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Book SynopsisDiscover the classic mystery from Dick Francis, one of the greatest thriller writers of all time
''An excellent, gripping story in true Francis style'' 5***** Reader Review
''As always, Dick Francis keeps you reading until you get past the finishing post!'' 5***** Reader Review
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Cheltenham Races, New Year''s Eve.
Gerard Logan witnesses the death of his close friend, jockey Martin Stukely, after a fall from his horse. In the aftermath, Gerard is left to pick up the pieces - including a mysterious unmarked videotape that Martin secretly left him.
But before Gerard gets to watch it, the videotape is stolen.
And soon further crimes against Gerard and those close to him start to occur. What was on the missing videotape? And why are the attacks continuing?
In order to stay alive, Gerard needs to keep one step ahead of his enemies and uncover the truth - before his livelihood and everything he loves is sha
Trade Review
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 *
Francis writing at his best * Evening Standard *
