On his retirement from the saddle, he published his autobiography, The Sport of Queens, before going on to write forty-three bestselling novels, a volume of short stories (Field of 13), and the biography of Lester Piggott. The winner of over 350 races, he was champion jockey in 1953/1954 and rode for HM Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, most famously on Devon Loch in the 1956 Grand National. as smooth, swift and lean as ever' Sunday Express 'A super chiller and killer' New York Times Book Review Dick Francis was one of the most successful post-war National Hunt jockeys. the entire story is a pleasure to relish' Scotsman 'Francis writing at his best' Evening Standard 'A regular winner. The same is true of his crime writing' Daily Mirror 'Dick Francis's fiction has a secret ingredient - his inimitable knack of grabbing the reader's attention on page one and holding it tight until the very end' Sunday Telegraph'The narrative is brisk and gripping and the background researched with care. He can look after himself - can't he? Praise for Dick Francis: 'As a jockey, Dick Francis was unbeatable when he got into his stride. However, he decides to play his own game. Jonathan knows he won't be left alone unless he gives them what they want. When Jonathan's friend is then killed in a suspicious explosion and two thugs turn up at his house waving guns and demanding the tapes, Jonathan realises that he's been handed a whole lot more trouble. They're not your usual tapes: they hold a computer programme which functions as a bookie-breaking betting system. Physics teacher (and crack shot) Jonathan Derry is given some tapes to look after by a friend. As William, a savvy ex-jockey, comes to his aid, Twice Shy becomes an exciting dual narration that highlights each colorful character and moment of suspense.A classic mystery from Dick Francis, the champion of English storytellers. With unexpected twists, both in the races and on the tapes, Jonathan is soon dodging danger at every turn. Its not long before Jonathan is pulled into a deadly game of cat and mouse against foes who will do anything to get the lucrative programs. Exploring the lines of code, Jonathan discovers that they can help him predict and beat any racing odds. But when the young man tries to play them, he realizes that instead of "Oklahoma!", he's been given taped computer programs. Offering little explanation, a friend thrusts some cassette tapes into Jonathan Derry's hands. In "Twice Shy" Dick Francis whips up a fast-paced race through the risky world of horse betting. As a result, each of his equestrian novels gallops onto best-seller lists. Log in Create account × Summaryĭick Francis' witty blend of horseplay and mystery is an incredible combination. In order to save audiobooks to your Wish List you must be signed in to your account.
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