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Straight by Dick Francis

Straight

By Dick Francis

By Dick Francis

By Dick Francis

By Dick Francis

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Part of A Dick Francis Novel

Part of A Dick Francis Novel

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Feb 07, 2006 | 320 Pages *This format is not eligible to earn points towards the Reader Rewards program

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    About Straight

    In this mystery from New York Times bestselling author Dick Francis, a jockey becomes the sole inheritor of his late brother’s business, horse, mistress, and enemies.

    Steeplechase jockey Derek Franklin has had more broken bones than he cares to count, but it seems his latest injury could very well bring his days on the race course to a screeching halt. But that’s the least of his concerns when his brother turns up dead, leaving Derek as the sole inheritor of his estate.
     
    It doesn’t take long for Derek to learn that his brother—a magistrate who imported and sold semiprecious stones—was keeping more than his share of secrets. Now Derek must recover $1.5 million worth of missing diamonds—and find out who wanted his brother dead—or else his career won’t be the only thing in danger of being cut short…

    About Straight

    In this mystery from New York Times bestselling author Dick Francis, a jockey becomes the sole inheritor of his late brother’s business, horse, mistress, and enemies.

    Steeplechase jockey Derek Franklin has had more broken bones than he cares to count, but it seems his latest injury could very well bring his days on the race course to a screeching halt. But that’s the least of his concerns when his brother turns up dead, leaving Derek as the sole inheritor of his estate.
     
    It doesn’t take long for Derek to learn that his brother—a magistrate who imported and sold semiprecious stones—was keeping more than his share of secrets. Now Derek must recover $1.5 million worth of missing diamonds—and find out who wanted his brother dead—or else his career won’t be the only thing in danger of being cut short…

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    Also by Dick Francis

    Crossfire
    The Danger
    Even Money
    Hot Money
    Longshot
    See all books by Dick Francis

    About Dick Francis

    Dick Francis was born in South Wales in 1920. He was a young rider of distinction winning awards and trophies at horse shows throughout the United Kingdom. At the outbreak of World War II he joined the Royal Air Force… More about Dick Francis

    About Dick Francis

    Dick Francis was born in South Wales in 1920. He was a young rider of distinction winning awards and trophies at horse shows throughout the United Kingdom. At the outbreak of World War II he joined the Royal Air Force… More about Dick Francis

    Product Details

    Category: Suspense & Thriller

    Mass Market Paperback | $8.99
    Published by G.P. Putnam’s Sons
    Feb 07, 2006 | 320 Pages | 4-3/16 x 6-3/4 | ISBN 9780425208465

    Category: Suspense & Thriller

    Ebook | $8.99
    Published by G.P. Putnam’s Sons
    Feb 07, 2006 | 320 Pages | ISBN 9781101464731

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    Praise for Straight

    “Straight is Dick Francis writing at his very, very best.”—Larry King, USA Today
     
    “If you read the first paragraph of Straight, I’m willing to wager, whatever the odds, you will spring to the finish line.”—The Washington Post

    “Terrific…From the wonderful opening paragraph to the end, Francis propels you forward at a nearly breathless pace.”—Detroit Free Press
     
    “Absolutely one of his best.”—Associated Press

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