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Felix Francis author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd

Published:28th Jul '16

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Jefferson Hinkley, investigator for the British Horse Racing Authority, is approached by champion jockey Dave Swinton. When told about thrown races and blackmail, Jeff advises a reluctant Swinton to do the right thing.

Things are hotting up in this gripping thriller from bestselling author Felix Francis

'Grabs you from the start and keeps you hooked. A fast-paced book that you can't put down' 5***** READER REVIEW
'A great story, suspenseful with lots of twists and turns' 5***** READER REVIEW
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Jefferson Hinkley is back.

Operating as an undercover investigator for the British Horseracing Authority, Jeff is approached by the multiple-champion jockey, Dave Swinton, to discuss the delicate matter of his losing races on purpose.

Little does Jeff realise that his visit to Swinton's house will result in a brutal attempt on his life.

Shortly after Jeff narrowly escapes a certain and grisly death, the charred body Dave Swinton is found in his burnt-out car at a deserted beauty spot in Oxfordshire.

The police think it's suicide, but Jeff is not so sure. He starts to investigate those races that Swinton could have intentionally lost, but soon discovers instead that there are those who would prevent him from doing so, at any cost . . .
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Praise for Dick Francis and Felix Francis:

'From winning post to top of the bestseller list, time after time'
Sunday Times

'The Francis flair is clear for all to see'
Daily Mail

'The master of suspense and intrigue'
Country Life

The Francis flair is clear for all to see * Daily Mail *
From winning post to top of the bestseller list, time after time * Sunday Times *
The master of suspense and intrigue * Country Life *
A tremendous read * Woman's Own *

ISBN: 9781405915212

Dimensions: 198mm x 128mm x 26mm

Weight: 296g

432 pages