The Serpent of Venice (The Fool, #2)
by Christopher Moore
The Serpent of Venice by Christopher Moore holds a well received rating of 3.86 out of 5, based on 8.6K reader ratings. First published in 2014. The book spans 326 pages.
About The Serpent of Venice
New York Times bestselling author Christopher Moore channels William Shakespeare and Edgar Allan Poe in this satiric Venetian gothic that brings back the Pocket of Dog Snogging, the eponymous hero of Fool, along with his sidekick, Drool, and pet monkey, JeffVenice, a long time ago. Three prominent Venetians await their most loathsome and foul dinner guest, the erstwhile envoy of Britain and France, and widower of the murdered Queen Cordelia: the rascal-Fool Pocket.This trio of cunning plotters-the merchant, Antonio; the senator, Montressor Brabantio; and the naval officer, Iago-have lured Pocket to a dark dungeon, promising an evening of sprits and debauchery with a rare Amontillado sherry and Brabantio's beautiful daughter, Portia.But their invitation is, of course, bogus. The wine is drugged. The girl isn't even in the city limits. Desperate to rid themselves once and for all of the man who has consistently foiled their grand quest for power and wealth, they have lured him to his death. (How can such a small man, be such a huge obstacle?). But this Fool is no fool . . . and he's got more than a few tricks (and hand gestures) up his sleeve.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Christopher Moore |
| Published | 2014 |
| Pages | 326 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, History |
| Average Rating | 3.86 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 8,573 |
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What genre is The Serpent of Venice?
The Serpent of Venice is categorized as Fiction, Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Serpent of Venice worth reading?
Based on 8.6K reader ratings, The Serpent of Venice has an average score of 3.86 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Serpent of Venice?
The Serpent of Venice has 326 pages.
Who wrote The Serpent of Venice?
The Serpent of Venice was written by Christopher Moore. It was first published in 2014.
What is the ISBN for The Serpent of Venice?
The ISBN-13 for The Serpent of Venice is 9780061779760.0.
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