London and the South-East
(Author) David SzalayPaul Rainey, an ad salesman, perceives dimly through a fog of psychoactive substances his dissatisfaction with his life- professional, sexual, weekends, the lot. He only wishes there was something he could do about it. And 'something' seems to fall into his lap when a meeting with an old friend and fellow salesman, Eddy Jaw, leads to the offer of a new job. But when this offer turns out to be as misleading as Paul's sales patter, his life and that of his family are transformed in ways very much more peculiar than he ever thought possible.
David Szalay
David Szalay is a British-Canadian author known for his acclaimed novel "All That Man Is," which follows the lives of nine men across Europe. His literary style is characterized by sharp observation and keen insight into human nature. Szalay's work explores themes of identity, masculinity, and the complexities of modern life.