Publisher's Synopsis
From the author of HALF IN LOVE and LEADING THE CHEERS This is a novel about what it is to be human, surprising, tender, funny and utterly original, written by one of our most acclaimed novelists. A motorcycle messenger goes into a small park in London to paint the words "White Lightning" on the tank of his bike. This is the start of an extraordinary and absorbing tale, told over the space of several months. During this time one man's whole life - his failures, his successes, his longing for peace and fulfilment, his loves and his tragedies - are recounted. Amongst his memories are the making of his film SUZI CRISPIN, NIGHT NURSE, and - the darkest moment - the death of his son, which has haunted him ever since.
