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  • House of Cards

  • House of Cards Trilogy, Book 1
  • By: Michael Dobbs
  • Narrated by: Samuel West
  • Length: 10 hrs and 37 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (309 ratings)

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House of Cards

By: Michael Dobbs
Narrated by: Samuel West
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Summary

The acclaimed political thriller that first introduced the unforgettable Francis Urquhart MP and launched Michael Dobbs’ No 1 bestselling career.

Michael Dobbs’ entertaining tale of skulduggery and intrigue within the Palace of Westminster has been a huge hit with the public. Its scheming hero, Chief Whip Francis Urquhart, who uses fair means and foul to become Prime Minister, is one of the best-known characters of the last decade – the politician we all love to hate.

Acclaimed for its authenticity and insights into a secret world – the result of many years working behind the scenes for the Conservative Party – it became a highly popular, award-winning BBC TV series, with Francis Urquhart memorably portrayed by Ian Richardson, and was followed by two further sequels, ‘To Play the King’ and ‘The Final Cut’, which also became top-rating TV series.

©2018 Michael Dobbs (P)2018 HarperCollins Publishers Limited
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Critic reviews

‘This blood-and-thunder tale, lifelike and thoroughly cynical, certainly carries the ring of authenticity… a great triumph.’
Independent

‘The exciting thriller that has Westminster buzzing. Here is a political thriller writer with a marvellous inside track knowledge of government. House of Cards is fast-moving, revelatory and brilliant.’
Daily Express

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Truly Excellent.

just do it. A wonderful book and don't forget the other two parts of the trilogy.

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Great listen

Loved it, would really to anyone for a insightful at time’s humour out view of political shenanigans.

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Familiar but Excellent

I remember the TV adaptation of this book, but this was an excellent listen. The brilliant narrator brought each character to life, and the story of venal intrigue was absolutely gripping. Highly recommended.

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Brilliant Political Insight and Intrigue

Excellent and compelling book. Fast paced and an object lesson in utter ruthlessness and ambition.

Being an ex politician Michael Dobbs offers an incredible insight into the corridors of power.

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excellent - a wicked insight into British Estab.

Gripping from start to finish. Best narrator on your books. Can't wait for book 2

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Brilliant story fantastic narration

Samual West brings the story alive. Is it the best audio book I've heard... I couldn't possibly comment.

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Brilliant

Quite simply the best political drama I have ever read. Pure genius. I highly recommend.

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A classic

Very well read and every bit as good as I remembered from first reading it.

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Brilliant

I loved the BBC TV series and thought this reading of the book was excellent. The story is still very relevant today.

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Excellent narrator

I had watched this on tv with Ian Richardson. So listened thinking it would need a good story teller to convince to carry on. Samuel West’s narration was excellent and Urquhart was Ian Richardson again for me.

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