Field of Thirteen

Download or read book Field of Thirteen written by Dick Francis and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 1998-09-24 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the classic collection of mysteries from Dick Francis, one of the greatest thriller writers of all time 'Masterful stories' 5***** Reader Review 'An exciting read from start to finish' 5***** Reader Review 'Dick Francis never disappoints' 5***** Reader Review ______ This is the brilliant collection of thirteen gripping short stories by the master of crime, Dick Francis - a must-read for any fan. Ranging from the National Hunt Festival at Cheltenham to Churchill Downs in America, each of these stories combine unforgettable characters, ingenious plotting and a sharp sting in the tail . . . Packed with intrigue and hair-raising suspense, Field of Thirteen is just one of the many blockbuster thrillers from legendary crime writer Dick Francis. Praise for Dick Francis: 'As a jockey, Dick Francis was unbeatable when he got into his stride. The same is true of his crime writing' Daily Mirror '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 'A regular winner . . . as smooth, swift and lean as ever' Sunday Express 'The master of suspense and intrigue' Country Life 'Francis writing at his best' Evening Standard 'Still the master' Racing Post