Description
Straight by Dick Francis is a fast-paced crime thriller set in the world of horse racing and high-value diamond trading.
The story follows Derek Franklin, a jockey sidelined by injury after a serious fall at Cheltenham. When his brother dies unexpectedly, Derek inherits not only a jewellery business but also a web of dangerous secrets, including missing diamonds and associates with questionable loyalties. As he is drawn deeper into a world of deception, Franklin’s commitment to honesty places him in increasing danger.
Combining racing authenticity with suspense and crime investigation, Straight explores the cost of integrity in a world driven by greed and corruption.
