Silks

If you haven't read Dick Francis, don't miss this chance! This would be a great book to introduce his style and his enthusiasm and knowledge of English racing. I loved this story of lawyer/jockey Geoffrey Mason and his encounter with homegrown bully Julian Trent. There is plenty of suspense as we wonder when this young monster, Julian, will show up again. And why is he so insistent that Mason take and lose the murder case of fellow Jockey Steve Mitchell? Plenty of detective work going on, insight into the British system of law and the downright apathy that accompanies the police in everything but the most horrific of crimes. You'll see I'm a bit of a mystery fan, but horses draw me in every time. Four out of Five stars for this story!