The Damned UTD by David Peace

The Damned UTD by David Peace is a fascinating and thrilling insight into the legendary forty-four days Brian Clough lead Leeds United. Peace combines fact and fiction to re-ignite one of the most controversial topics in English football. Set in post-war Britain, the novel follows Clough rapid rise to managerial stardom and demise as Leeds gaffer. The author describes every day of Ol' Big 'Eads reign and sheds some light on the more mysterious events. We are granted access to the inner-workings of Clough's mind and observe as the story unfolds. If you are interested in football this book is outstanding. I thoroughly enjoyed the book 10/10.