Dick Francis
Dick Francis , (1920-2010) a former champion steeplechase jockey, was the author of many bestselling mysteries set in the world of horse racing. The only three-time recipient of the Mystery Writers of America's Edgar Award for best novel, his awards include the Gold Dagger, the Cartier Diamond Dagger, the MWA's Grand Master Award for lifetime achievement, an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from Tufts University of Boston, and in 2000 he received a Commander of the British Empire (CBE).
Dick Francis , (1920-2010) a former champion steeplechase jockey, was the author of many bestselling mysteries set in the world of horse racing. The only three-time recipient of the Mystery Writers of America's Edgar Award for best novel, his awards include the Gold Dagger, the Cartier Diamond Dagger, the MWA's Grand Master Award for lifetime achievement, an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from Tufts University of Boston, and in 2000 he received a Commander of the British Empire (CBE). See less
Dick Francis's Featured Books
Dick Francis book reviews
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Under Orders
4th Reading!
by Janet S, May 2, 2024
I am not a "literary critic", just a life long fan of this writer! When Francis first started writing I hung on every book he wrote, mentally encouraging him to hurry and write the next one. I always ... Read More
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Forfeit
One of Dick Francis' best early novels
by robroy, Mar 20, 2011
Blackmail. It's a nasty word, and a nasty business. James Tyrone is a well-regarded investigative racing columnist, working for a tabloid rag. Why? Because his wife of over a decade is almost ... Read More
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Straight
One of the Best
Every time I read one of Dick Francis mysteries, I say OH ,, this is the best one ! ! ! They are all good. However Straight is certainly one of the best ! !
One of those, that is hard to put ... Read More
