Break In

By: Dick Francis

Narrated by: Simon Prebble

Length: 9 hrs and 14 mins

Publisher's summary

Dick Francis was a jockey and horse trainer for many years. His experience gives his equestrian mysteries an authenticity that has attracted fans around the globe. To honor him, the Mystery Writers of America named Dick Francis a Grand Master for his impeccably crafted contributions to the genre.

Jockey Kit Fielding has been riding the de Brescou’s horses in a succession of triumphs on the race course. But this winning streak is about to end. Kit’s twin sister, Holly, has come to him in desperation. Threatened by financial scandal, she and her husband may lose their training stables. Kit soon finds, though, that a greater danger lurks behind the threat—one that could be fatal.

“Francis at the top of his form…”—USA Today

©1986 Dick Francis (P)1999 Recorded Books, LLC

1st of the Kit Fielding stories. Really great

If you are a Dick Frances fan like I am, you have probably already read all the books at least once. A different experience having one read to you! Kit's stories are some of my favorites of Dick Frances many excellent books.

One of his best

Classic Dick Francis likable characters with a twisty plot, family intrigue, and the obligatory romance and beating up of the main character.

Totally enthralled

Insight into a whole other world of horses, hatred and gallantry. My first Duck Francis read.

Good but a bit slow at the beginning.

Have read many of these books and I enjoyed it, but this one took awhile to get drawn in.

Good mystery, great narrator!

Years ago I listened to a number of Dick Francis books on cassette from the library. They are reliably good stories and I learned a lot about the horse racing business. After all this time I decided to try another one - it was good but I didn't get as involved in it as I remembered in past years. I think my tastes have changed.

With Francis's books there is usually a bit of romance, a bit of violence and a satisfactory ending. This one was no exception. The main character is likable and competent. If you have any interest in horse racing you will probably love this book.

How have I missed this author all these years??

This one was published in 1985 and is going to go down as one of my all time faves! It has mystery, family dynamics, a bit of romance, horse racing!, and character development, and all done with a main character who has honesty, integrity, and good manners! And notably is without a grisly murder or rape or child abduction. The only thing I've rolled my eyes at a bit is that he does kiss a couple of womens' cheeks he doesn't know well (just no!) and has issue with female jockeys, as they can't roll with it like men can, but beyond that, my goodness! I've enjoyed this one! And with that confidence, I purchased three more titles by the author. I'm now in love with the narrator, Simon Prebble, and he will rival Ralph Cosham as my favorite male narrator. His voices are some of the best I've heard. Not only that, but in looking at titles for this author and listening to the samples, I have found that Ralph Cosham also recorded under the name of Geoffrey Howard! Woohoo! New titles to line my Audible shelves for bedtime stories for years to come!

great story

loved it, but I love Dick Francis. everyone loves the accidental hero. this hero has great knowledge, and resolve. He didn't give up

A fresh Dick Frances novel.

I really enjoy the change up in this book. Except for the stupid authorities and his way too cool reaction, which always annoys me, I thought this book was fantastic. My favorite was the Grande Dame owner. A little bit happier than some of the other books which I very much appreciate!!

Good story; great narrator!

This is typical Dick Francis stuff. Clever plot, perhaps a bit drawn out but mostly edge of your seat stuff. But the best part of these audiobooks is Simon Prebble. I go out of my way to check out his work and this is among the best. All the good narrators do voice parts well - I can't imagine being able to do that! But Prebble is amazing and keeps it "listenable" too. Highly recommended.

Always enjoyable, Dick Francis

Good story and flourish of the English horse racing steeplechase. The overall story has all of the right components.