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The Saffron Thief
Paperback
Series: Saffron, Book 1
Mystery & ThrillerHistorical Fiction
Publisher Price: $18.99
ISBN13: 9780008817961
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: Nov 10 2026
Pages: 384
Language: English
A SUNDAY TIMES HISTORICAL FICTION PICK 2026
'An enjoyable historical thriller' Sunday Times
'Out of the ashes of the Great Fire of London comes an unforgettable tale ... T. L. Mogford has excelled himself' Michael Morpurgo
'I swallowed up The Saffron Thief in 36 hours. It's a tremendous piece of work ... Truly superb' William Boyd
In 1666, England's saffron industry is booming, with the spice fetching a staggering 4 per pound--rivalling gold. Fabian Smith, the sensible second son of a Holborn poulterer, has sacrificed his dreams of adventure for family duty. But when the Great Fire claims his father and his reckless brother plunges them into debt with a ruthless conman, their home--and freedom--hang in the balance.
Desperate to save his family, Fabian hatches a daring plan: steal the fortune they need. His target? The wealthiest saffron grower in Saffron Walden. Disguised and determined, he arrives just in time for the harvest, only to discover that the townsfolk are far more cunning than he expected.
As danger closes in, Fabian must navigate treachery and his own heart, racing against time to save everything he holds dear.
'A 17th century treat ... that stays with one long after finishing' Aspects of History
'A riveting historical novel' Heat
'Historical fiction at its best' Closer
'A dangerous race against time. We were gripped' Bella
Readers love The Saffron Thief:
'An absolute cracker of a story and can't wait for more'
'If you like Robert Harris and S.J. Parris then this is absolutely for you'
'With a wealth of historic detail, plus great characters and plot, this book is difficult to put down'
'A detective story full of twists and turns that was unpredictable and unputdownable'
'A very impressive start to a new series. Informative and enjoyable'
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