Dick Francis 10 Books Collection Set - Horse Racing Crime Thriller - Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set
Nerve
Knock Down
Come To Grief
Whip Hand
Smokescreen
Risk
Bolt
10-Lb Penalty
Reflex
Bonecrack

Details
Condition: New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789123965311
Publisher: Penguin
Age Range: Adult

Overview
This ten-book paperback collection brings together the finest thrillers from Dick Francis, the former champion steeplechase jockey turned internationally bestselling crime novelist. Each title is a complete, stand-alone mystery steeped in the world of horse racing, combining sharp plotting, authentic sporting knowledge and unforgettable characters. Whether you are building a complete backlist or discovering Francis for the first time, this uniform paperback set offers hours of twist-filled, fast-paced reading from one of the genre's most respected and trusted names.

About the Books
Each novel stands entirely on its own, so readers can begin anywhere and enjoy a tightly plotted mystery. Nerve follows jockey Rob Finn as a malicious campaign threatens to destroy his career and his nerve. Bonecrack sees trainer's son Neil Griffon abducted and forced into a dangerous ultimatum. Knock Down follows bloodstock agent Jonah Dereham as he faces sabotage and violence. Come To Grief reunites readers with investigator Sid Halley as he probes a shocking series of horse mutilations. Whip Hand, also featuring Sid Halley, draws on insider racing knowledge to crack crimes that baffle the police. Smokescreen takes actor Edward Lincoln from the film set to a globe-trotting chase involving assassins and deception. Risk follows amateur jockey and accountant Roland Britten as he is targeted by ruthless fraudsters. Bolt entangles jockey Kit Fielding in political and corporate danger when a Princess's family is threatened. 10-Lb Penalty follows teenage jockey hopeful Benedict Juliard as a false accusation derails his dream. Reflex follows jockey and amateur photographer Philip Nore as he uncovers secrets hidden in a single photograph. Together, these ten novels showcase the authenticity and pace that made Francis a bestselling name for five decades.

• Ten complete, stand-alone Dick Francis thrillers in one uniform paperback set
• Authentic horse-racing detail from a former champion steeplechase jockey
• Fast-paced, twist-filled mysteries ideal for crime and thriller fans
• Great value way to build a complete backlist collection in one purchase
• Perfect gift for racing enthusiasts, dads and mystery readers alike
• Compact paperback format, easy to read, store and display

About the Author
Dick Francis (1920–2010) was a champion steeplechase jockey who rode for Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother before turning to writing after retiring from racing. Drawing on his racing career, he wrote more than forty internationally bestselling thrillers, celebrated for their authentic sporting detail and lean, suspenseful style. He won three Edgar Awards and the Crime Writers' Association's Cartier Diamond Dagger, was named a Mystery Writers of America Grand Master, and was awarded a CBE for his contribution to literature.

Why You'll Love This Collection
Perfect for racing enthusiasts and thriller fans alike, this ten-book paperback set delivers authentic sporting detail, page-turning suspense and unforgettable characters from one of crime fiction's most trusted and enduring names.

Please Note: This set is supplied with the UK ISBN and UK edition cover as shown.