
Dick Francis
7 SeriesDick Francis (1920-2010) was a British author renowned for his crime novels centered around horse racing. Prior to his writing career, he was a champion jockey in British National Hunt racing and served as the jockey to The Queen Mother for four years. After retiring from racing due to a severe fall, Francis authored over 40 international bestsellers.
Author: Dick Francis (co-authored or ghostwritten by Felix Francis for "Dead Heat" and subsequent novels) Max Moreton, a chef and restaurateur, teams up with his friend, a former steeplechase jockey, to unravel a mystery after a food poisoning incident at Max's restaurant. As they delve deeper, they uncover a sinister plot involving horse racing and a dangerous new drug. Their investigation leads them into a world of corruption and violence, testing their courage and resourcefulness. Together, they must stop the criminals before more lives are endangered, all while navigating personal and professional challenges.