The new novel from David Baddiel, comedian, columnist and author of the critically-praised The Secret Purposes.The new novel from David Baddiel, comedian, columnist and author of the critically-praised The Secret Purposes.As Eli Gold, a famous old writer lies dying in a hospital in New York, his family gather around his bed. His first wife Violet is too old to travel from London but Harvey, their son, who has never emerged from the shadow of his overpowering father, makes the journey. And there is Colette, a six-year old daughter from a second marriage, struggling to make sense of the fact her father is about to leave her.The Death of Eli Gold is a mesmerising family drama which confounds the expectations anyone might have that David Baddiel as a TV comedian. It is the work of a very fine novelist, here writing at the peak of his powers.Requires internet connection for purchase, plus iPod or other Audible-compatible player or iTunes software on Mac OS X or Windows• The new novel from the higly acclaimed author of ‘Secret Purposes’ and ‘Whatever Love Means’ which sold 37,000 and 85,000 copies through TCM respectively• ‘Secret Purposes’ sold over 6,000 copies in hardback alone• David Baddiel has a fantastic media profile and is a respected and aclaimed literary novelist as well as being a television personality• Extensive feature, interview and review coverage is guaranteed on publication• This summer’s coolest lad-lit paperback will be published with an integrated print and digital advertising campaign and high-profile broadcast interviews and chat shows
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