Based on a true story
An Historical Fiction Journey from Baseball Player to High-Stakes Gambler
Discover a captivating tale of a pro baseball player's ambition and risk-taking as he evolves into a high-stakes gambler at the opulent casinos of Belle Époque Monte Carlo.
"Historical fiction saga at its best."
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Reviews
"This is an enthralling story of ambition and drive that mirrors in its central character, sportsman and gambler Bill Darnborough, the changing America of his times."
— Alexandra Shulman, former editor-in-chief, British Vogue
"Darnborough brings his grandfather's extraordinary story to life."
— Frances Osborne, author of The Bolter
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Awards & Recognition
Winner, Pencraft Award for Literary Excellence, Spring 2024
Winner, Literary Titan Award, 2024
Honorable Mention, New York Book Festival 2024
Semi-Finalist, 13th Annual Kindle Book Awards
About the Book
A NOVEL BASED ON THE TRUE STORY OF THE MAN WHO BROKE THE BANK AT MONTE CARLO. In the twilight of the 19th century, as the Old West collides with the opulence of the Gilded Age, one man embarks on a journey that will redefine his life... Bill ultimately finds himself torn between his love of gambling and a woman who might make him give it all up. It is a story of self-discovery in a rapidly changing world. Bill and Frances' characters are featured in the movie Downton Abbey: A New Era (Carnival Films, 2022).
A Visual Journey
Videos
Santa Barbara Writers Conference Interview
Darnbrough Cemetery, 2023
The Gambler's Game Audiobook Video
Contact Us
The author, James Darnborough would be happy to come speak at your bookclub or event. Both in-person or on Zoom. Get in touch here.
Los Angeles, California, United States