anipulative, cunning, devious, ruthless, astute, charismatic, generous and caring ... these are some of the characteristics of this flawed genius. What made him tick? What are his achievements? What part did he play in the peace process? What was the chemistry that ignited the 27 year torrid affair with journalist, Terry Keane? These and many more questions are answered in this racy account of one of the most brilliant politicians ever to enter Leinster House. The book reveals why there was a Garda investigation when it was disclosed in the Dáil that Charles Haughey fell from a horse in April 1970 ... all against a background of the sensational arms crises. There are some hilariously funny moments too. But it is the new revelations of financial contributions that will send further shockwaves through the political and business establishment. |