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Father Figure [Audiobook] (Audio Cassette)

by Ann Widdecombe (Author), Rupert Penry-Jones (Reader)
4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

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  • Audio Cassette
  • Publisher: Orion (4 Jan 2005)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0752859927
  • ISBN-13: 978-0752859927
  • Product Dimensions: 13.9 x 10.5 x 3.5 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 413,756 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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' a fine, bold opening' --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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'Widdecombe tells the story with rattling good pace and creates credible and sympathetic characters.' (Frank Kane THE OBSERVER )

'authentic, distressing and unexpectedly touching.' (Jane Shilling THE EVENING STANDARD )

'Widdecombe is revealed as an accomplished, if sedate, storyteller and also a bit of a romantic.' (Ann Simpson THE HERALD )

' a fine, bold opening' (Bel Mooney THE TIMES )

'She has a good eye for detail.' (Julia Flynn THE SUNDAY TELEGRAPH )

'You certainly want to know what is going to happen and Widdecombe keeps your attention throughout.' (Maggie Pringle THE SUNDAY EXPRESS )

'there's a certain compulsion to her storytelling.' (Clare Colvin THE DAILY MAIL ) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Pleasantly suprpised, 28 Jan 2005
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This review is from: Father Figure (Hardcover)
I knew Anne Widdecombe by name (who doesn't!) but had never read her previous fictional works. I was pleasantly surprised by this, not only does Ms Widdecombe have a real flair for story telling, she has also managed to sensitively handle one of today's most topical subjects, the rights of fathers concerning custody of their children - I guess she couldn't avoid a political subject entirely. Even if you have no personal interest in fathers for justice style campaigns, this is a well written book with a plot that ambles along at just the right pace. Not going to win any literary honours, but worth a read none the less.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Close to the bone, frighteningly realistic, 10 Sep 2005
By David Thomas "david_thomas_uk" (Manchester, UK) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Father Figure (Hardcover)
Anne Widdecombe has demonstrated a great understanding of the personal trauma suffered by a father who has had his family torn away from him by the unilateral actions of his wife of over ten years. The story follows father of two, Jason Kirk, as he tries to deal with his separation, pending divorce, and maintain his role as father to his two young children. The story deals with the very real emotions of a man whose whole purpose for living has been taken away, and how the single-minded actions of his wife allow the children's relationship with their father to be seriously jeopardised, by cruel tricks and eventually geographic distance. Miss Widdecombe has effectively represented the tragic experience of many fathers, and their children, and this book hits many a sensitive spot for those who have or are living this family nightmare.
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6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars I came away understanding more, 12 Feb 2006
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This review is from: Father Figure (Paperback)
I bought this book totally on spec. Its not often that a politician can write fiction well but Ann certainly can. It always amazes me when a writer can write from the perspective of the 'opposite' sex and get it seemingly right! I really felt for the father in this book and had no sympathy at all for the mother who simply wanted to have her own life away from her husband - if the kids had to come too - well that's just life.

I also felt that I learnt a lot about the CSA and how it deals with absent parents.

I would love Ann to write a follow up - say what has happened in the five years since the end of this book.

I am so impressed that I will be ordering some more of her books!

Well done Ann and keep up the good work.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Scarey view of today's society
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