Tackle!

Jilly Cooper's iconic protagonist is back in full force! Rupert Campbell-Black, the renowned racehorse owner and dashing figure dubbed the most handsome man in England, finds himself in a challenging situation. His beloved wife, Taggie, faces the daunting prospect of chemotherapy. As if that weren't enough, his treasured leading stallion has been murdered. Now, his daughter Bianca is urging him to invest in a struggling local football club, Searston Rovers, with a view to recruiting her star striker boyfriend, Feral Jackson, so they can return from Perth to care for Taggie. Though Rupert has little affection for football and initially finds Searston unimpressive, he soon takes on the role of their fiercely ambitious Chairman, determined to lead the team to the heights of the Premier League. With support from the club’s charming secretary, Tember West, and the vibrant Press Officer, Dora Belvedon, Rupert grows increasingly attached to his spirited players, despite his harsh critiques following their defeats. Rupert’s dramatic entrance into Searston stirs widespread controversy, with battles raging both on and off the pitch—especially with the influx of glamorous WAGs who create chaos and vie for Rupert's attention. Complications escalate due to a rival local football team, its deceitful chairman, and their unsavory practices, paving the way for a storm of scandals, sabotage, and seductions…