"It should definitely generate great interest among anyone who has a remote interest in Northern Ireland, and an interest in relationships which affect people from all walks of life." "It's about the contrast between a son, who was overtly gay, with no interest in terrorism, and a father who ran west Belfast with an iron fist, and was totally opposed to homosexuality. "But the publication is not just about the life of a notorious terrorist, it goes beyond that by exploring a father and son's troubled, but often loving relationship. "John has put a lot of work into this book, and everyone connected with it, can't wait for it to hit the shelves. The pal said: "There's no doubt this book is set to provide a detailed insight into the life of a former terror boss, from the people who knew him best - his family. Other issues which are set to come under the spotlight, include claims 'Tucker' was a special branch agent, his involvement in major crime and racketeering, and the time he was quizzed by the Stevens Inquiry over allegations of collusion.Ī close pal of the author, last night said his book would provide a "fascinating insight" into the life of one of the UDA's most notorious commanders.īut the friend insisted the "main reason" for the book, was to highlight how a father struggled to come to terms with his son's sexual orientation. The project, first started by the London-based journalist in 1998, will outline how a father and son were torn apart, following John's revelation he was a homosexual.Īlthough agents have slapped a ban on the author talking about the book's content before its release, it's understood the book will outline extensive details of how the former terrorist commander, made peace with his son shortly before his death.Īnd the former UDA chief's relationship with other family members is also to be documented in the expose. John Lyttle - the youngest son of one-time UDA brigadier Tommy 'Tucker' Lyttle - will reveal everything about the troubled relationship he shared with his dad, in an explosive new book.Īnd the publication - due to be released early next year - is set to reveal shocking new details about the Shankill hardman's role within the ranks of the UDA, in the 1970s, 1980s and early 90s.
THE gay son of a former loyalist warlord, is set to blow the lid off his dad's exploits in the murky world of terrorism.