Book Review of Dark Horse by Felix Francis

 Popular character, Sid Halley, makes a return in Dark Horse when he is brought in to investigate a stalking turned murder case. 

Synopsis

Dark Horse: A Dick Francis Novel

Rising Irish jump jockey Imogen Duffy is on the cusp of stardom, but her life is a nightmare. Her controlling and jealous ex-boyfriend, Liam, is stalking her, and when she tries to break free, his harassment turns violent. Fleeing to England, Imogen hopes to escape his shadow, but Liam refuses to let her go, also moving to England and continuing his harassment. 

Then, he is found murdered, a knife with Imogen's fingerprints left at the scene.

With the evidence stacked against her, Imogen's father enlists the help of former jockey turned private investigator Sid Halley. Reluctantly agreeing to the case, Halley's investigation soon becomes a life-or-death race against time. He discovers that he, too, is being watched and threatened, suggesting Liam's murder was part of a much larger and darker game. As the stakes get personal, Halley must uncover who is truly responsible for the murder and the new threats before the killer claims another victim.

Summary

Dark Horse is the latest in Felix Francis’ series of novels. It is an old-fashioned thriller with a horse-racing background. Written by Felix Francis in a manner similar to that of his famous father, Dick Francis, Felix brings back the beloved character Sid Halley. Fans of horse-racing, and of the Francis’ authors Dick and Felix, will enjoy this one. 

The ending is one that will surprise you!

*Book Review of Dark Horse is written by Wednesday Elf

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