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Title: Field of Thirteen by Dick Francis ISBN: 0-515-12609-8 Publisher: Jove Pubns Pub. Date: October, 1999 Format: Mass Market Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $6.99 |
Average Customer Rating: 3.87 (23 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: Classic Dick Francis--With a Twist
Comment: I highly recommend this book to both new Dick Francis readers and old. For the longtime reader of Francis' work, this is a refreshing reminder of another side of the author, too often played down in favor of plot excitement: subtlety and wit.
The classic Francis protagonist is the principled loner (sometimes jaded, sometimes not) who stumbles onto a mystery and into trouble, then follows through to the bitter (and successful) end, usually with numerous bruises, a couple of sprains, and probably at least one fairly serious broken bone or other bloody inconvenience. More often than not (at least in the first three decades of his books), the narrator finds love, as well. Throughout four decades of writing, Francis' stoic narrators have become a bit predictable (though still fun), which makes the unpredictability of this collection all the more enjoyable.
Relying more on irony and wit than in any other book, Francis has concocted a series of clever plots with interesting characters (really different from his usual heroes). These stories are very enjoyable and even a bit droll. They move quickly, surprise, and reward. By all means pick this one up.
At a time when Mr. Francis may be winding down his career, this collection is a real gold mine, and one last glimpse at a great mystery writer's talent.
Rating: 3
Summary: Dick Francis Rides again
Comment: Although I never know whether to read a Dick Francis novel first...or wait to read it for desert, I have never been disappointed. Most of his works take me an afternoon to enjoy..But this latest was not what I expected. This is a collection of short stories, while each well done, did not give me the same engrossing read he usually does. It appeared that his publishers just threw together 13 stories, without much rhyme or reason...leaving the reader to wonder what is going on. This does not put me off Mr. Francis at all, but will teach me to pay more attention in the future. I was disappointed that I waited a year for his next book, and all I got was this.
Rating: 5
Summary: Thieves, snobs, and greed
Comment: This volume of 13 shorter stories is a good introduction to the author if you have not read his novels. The stories are varied, but all set around racetracks. They are mostly English settings, with a couple in the U.S. Thieves range from a horse doper to a sleazy crooked attorney. There are many cases of misplaced trust, and a question is raised in one story - who would you trust, a man selling horses or an attorney?
On the side, you will learn a lot about English steeplechase racing. The characters range from horse owners, trainers, and jockeys, to writers, con men, and even a tramp. You must be careful who you are unkind to. There are varying forms of revenge. Some people are hoisted on their own petards, and some escape justice because of the mischance of others.
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Title: 10 Lb. Penalty by Dick Francis ISBN: 0515123471 Publisher: Jove Pubns Pub. Date: October, 1998 List Price(USD): $6.99 |
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Title: Whip Hand by Dick Francis ISBN: 0515125040 Publisher: Penguin USA (Paper) Pub. Date: May, 1999 List Price(USD): $6.99 |
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Title: For Kicks by Dick Francis ISBN: 0515123862 Publisher: Jove Pubns Pub. Date: November, 1998 List Price(USD): $6.99 |
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Title: Second Wind by Dick Francis ISBN: 0515129232 Publisher: Jove Pubns Pub. Date: 03 October, 2000 List Price(USD): $6.99 |
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Title: Bonecrack by Dick Francis ISBN: 0449221156 Publisher: Fawcett Books Pub. Date: 22 February, 1993 List Price(USD): $6.99 |
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