First Edition. Hardback. Hand-signed and dated by Edwina Currie directly onto the title page, together with a comment: 'On Board the QE2 5.X.01'. Octavo (8vo). This Fine copy carries unique maritime provenance, having been signed by the author during a voyage on board the legendary Cunard ocean liner Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) and purchased from the ship's exclusive on-board heritage shop. Bound in original publisher's pristine cloth boards with perfectly sharp corners and crisp spine ends. The pages are immaculate, tight, bright white, and appear entirely unread. There is a personal inscription from a previous owner who gave the book as a gift (see photo). The dust jacket is in Near Fine condition with no chipping, creasing, tears, and only very slight edgewear (mainly top, rear and spine). Colors remain exceptionally rich with zero sun-fading. Crucially, the jacket is NOT price-clipped, showing the original UK retail price on the front flap. A highly unique, collector-grade crossover volume appealing to both Westminster political fiction enthusiasts and ocean liner memorabilia collectors. Shipped with professional care, wrapped in protective materials, and housed inside a rigid cardboard box to guarantee safe transit. Summary This Honourable House is a gripping Westminster thriller by former politician Edwina Currie, exposing the ruthless ambition and dark secrets hidden behind the doors of British power. The narrative follows the fierce internal battles of a political party in turmoil as a charismatic new leader emerges, threatening to upend the established order. Filled with insider knowledge of parliament, the novel dives deep into the world of strategic media leaks, blackmail, illicit affairs, and personal betrayals. Currie utilizes her real-life experience to craft a cynical and realistic portrait of modern politics, exploring the extreme personal and ethical costs individuals pay to climb to the top of the greasy pole.