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High Stakes

Written by: Dick Francis
Narrated by: Geoffrey Howard
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Steven Scott is relatively new to horses. A successful, wealthy inventor, he takes up horse racing as a hobby - a hobby that soon brings him winner after winner under the inspired guidance of his trainer, Jody Leeds. Currently both their reputations are wrapped up in a beautiful black hurdler named Energise. But just when Steven is winning at both women and horses, he discovers deceit in his own stables. Termination of the troublemaker marks Steven for his own termination - and much sooner than he can imagine...©1975 by Dick Frances (P)1995 by Blackstone Audiobooks Europe Great Britain Suspense Thriller & Suspense Fiction Mystery
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"[Francis] has the uncanny ability to turn out simply plotted yet charmingly addictive mysteries." (The Wall Street Journal)
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This book is wonderful, imaginative and an all over excellent short story. I highly recommend

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Have enjoyed his novels since I was first introduced to them. This is one of my favourites. The plot is well thought out, and the story flows well. The narrator is good. Great way to while away 6 hours.

One of Francis' finest.

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