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Dave Ulliott (Author)
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Book Description

Publication Date: 2 Sep 2010

'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.

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  • Paperback: 384 pages
  • Publisher: Viking; 1st ed. edition (2 Sep 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 067091889X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0670918898
  • Product Dimensions: 13.5 x 2.8 x 21.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 302,012 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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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 )

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 )

Devilfish is a Top 10 poker legend (Poker Player Magazine )

How, as mere mortals, can we play like the Devilfish? (Jesse May, TV commentator )

One of the most eagerly awaited poker books (Bluff Europe )

Even though I say so myself, I'm a ballsy fucker (Devilfish )
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars I have never read a more open and down to earth story about somebodies ups and downs in life. 12 Mar 2011
By Mr D
Format:Paperback
Devilfish: The Life & Times of a Poker Legend
Well this book had everything, fun, heartache, drama, suspense and more fun.
I don't often write reviews of books that I have read, but after reading a comment that another person made about the Devilfish not listing his losses as well as his winnings, " I thought to myself is this guy for real " he should sit down and read the book again. If the Devilfish had to record and discuss all his losses, he would need to write an entire " BRITANNICA ENCYCLOPEDIA " of Devilfish LOSSES.

If he had read the book properly like I did, the Devilfish could not have been more honest and open about living his life by the seat of his pants.

I guess he will go on living his life that way, but what I did grasp from the book, " how much I fighter this guy is " nobody can rack up the tournament wins this guy has, without being a fighter. The fact the Devilfish is by far a much better Pot Limit Omaha player than he is a No Limit Holdem player, God only knows how many PLO events he would have won, if they held as many as they do NLH events.

But the book is not all about poker, it is like I say a very openily written story of his younger days.

Don't take my version, try and judge for yourself, I'm sure you will have a chuckle to yourself and we all need some fun in our life.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Typical Yorkshireman 27 Feb 2011
By Lugholes
Format:Paperback
Very funny. Blunt and to the point. Dave Ulliott is everything a good poker player should be, big balls and also knows all the subtle nuances of the game.He's also completely fearless, both at the table or in any other situation. Just don't borrow his mother-in-law's razor.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Buy this for a completely honest, unputdownable read :) 15 May 2011
By shelley hunter
Format:Paperback
I had already read the other book about Devilfish but this time was looking forward to a book written directly by him and not based on someone elses opinions.
I have had a look at the other reviews and must make a remark regarding the 3 star review. I have no idea why this reader expected extensive explanations about poker hands in an autobiography, and as for only the winnings being listed, who really wants to read about the losses?
His stories are funny and the book is very down to earth, this is one of the best reads I have had all year, and I read a lot!
You do not have to be interested in poker to enjoy this book, I have no idea what all the different games and hands are, but still understood everything perfectly and I recommend it to anyone who just wants a very honest, funny, entertaining read. It really is remarkable how Dave's life has evolved from growing up in Hull to where he is now.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Laugh on every page
This guy has written an honest warts and all book ,that made me laugh lots . I was reading it with his voice in my head . Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mr. D. G. A. Debono
5.0 out of 5 stars Great
I bought this for a xmas present for my other half and is well happy with it. Good packaging and came in good time a+++++++
Published 4 months ago by Tina Durston
5.0 out of 5 stars The Man Behind The Poker Chips
I recently met The Devilfish at the PaddyPower Poker event in Dublin. My brother and I had been keeping an eye out for him earlier to get a quick introduction and a photo having... Read more
Published 13 months ago by john paul maguire
4.0 out of 5 stars Devilfish provides laughter and quite a few stings.
An entertaining and funny read. His ubringing on the tough streets of Hull provides the backdrop of the Devilfish's early life. Read more
Published 15 months ago by P.H.C
5.0 out of 5 stars Straight talking, no nonsense, northern and LOL
I laughed out loud reading page one of the introduction ( actually it's page ix but it's the first bit of prose in the book ). Read more
Published 16 months ago by Adrian
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Book
This book is so good. Started reading and just couldn't put it down. Quickest I have ever read an autobiography. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Jez Todd
5.0 out of 5 stars You must read this if you play poker
I found this book funny, frighteningly honest, and i learnt from it too.
Hopefully it could impact on people who are tempted to gamble what they
havent got. Read more
Published 19 months ago by mallymary
5.0 out of 5 stars DevilFish
A great book about the life of a great poker player and all round rascal. Absolutely loved the book, laughed from start to finish,he has enjoyed a thrilling life,and a hard one. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Nugget4
1.0 out of 5 stars Truly dreadful
This book is so badly written it's almost comical. I agree with the other reviewer regarding the dreadful puns in almost every paragraph which are so bad reading it becomes... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Cazzer_UK
5.0 out of 5 stars Love the Devilfish!
What a great book! Listen - I am a girl, I play poker, therefore love the 'gossip' behind the cards as much as the technical ability to perform at the table. Read more
Published 22 months ago by linzilou
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