Lifeline: A page-turning racing thriller about corruption on the racecourse
Mar 2010 · Hachette UK
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This is one race you can't afford to lose...
Lifeline is another dark racing thriller from 'the natural successor to Dick Francis' (Irish Times), John Francome. The perfect read for fans of Felix Francis' Pulse and Triple Crown.
'Chasing the winning post is not only the aim of the jockey, it becomes compelling for the reader as
Francome delves deeply into the murky side of racing' - Oxford Times
Unlike some jockeys, Tony Byrne has never taken a bung and never ridden a dishonest race. All the same, his career is heading for the rocks, dragged down by weight problems and woman trouble - and too many slow horses. In comparison, Freddy Montague has never been fussy about sticking to the rules, either on the racetrack or in bed with another man's wife. And if there's money on offer to fix races, Freddy's guaranteed to be first on the gravy train. Unfortunately for both men, the guarantees run out once Freddy's train comes off the rails. That's when the gravy turns to blood...
What readers are saying about Lifeline:
'The style is quick and absorbing, with many twists and turns both on and off the racecourse'
'Fast and furious intrigue and murder'
'I have never been a fan of horseracing but this book brought to life the thrill of the chase for me'
Lifeline is another dark racing thriller from 'the natural successor to Dick Francis' (Irish Times), John Francome. The perfect read for fans of Felix Francis' Pulse and Triple Crown.
'Chasing the winning post is not only the aim of the jockey, it becomes compelling for the reader as
Francome delves deeply into the murky side of racing' - Oxford Times
Unlike some jockeys, Tony Byrne has never taken a bung and never ridden a dishonest race. All the same, his career is heading for the rocks, dragged down by weight problems and woman trouble - and too many slow horses. In comparison, Freddy Montague has never been fussy about sticking to the rules, either on the racetrack or in bed with another man's wife. And if there's money on offer to fix races, Freddy's guaranteed to be first on the gravy train. Unfortunately for both men, the guarantees run out once Freddy's train comes off the rails. That's when the gravy turns to blood...
What readers are saying about Lifeline:
'The style is quick and absorbing, with many twists and turns both on and off the racecourse'
'Fast and furious intrigue and murder'
'I have never been a fan of horseracing but this book brought to life the thrill of the chase for me'
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March 14, 2020
2nd book I've read of John Francomes.previously read Dick Francis books. Loved both of these from JF. Knows all about racing. Good story with good characters. A few twist added. Already got another one downloaded. Read on.
About the author
Ex-National Hunt Champion Jockey John Francome is a broadcaster on racing for Channel 4. His electrifying racing thrillers have also won him legions of fans. He lives in Berkshire.
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