Description

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“The master of suspense and intrigue” (Country Life) is back with the next powerful installation in the Dick Francis series, perfect for fans of Harlan Coben and Michael Connelly.

Theo Jennings, an auctioneer in Newmarket, England, has been climbing the ladder at the bloodstock sales company for the past three years. He’s planning on making his first ever multi-million sale with a yearling colt. When he finds the colt dead a few days after the auction, Theo is suspicious that there was foul play involved. 

As Theo begins to investigate the death, he finds that answers aren’t coming readily from those who he questions. When a person’s body is discovered in the same stable a few days later, all fingers point to him. As his world turns upside down with the accusations, Theo decides to further his investigation. 

The only way to clear Theo’s name is to find the real murderer, but it isn’t just the police who have their eye on him–the killer has a target on his back.

About the Author

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The New York Times, The London Sunday Times and International bestseller, acclaimed author, Felix Francis, was born in Oxford, England, son of the famous mystery author, Dick Francis and his wife, Mary Francis. Felix graduated from London University. His initial career led him into physics, where he was a successful teacher of A Level Physics. But he could not deny that his family’s gift of writing had been passed along to him, and he started his second career—as an author—where he found his knowledge of physics was a great advantage. His many other accomplishments include being an expert outdoorsman, marksman and pilot. Felix Francis resides in England with his wife, Debbie, their family and two Irish Setters and a Cavapoo.

Praise For…

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Praise for No Reserve:
“Another solid, fun novel in this franchise. Fans of horse racing, and good old-fashion thrillers, will enjoy this one.”
—Red Carpet Crash

“This is certainly a crime novel written in the tradition of Dick Francis.”
—Deadly Pleasures

Praise for Felix Francis:
“Irresistible.” 
—New York Times

“Wonderfully evocative...riveting throughout. Exciting at every turn.”
—Booklist, starred review on Pulse

“A thoroughbred thriller.” 
—Washington Post Book World

“Another trip to the winner’s circle for the talented Francis.”
—Booklist, starred review on Crisis

"Francis devises a subtle, clever scheme for the heart of the mystery, and he excels at making his broken lead credible and sympathetic.”
—Publishers Weekly, on Pulse

“Brilliant all around.”
—Booklist, starred review, on Iced

“Excellent . . . Francis nicely balances his lead’s personal challenges with his sleuthing.”
—Publishers Weekly, starred review, on Hands Down

“One of the most compelling figures in crime fiction.”
—Booklist, starred review, on Hands Down

“As fascinating as ever.”
—Kirkus Reviews, on Hands Down