Description
Longshot by Dick Francis follows John Kendall, a writer discovering that life outside the office is harsher than any survival guide he has penned, when notorious racehorse trainer Tremayne Vickers invites him to write an authorised biography, drawing him into the hidden rhythms of a racing estate and a family bound by tradition. Kendall learns to ride and observes a world of privilege and secrecy, unaware that danger is quietly threading through the stables and paddocks.
Readers who enjoy British crime novels set in professional worlds will find the tension grows as Kendall’s expertise and caution are tested against real threats. When a young stable girl is found dead, the stakes turn lethal, and the knowledge he has amassed becomes a matter of survival. The novel blends meticulous plotting with atmospheric detail, making it a perfect find among secondhand books for those who appreciate character-driven suspense intertwined with the high-stakes culture of horse racing.
