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will love Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. While it was a very interesting look into how English parliamentary politics work, it was very little else. The plot itself barely held interest. (  ) mohi | Jul 5, 2009 |  A very accurate novel about English Prime Ministerial elections. The life journey of 4 candidates vying to become the Prime Minister. The election travails, accusations, hidden truths and the final run-up makes it a quality read. (  ) vanamala | May 13, 2008 | 2697 First Among Equals, by Jeffrey Archer (read 15 Jan 1995) After reading one of Archer's books I decided to give him another chance. He has a knack, but obviously he is not an able author--he is a storyteller. This novel tells the story of three men supposedly elected to Parliament in 1964. The book is pleasant in that only the three are fakes--otherwise the factual setting from 1964 to 1984 is accurate. After 1984 of course all is imagination. Simon Kerslake is the good guy, Raymond Gould is the guy who is bad for awhile and then turns to the good again, and Charles Hampton is obnoxious. The writing is on a par with Peyton Place, I thought, and is lousily written. Archer is very easy to read, and I was moved by accounts in the book, but really it is not worthwhile reading. ( ) Schmerguls | Mar 20, 2008 | A novel of political shenanigans in England. Archer is himself very familiar with dodgy politicians, as he is one. This takes as a basic starting point four politicians entering parliament at the same time and level and follows them from there. Much scheming, conniving and all that sort of thing as they try to get to be that Downing Street resident guy. (  ) bluetyson | Dec 5, 2006 | I can't get enough of this crap. A page turner, details the rise and rise of 4 contemporary politicians, until one is finally crowned Prime Minister. Gripping, utter rubbish. ( ) notmyrealname | Jun 7, 2006 |  no reviews | add a review
Amazon.com Product Description (ISBN 0006478689, Paperback)Charles Seymour, second-born son, will never be the earl like his father, but he did inherit his mother's strength-and the will to realize his destiny...Simon Kerslake's father sacrificed everything to make sure his son's dreams come true. Now it is Simon's chance to rise as high as those dreams allow...Ray Gould was born to the back streets but raised with pride-a quality matched by a sharp intellect and the desire to attain the impossible...Andrew Fraser was raised by a soccer hero turned politician. Now it's his turn for heroics, whatever the cost. From strangers to rivals, four men embark on a journey for the highest stakes of all-the keys to No. 10 Downing Street. Unfolding over three decades, their honor will be tested, their loyalties betrayed, and their love of family and country challenged. But in a game where there is a first among equals, only one can triumph. (retrieved from Amazon Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:57:54 -0400) The first test round has been closed. Visit the Open Shelves Classification group for details. |
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