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House of Cards
- House of Cards Trilogy, Book 1
- Narrated by: Samuel West
- Length: 10 hrs and 37 mins
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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.
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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- Amazon Customer
- 07-05-20
Truly Excellent.
just do it. A wonderful book and don't forget the other two parts of the trilogy.
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- Simon H.
- 08-11-23
Great listen
Loved it, would really to anyone for a insightful at time’s humour out view of political shenanigans.
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- Amazonian
- 08-11-22
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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- Bel
- 17-07-18
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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- Paul reveley
- 30-07-19
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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- Marion G.
- 02-01-22
Fabulous from beginning to the end
What a treat to find myself in the company of the dastardly Francis for over 10 hours of delicious conspiracy, intrigue and murder. Could see Ian Richardson striding majestically through the corridors of power as if I was watching the series all over again. Samuel West makes the narrative come to life and I am so happy to be back in the past with a novel that evokes all the mystique with which we view the murky world of politics - and how apt it is for the way we feel now!!! Need I say more?? Now I have no choice but to purchase the remaining books and drop them into my library for many more hours of skullduggery. Delicious concept and one that perhaps you should contemplate for yourselves. Happy listening indeed.
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- Graham French
- 28-09-19
Brilliant
Quite simply the best political drama I have ever read. Pure genius. I highly recommend.
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- DriverJohn
- 13-10-19
A classic
Very well read and every bit as good as I remembered from first reading it.
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- KJ
- 24-08-22
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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- Andrew James Roberts
- 04-11-21
Very well done
Loved it. Well performed and very well written. Can't wait for the next instalment.
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