- Paperback: 448 pages
- Publisher: Headline Review (26 Jun 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0755326881
- ISBN-13: 978-0755326884
- Product Dimensions: 19.2 x 12.8 x 3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 269,665 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The boundaries of parental love and filial devotion are explored to their breaking point in this unique and breathtaking thriller.
Once a year, the Queen, the Prime Minister and Cabinet, the judges, the bishops, leaders spiritual and temporal, assemble in the House of Lords for the State Opening of Parliament. On this day, the Lords' Day, the gathering is still more impressive, for sitting beside his mother is the heir to the throne and up in the galleries are the sons of both the US President and the British Prime Minister. But they are all about to be taken hostage. The siege will lead some to selfless sacrifice, others to lose the respect of those they love most dearly...
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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This is an un-put-downable book. It kept me reading late into the night! Michael Dobbs succeeds in keeping the tension throughout as to the outcome of the siege in the House of Lords. It's like a cross between a Frederick Forsyth thriller and a political satire. Some of the time you're holding your breath as to what will happen next and the next laughing at the wittiness of the writing.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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If you're looking for an intriguing plot, nothing too demanding, but a story that cracks along at a good pace, then this is well worth a read.
18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
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I have read a number of books by this author and I found this to be the best so far. The portrayal of the various characters from the publicity hungry politicians seeking to shift blame onto someone else to the selfdoubting Prince of Wales reinforces the opinions probably held by most people. The storyline left me thinking, surely this could never happen, but.........
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A little dissapointed
This book came highly recommended to me so couldn't wait to read it. I have to admit I was a little dissapointed for although the storyline was good, I just couldn't find it... Read more
Published 8 days ago by barlu
A good read
This book was great, the characters are engaging and the plot unfolds so that you have to carry on reading - just my sort of book.
Published 1 month ago by sueplant4077
Parliament uncovered!!
Once again Michael Dobbs has produced a book well worth reading. Maybe a little 'over the top' but the story flowed well and held the attention of the reader
Published 1 month ago by Anthony J. Cokes
The Lord's Day
Michael Dobbs at his best. Well crafty story based on his knowledge of the Palace of Westminster. I normally take three weeks to read a book like this I read this one in three... Read more
Published 1 month ago by M. Chantry
Holiday reading only
Interesting but too long, I agree with comments from other 2-3 star reviews.I was quite intrigued until we reached the halfway point then I think it just got boring, same old... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Ms. Madeline Hackett
If this is lying by the pool in your holiday house, fine
Not particularly well written in terms of prose, sentimental, cliched, full of sterotyped characters, some pointless and unresolved threads - but certainly action packed. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Helen
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Book was described as very good condition. In fact it was practically "as new". The only indication that it had even been opened was the existence of a Library Stamp on the title... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Tony B
Excellent
This is a well researched book. The plot is well crafted and not predictable. It is also a fast moving book that is difficult to put down. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Richard
Cracking Read. Well Done Mr Dobbs!!
This is the 1st of the Harry Jones thrillers and is the finest so far.
The scene: What would happen if terrorists took over the House of Lords during the State Opening... Read more
The scene: What would happen if terrorists took over the House of Lords during the State Opening... Read more
Published 16 months ago by 1fcscout
The Lord's Day
Whilst being a bit far fetched - although possible - it made an interesting read and gave a new slant on the Houses of Parliament and Royal Family.
Published 17 months ago by Speedyread
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