High Stakes

Dick Francis (1920–2010) is one of the most well-known English authors who wrote in the detective genre. During his lifetime he created more than 30 bestsellers that received international recognition. His novels are devoted mainly to the world of horse racing—Francis knew it firsthand, because he was born into a jockey’s family and himself became a famous jockey.

This world is full of excitement; real passions rage here around magnificent horses and big betting pools. There’s plenty for con artists to profit from here. All of this became the material for captivating novels that became bestsellers in many countries around the world.