Michael Dobbs
1948-
 

Michael Dobbs was born in Cheshunt, Hertfordshire. He has been Chief of Staff and Deputy Chairman of the Conservative Party and has a doctorate in defence studies. He also writes historical novels. He is the creator of:
1. 'Harry Jones', an S.A.S.-trained politician.
2. 'House of Card' series featuring Francis Urquhart, a ruthless politician who rises from Chief Whip of the Conservative Party to the office of prime minister through treachery, dececption, and murder (made into a television series starring Ian Richardson as Francis Urquhart).
3. 'Thomas Goodfellowe', an MP who fights against treachery and corruption.
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Titles and year of publication:  

 'Harry Jones' Novels
 1) The Lord's Day  2007
 2) The Edge of Madness  2008
 3) The Reluctant Hero  2010
 4) Old Enemies  2011
 5) A sentimental Traitor  2012
 6) A Ghost at the Door  2013
 'House of Card' Novels
 1) House of Cards  1989
 2) To Play the King  1992
 3) The Final Cut  1995
 'Thomas Goodfellowe' Novels
 1) Goodfellowe MP  1997
 2) The Buddha of Brewer Street  1998
 3) Whispers of Betrayal  2000
 Other Novels
 1) Wall Games  1990
 2) Last Man to Die  1991
 3) The Touch of Innocents  1994
 4) First Lady  2006

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