Silks (A Dick Francis Novel) - Softcover

Praise for Silks

"Another sure-footed winner."--The New York Times

"[A] gripping thriller with a thoroughbred racing backdrop....The solid writing and engaging lead will carry readers along at a brisk pace."--Publishers Weekly

More Praise for Dick Francis

"[The] master of crime fiction and equine thrills."--Newsday

"It's either hard or impossible to read Mr. Francis without growing pleased with yourself: not only the thrill of vicarious competence imparted by the company of his heroes, but also the lore you collect as you go, feel like a field trip with the perfect guide."--The New York Times Book Review

"[Francis] has the uncanny ability to turn out simply plotted yet charmingly addictive mysteries."--The Wall Street Journal

"A rare and magical talent...who never writes the same story twice...Few writers have maintained such a high standard of excellence for as long as Dick Francis."--The San Diego Union-Tribune

"Few things are more convincing than Dick Francis at a full gallop."--Chicago Tribune

After his client, the arrogant Julian Trent, is convicted and sentenced, Geoffrey Mason, a defense barrister with a passion for horse racing, finds himself caught in the middle of a web of danger when he becomes involved in the case of jockey Steve Mitchell, accused of killing a fellow rider. A best-selling novel. Reprint.