Aug 04, 2009 | 432 Pages
Aug 26, 2008 | 646 Minutes
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
