Peston, who has built a distinguished career covering British politics and economics, has also found success as a novelist. Robert Peston (Image: NQ)His third book, The Kill Switch, is a political thriller centred on journalist Gil Peck. The novel begins with the sudden death of the UK Prime Minister during an interview on Peck's podcast. Read More:The event will see Peston discuss the inspiration behind the novel, his move from journalism into fiction writing, and the political themes that shape his work. The event takes place on Friday, September 18, at 5pm at The Albert Halls in Stirling.