Front Runner [Paperback]

British investigator Jefferson Hinkley is back in this compelling Dick Francis thriller by theNew York Times–bestselling author ofCrisis.
 
In his role as an undercover investigator for the British Horseracing Authority, Jeff Hinkley is approached by a multi-time champion jockey to discuss the delicate matter of losing races on purpose. Little does he know that the call will set off a lethal chain of events, including the apparent suicide of the jockey and an attempt on Hinkley’s own life. Never one to leave suspicious events alone, Hinkley begins investigating the jockey and the races he may have thrown. But there are others out there who intend to prevent his inquiry from probing further...at any cost.Praise forFront Runner
 
“Francis once again proves himself worthy of wearing his father’s colors.  This latest effort has an absolutely propulsive plot that will remind Dick Francis fans of his classic nail-biters . . . This one’s a stunner.”—Booklist(starred review)

“Entertaining . . . Francis again offers an imaginative variant on the racetrack-related thriller plots of his father.”—Publishers Weekly

“Fast-paced and well-constructed . . . Francis once again pulls off extending the spirit of his father’s long string of successful horse racing mystery novels quite nicely.”—Reviewing the Evidence

Praise for the Dick Francis novels by Felix Francis
 
“Felix Francis’ latest mystery does the family tradition proud . . . a vivid and fascinating read.” —TheWashington Times

“Francis’s fourth solo outing ranks with the best of his late father’s thrillers set in the British horse racing world. The compelling main storyline deserves high marks for originality…”—Publisheló,