'You only win big when you risk big.' Tough, revealing and hilarious - this is long-awaited life story of poker legend Dave 'Devilfish' Ulliott. The most successful British player in poker history, and one of only a few to crack America. He takes us on the rollercoaster ride of a pro-gambler's life, never dodging the dangers, failures and fights. From a council estate in Hull to a penthouse suite in Las Vegas; from cracking safes to parties at "The Playboy" mansion; from losing $700,000 in a day to TV's "Late Night Poker" triumph. Devilfish has seen it all, done it all, survived defeat, tasted victory, walked through fire, and still come out cracking jokes. And over five million quid ahead. Welcome to the high life and high times of the Devilfish.

Reviews

Reading this book is like sitting with Devilfish in a pub. It's one solid piece of entertainment: fast, funny, scary, smart, cocky and colourful -- Victoria Coren The Observer Cancel your plans for the weekend and do yourself a big favour. Read this. Devilfish is funny as f**k, ballsy, brave as a lion, mad as a bag of monkeys, and absolutely captivating as a storyteller Daily Star This is a full life story from the fish's own mouth: his jokes, his sauce, and detailed revelations from his criminal past. Broad, funny, northern and poetic. A master storyteller Guardian Quick-witted and self-depreciating... a fast-paced tale that is part kitchen-sink drama, part Hollywood blockbuster. A thrilling ride out of the darkness into the light... this is a page-turning classic Card Player magazine A rollicking good read... amusing, honest, and compelling Blonde Poker How, as mere mortals, can we play like the Devilfish? Jesse May, TV commentator