It has only been four months since Angus McClintock became the MP for the Liberal party in a longtime Conservative riding, but due to spoilery things that happened at the end of The Best Laid Plans, there is another election already. Surprisingly, Angus has decided to run again. Angus is a rare honest “politician” (but really an engineering professor) who doesn't make decisions based on what's best for him politically, but makes those decisions based on what's best for Canada. This election will be tough on Angus, as he is up against a politician who is all about the negative attacks. Once again, Terry Fallis has made politics funny! I am not that into politics, but boy, these books are just so funny, and because of that, I am interested. I love Angus! The story is actually told from the point of view of Daniel, who works for Angus. You do get a bit of Angus's viewpoint at the end of each chapter, though, as he writes, in diary form, to his late wife. There are a number of other great supporting characters, as well. I hope Fallis continues to write stories about Angus. If he does, I, for one, will keep reading them.

I can tell you much of this book is predictable but never the less it is a wonderful read. How his character writes to his late wife before he retires makes you want to be a better man. Very well written I wish I had found this author years ago. His next book I will own in hard back. The story line is fast paced so it is a short but excellent read. Terry Fallis is now my favourite author.

Terry Fallis has succeeded in writing a worthy sequel to his droll and pleasantly cynical exposé of Canadian politics "The Best Laid Plans". I found it delightfully easy to read and warmly recommend it.

Wonderful follow up to Best Laid Plans. I hope Terry Fallis makes it into a trilogy.

I had high expectations for Terry Fallis' second book of the ongoing adventures of Angus McClintock and Daniel Addison, and this book does not fail. Whether you having a passing or keen interest in Canadian politics, our economy and the parliamentary process the humurous style will hold your interest while at the same time providing a much needed insight into the true role of federal parliamentarians. The writing continued to be of a high standard and challenged my vocabulary at times (Not to mention pushing my grammatical skills, I think I have struggled more with this review to ensure I did not make any mistakes, but I am sure I have!). All the characters, flaws and all, add to the charm and you care about what happens to each of them as the story progresses. I am not sure where Mr. Fallis will take this duo in the future, but I look forward to reading about their challenges as they try to always "take the high road".

After reading "Best Laid Plans" I immediately ordered "The High Road". I enjoy the characters of Daniel and Angus, but I felt the plot was forced. There was much repetition it seemed to bring non-readers of the first book, up to date. I was disappointed by Angus' letters to Marin. They were so touching in the first book, but now, they were just recaps of the chapter from Angus' point of view. I sense a follow-up based on the hanging threads with Flamethrower Fox. If so, please return some of the emotion to Angus' letters. I felt it was a great part of the first novel, this one, not so much. I look forward to the next book.

This is one of the most enjoyable books I have ever read. With the right mix of humour and moving moments, it actually taught us quite a few positive messages and inspirations. As a sequel to "Best Laid Plans", it only trumps its predecessor. I have always wanted to learn about the system of Canadian government and politics, this novel is definitely a light and heart-opening primer.

This book is just as delightful as his first "The Best Laid Plans" which introduced Angus McLintock as an irreverant, hilarious and principled MP, the likes of whom sadly don''t appear to grace our political community. I can only hope its members will read it and and learn from it to be become more trustworthy and likeable human beings. That they developTerry's sense of humour as well would obviously be asking too much. Buy as many copies as you can afford and give them to your friends for Christmas - cheaper and even more rewarding than a good bottle of malt.