A gripping high-stakes thriller unfolds, crafted by the bestselling author known for the Dick Francis novels. The narrative promises intense suspense and captivating twists, making it a compelling read that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Expect a masterful blend of tension and intrigue, showcasing the author's signature storytelling style.
Theo Jennings is a young auctioneer at the Thoroughbred sales ring in Newmarket. The October yearling sales are where the big money exchanges hands in frenzied auctions: millions of Guineas paid for horses that are as yet unnamed, untested, and have never taken a step on the track. It's the greatest gamble in all of horseracing, and one that can end in ruin. Theo has just made the biggest sale of his life, when he overhears a secret conversation between the two bidders - can they really have colluded to fix the price of his big sale? When that same horse is found dead the next morning, he has no choice but to investigate, even against the wishes of his boss. But the more he uncovers, the less he can trust the people around him. The higher the stakes, the greater the risk. And in the bloodstock game, the ultimate price can be murder.
Suspense escalates as Theo Jennings, an ambitious auctioneer in Newmarket, England, uncovers a web of intrigue following the mysterious death of a valuable yearling colt. Initially poised for a groundbreaking sale, Theo's plans unravel when he becomes embroiled in a murder investigation after a body is found in the same stable. With the police suspecting him and a killer lurking nearby, Theo must navigate treacherous waters to prove his innocence and unveil the true culprit before it's too late.
THE HIGHER THE STAKES, THE DEADLIER THE RISK . . .THE BRAND NEW 2023 THRILLER FROM THE MASTER OF THE RACING THRILLER - NOW AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER IN HARDBACK, EBOOK & AUDIOBOOK. Theo Jennings is a young auctioneer at the Thoroughbred sales ring in Newmarket. The October yearling sales are where the big money exchanges hands in frenzied auctions: millions of Guineas paid for horses that are as yet unnamed, untested, and have never taken a step on the track. It's the greatest gamble in all of horseracing, and one that can end in ruin.Theo has just made the biggest sale of his life, when he overhears a secret conversation between the two bidders - can they really have colluded to fix the price of his big sale? When that same horse is found dead the next morning, he has no choice but to investigate, even against the wishes of his boss. But the more he uncovers, the less he can trust the people around him.The higher the stakes, the greater the risk. And in the bloodstock game, the ultimate price can be murder . . .PRAISE FOR FELIX FRANCIS:'Felix Francis' novels gallop along splendidly' - JILLY COOPER'From winning post to top of the bestseller lists' - SUNDAY TIMES'The master of suspense and intrigue' - COUNTRY LIFE'A story of skulduggery, conspiracy and dodgy dealings' - YORKSHIRE TIMES'A gripping tale' - DAILY EXPRESS'The pages fly by' - HORSE & HOUND
Academic Paper from the year 2021 in the subject Law - Philosophy, History and Sociology of Law, grade: 7.0, course: Philosophy, language: English, abstract: This work will take a brief look at the struggle for independence, but will focus more on the history of Nigerian political system from the advent of her independence through to the present political system being practiced, with an attempt to expose strengths and weaknesses of the system, and to have a general outlook on Confucian philosophy, with more focus on the political ideology. Finally, to attempt a juxtaposition between the already appraised Confucian political ideology, and the Nigerian political system so as to establish a relationship.
A thriller that races from the very first page, Hands Down is about one man's search for the truth and how far he will go to find it . . .
Miles Pussett is a former steeplechase jockey. Now he gets his adrenaline rush from riding down the Cresta Run, a three-quarter-mile Swiss ice chute, head first, reaching speeds of up to eighty miles per hour. Finding himself in St Moritz during the same weekend as White Turf, when high-class horseracing takes place on the frozen lake, he gets talked into helping out with the horses. It is against his better judgement. Seven years before, Miles left horseracing behind and swore he would never return. When he discovers something suspicious is going on in the races, something that may have a profound impact on his future life, Miles begins a search for answers. But someone is adamant to stop him - and they'll go to any lengths to do it . . .
The Francis brand of thrillers is about to be updated and expanded for a new generation!
RACING CAN BE A DEADLY BUSINESS! Harrison Foster, a lawyer turned crisis manager, is called to Newmarket after a fire at Chadwick Stables claims six valuable horses, including a Derby favorite. As he investigates, he discovers human remains among the equestrian casualties, raising questions about a mystery victim since all stable staff are accounted for. Despite his aversion to horses, Harry is pulled into the high-stakes world of Thoroughbred racing, where the care for horses surpasses that of their human caretakers. The Chadwick family, a dysfunctional racing dynasty, is rife with resentment and sibling rivalry, masked by a facade of respectability. Representing the Middle-Eastern owner of the Derby favorite, Harry's inquiry into the horse's death uncovers deeper issues, igniting tensions that threaten his safety. As he navigates this perilous landscape, can he unravel the mystery before becoming a casualty himself? Praise for Felix Francis's novels highlights his flair for suspense and intrigue, with accolades from various publications emphasizing his consistent ability to captivate readers.
WITH THE STAKES SO HIGH, RACING CAN BE A DEADLY BUSINESS Chris Rankin is a doctor, a specialist in Emergency Medicine at Cheltenham Hospital, but a doctor who also has health problems. A smartly dressed man has been found unconscious at the local racecourse and is rushed to the hospital, where he subsequently dies. But who is he? Where does he come from? He had no form of identification on him, and no one claims the body. Doctor Rankin is intrigued by the nameless dead man, obsessed even, and starts asking questions. However, someone doesn’t want the questions answered and will go to any lengths to prevent it, including attempting murder. But no one else believes that someone tried to kill Chris, leaving the doctor no option but to discover who the nameless man is and why he died, preferably before following him into an early grave. The Francis brand of thrillers are bigger and bolder for a new generation! Praise for Felix Francis's novels: '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
