e“Well-developed characters and detailed portrayals of life at the time help make this historical crime thriller a gripping page-turner.”\u003cbr\u003e“Powerful . . . A densely philosophical yet surprisingly witty historical mystery.”\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eThe Fifth Servant\u003c\/i\u003e offers a unique blend of mystery and Talmud set against an intriguing historical background.”\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eThe Fifth Servant\u003c\/i\u003e proves that academia, wit, and compelling mystery may all be found in one book. And what a suspenseful, enthralling story this is—accessible and hugely entertaining, it is an astonishing novel.”\u003cbr\u003e“The richness of the setting of \u003ci\u003eThe Fifth Servant\u003c\/i\u003e is matched by the complexity and appeal of its characters. With apparent ease Kenneth Wishnia makes solid and real the sounds, sights, and smells of a vanished and legendary time.”\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eThe Fifth Servant\u003c\/i\u003e suceeds at its goal: to keep you turning pages, and, when you’re finished, wanting more.”\u003cbr\u003e“This fast-paced historical from Edgar nominee Wishnia (23 Shades of Black ) combines scholarly historical details that bring the 16th century alive with believable characters and a compelling mystery. Highly recommended for mystery lovers and fans of historical fiction. ”\u003cbr\u003e“Think Sherlock Holmes with a dash of Woody Allen. Philip Roth and Stephen King. Mystery plus comedy. Detective novel meets Yiddish folk tale. Then add a little history and you have Kenneth Wishnia’s \u003ci\u003eThe Fifth Servant,\u003c\/i\u003e a smart funny page turner that I hated to see end.”\u003cbr\u003eA brilliantly imagined, beautifully written combination of scrupulously researched historical novel and riveting suspense thriller [with] a uniquely unforgettable protagonist. A richly atmospheric tale of religion, mystery, and intrigue.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN:  9780061725388\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ","brand":"William Morrow Paperbacks","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":41056905986254,"sku":"9780061725388","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/7029\/7806\/products\/9780061725388.jpg?v=1648261646","url":"https:\/\/pickwickbookshop.com\/products\/9780061725388","provider":"Pickwick Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}