Author:Dick Francis
Discover the classic mystery from Dick Francis, one of the greatest thriller writers of all time
'Dick Francis keeps you in suspense in every chapter, you are immersed in the story' 5***** Reader Review
'Really gripping with lots of twists and turns. A fast-paced thriller' 5***** Reader Review
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Ex-jockey Sid Halley works as a private detective, using his racing knowledge to solve crimes that baffle the police.
He's asked to investigate the possible doping of the horses of George Casper - a thoroughbred trainer whose once-successful mounts have been failing spectacularly on the racetrack.
At the same time, he learns that a conman has left his ex-wife Jenny facing a jail sentence over a fake charity, while the Jockey Club want him to investigate certain powerful syndicates who may be acting in a ruthless and illegal manner.
Quickly, Sid discovers that each of his investigations is entirely unwelcome. But he isn't put off easily - not even when a threat is made that could change his life.
Three dangerous cases, three ways to die - Sid is back on home turf . . .
Packed with intrigue and hair-raising suspense, Whip Hand is just one of the many blockbuster thrillers from legendary crime writer Dick Francis.
Praise for Dick Francis:
'The narrative is brisk and gripping and the background researched with care . . . the entire story is a pleasure to relish' Scotsman
'Dick Francis's fiction has a secret ingredient - his inimitable knack of grabbing the reader's attention on page one and holding it tight until the very end' Sunday Telegraph
'Still the master' Racing Post
'The master of suspense and intrigue' Country Life
Unbeatable
—— Daily MirrorDick Francis's fiction has a secret ingredient - his inimitable knack of grabbing the reader's attention on page one and holding it tight until the very end
—— Sunday TelegraphSuperb. Francis's best book. And that's high praise
—— Sunday MirrorIt had me racing to the end
—— Fiona Barton , Sunday Times bestselling author of The WidowThe writing is beautiful and the plot so cleverly constructed I never guessed any of the twists
—— Claire Douglas , Sunday Times bestselling author of Local Girl MissingThe rising star of British crime
—— Tony Parsons , Sunday Times Number One bestselling author of the DC Max Wolfe seriesTim Weaver writes books so meticulously researched that the reader is educated as well as entertained, enthralled and intrigued
—— Liz Nugent , Sunday Times bestselling author of Lying in WaitI couldn't put it down
—— SunFans of Mo Hayder will be in seventh hell
—— GuardianWeaver has become one of this country's most respected, bestselling crime writers, and he fully deserves to be . . . Catch him at once
—— Daily MailWeaver's books get better each time - tense, complex, written with flair as well as care
—— GuardianTerrific
—— Sunday TimesThe story-telling is little short of brilliant
—— Crime Fiction LoverPerfect plotting, great characterisation, and the kind of payoff that a thriller of this calibre deserves
—— Bookgeeks