Smokescreen

Smokescreen by Francis, Dick. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9780060113346.

Discover the classic mystery from Dick Francis, one of the greatest thriller writers of all timeThe characters are superb, the plotting as clever as it gets, the climax nightmarish, the retribution delicious 5***** Reader ReviewYou can always rely on Dick Francis for a page-turner, and this is no exception 5***** Reader Review______Edward Lincoln has scaled the Himalayas, survived deadly car chases, and defeated scores of assassins. As a movie action man hes even suffered stoically at the hands of sadistic directors.After finishing his latest film, hes asked to visit South Africa to discover why a dying friends horses are suddenly failing on the racetrack. Unfortunately, Lincolns attempt to help a friend soon puts him in harms way.From a nearly fatal interview to a dangerous accident in a gold mine, it seems only luck is keeping him alive.And in life, unlike the big screen, theres no coming back from dead . . .Packed with intrigue and hair-raising suspense, Smokescreen is just one of the many blockbuster thrillers from legendary crime writer Dick Francis.Praise for DickAs a jockey, Dick Francis was unbeatable when he got into his stride. The same is true of his crime writing Daily MirrorThe narrative is brisk and gripping and the background researched with care . . . the entire story is a pleasure to relish ScotsmanDick Franciss fiction has a secret ingredient - his inimitable knack of grabbing the readers attention on page one and holding it tight until the very end Sunday TelegraphA regular winner . . . as smooth, swift and lean as ever Sunday ExpressThe master of suspense and intrigue Country LifeFrancis writing at his best Evening StandardStill the master Racing Post