20th March, 7:30pm, venue on booking
Our friends at Edinburgh Jewish Community Centre write:
The Interview (Saraband, 2024) is set against a vivid tapestry of locations including New York City, Los Angeles, Mexico, and New Mexico. Simons invites readers to delve into the enigmatic life of his protagonist, Cal Drummond, the rise and fall of his meteoric fame as well as his stormy relationships. A once-celebrated TV talk-show host, Cal now lives a life of quiet retreat in a cabin in the woods somewhere in Georgia. But when he discovers the President of the United States has died, he agrees to one final, probing interview about his life and work, forcing him to confront long-buried truths about his professional triumphs and personal failures.
J. David Simons was born in Glasgow. His novels often explore themes of identity, memory, and belonging. A master of evocative storytelling, Simons is celebrated for his ability to create richly detailed worlds and characters that connect with readers on both a profound and engaging level.
