Babysitting George

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As a young reporter, Celia Walden is tasked with an unusual assignment: to track down global superstar George Best, a soccer legend known for his remarkable talent and charm. Best, who debuted for Manchester United at seventeen and was celebrated throughout the 1960s, is now nearing sixty and struggling with severe health issues. A notorious alcoholic, he has just undergone a liver transplant and has Antabuse tablets sewn into his stomach lining. His tumultuous personal life includes a recent separation from his wife. When Celia finds him in a bar in Malta, he is less than thrilled to see her, having been pursued by journalists throughout his life. However, as her assignment to "babysit" him extends over several months, an unexpected friendship blossoms. Celia discovers George to be a witty, complex individual, an avid reader, and a MENSA member, all while grappling with the ravages of addiction and the relentless scrutiny of fame. This poignant narrative explores the unique bond between a young journalist and a fading star, delving into the exploitative nature of tabloid journalism, the consuming nature of addiction, and the transformative encounters that can alter one's life.