{"product_id":"9781492606659","title":"To Play the King (House of Cards Series #2)","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe #1 International Bestseller from the Executive Producer of the hit Netflix series \u003ci\u003eHouse of Cards\u003c\/i\u003e, starring Kevin Spacey.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrancis Urquhart\u003c\/b\u003e is back and the newly elected \u003cb\u003ePrime Minister\u003c\/b\u003e continues his climb to power. This time he will take on \u003cb\u003ethe King himself\u003c\/b\u003e, threatening to expose Royal secrets. This game is \u003cb\u003ewinner-takes-all, but who will walk away the victor\u003c\/b\u003e?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe role of the monarchy in modern Britain comes under scrutiny as Prime Minister Francis Urquhart threatens to expose Royal secrets when his plans are blocked by the idealistic new King. Their differences of opinion quickly degenerate into open hostility. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe battlefield ranges from architecture to the underprivileged; the battle is fought with rigged opinion polls, manipulated newspaper headlines, sexual scandal and economic brinkmanship as Urquhart sets out to destroy not only the King's family and friends but even the King himself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eContinuing the dark tale of greed, corruption, and unquenchable ambition, \u003ci\u003eTo Play the King \u003c\/i\u003ereveals that no matter the country, politics, intrigue and passion reign in the corridors of power. \u003cb\u003eAn explosive political thriller, fans of \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eVince Flynn, David Baldacci and Robert Ludlum \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003ewill enjoy this second tale of Urquhart's intrigues and schemes. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a former advisor to Margaret Thatcher, Conservative Party Chief of Staff, and now peer of the realm and Conservative member of the House of Lords, Baron Dobbs provides an insider look at the twists and turns of British politics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther books in the \u003ci\u003eHouse of Cards\u003c\/i\u003e series:\u003cbr\u003eHouse of Cards, Book 1 – The dark, twisting schemes of a politician determined to succeed\u003cbr\u003e To Play The King, Book 2 – Newly elected Prime Minister plots to take on the Monarchy to grab even more power\u003cbr\u003eThe Final Cut, Book 3 – The perfect finale to this twisted trilogy, Urquhart refuses to close his career quietly\u003c\/p\u003eWhat readers are saying about \u003ci\u003eHouse of Cards\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eEngrossing, brilliantly written\u003c\/b\u003e, fast moving political drama.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Superb trilogy of political ruthlessness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"great read and an uncanny look at British politics from an ex politician. \u003cb\u003eBuy it and get hooked\u003c\/b\u003e.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eEngaging and fun\u003c\/b\u003e to read with all the drama expected from Dobbs.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eFull of intrigue and manipulation\u003c\/b\u003e. The Machiavellian Prime Minister pitted against the Monarchy in a bitter fight to the death.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cb\u003ean explosive end and full of intrigue\u003c\/b\u003e, both political and personal.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"a masterful performance\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"If you are a fan of the modern TV series than you should definitely pick up these books.\" \u003c\/p\u003eWhat reviewers are saying about \u003ci\u003eHouse of Cards\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003cp\u003e 'Michael Dobbs has an uncanny knack of forecasting the future. A fascinating read and a conclusion that would send a chill through Buckingham Palace.' - Sunday Express\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e 'With a friend like Michael Dobbs, who needs enemies? A good romp, and gloriously cheeky. Dobbs' books grab because of their authenticity - the man knows his stuff.' - The Times\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e 'Rattles along from scandal to scandal...excellent entertainment.' - Mail on Sunday\u003c\/p\u003e What everyone is saying about the \u003ci\u003eHouse of Cards\u003c\/i\u003e books:\u003cp\u003e \"This blood and thunder tale, lifelike and thoroughly cynical, certainly carries the ring of authenticity....\u003cb\u003ea great triumph\u003c\/b\u003e.\" -\u003cb\u003eThe Independent\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"...a political thriller writer with \u003cb\u003ea marvellous inside track\u003c\/b\u003e knowledge of government.\" - Daily Express\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eIf you are a fan of the modern TV series than you should definitely pick up these books\u003c\/b\u003e.\" \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Michael Dobbs has \u003cb\u003ean uncanny knack of forecasting the future\u003c\/b\u003e. A fascinating read and a conclusion that would \u003cb\u003esend a chill through Buckingham Palace\u003c\/b\u003e.\" - Sunday Express\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sourcebooks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47182465040624,"sku":"9781492606659","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781492606659_p0.jpg?v=1763661714","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781492606659","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}