The Lay Off

by Simon Dixon

James Golding leads an idyllic existence. He belongs to the exclusive new breed of supremely successful online betting exchange millionaire traders. Everything, from his top of the range auto drive BMW to his faultlessly polished city brogues is perfect. His world is one of neatness, order and calm, surrounded as he is by people working night and day to satisfy his exacting standards. Indeed, the only thing he yearns for is a little more attention from his beautiful receptionist Hannah. His pleasurable, privileged world is due for a major shake-up, and unknown to James, Russian billionaire Dimitri Balinova has decided to do the shaking. With GoldingÕs company in his sights, Balinova opens his box of nasty little tricks via his favourite weapon of business destruction, one Geoffrey Dymock. Through the ruthless efficiency of Dymock, the wheels are set in motion, the pressure is applied and slowly but surely GoldingÕs comfortable world begins to implode.

203 pages, Paperback

Published September 10, 2008

About the author

Simon Dixon is Sir Bernard Pares Professor of Russian History at University College London.