Dark Horse

By: Felix Francis

Narrated by: Martin Jarvis, Anna Burnett

Sid Halley is brought in to investigate a stalking turned murder case in this thrilling addition to the Dick Francis novels, perfect for fans of Harlan Coben.

Imogen Duffy is an up-and-coming Irish jump jockey making her mark in steeplechase racing. But not all is well in Imogen's life. Jealous of her success, Imogen’s controlling boyfriend Liam is stalking her and when she tries to break it off with him, he turns violent. Fleeing to England, Imogen hopes to leave Liam behind. But Liam vehemently refuses to let her go–until he’s found dead, stabbed with a knife bearing Imogen’s fingerprints.

Imogen’s father, convinced of her innocence, seeks out Sid Halley to ask for his help uncovering the truth and Sid reluctantly agrees to investigate. The case becomes all too personal soon after, when Sid realizes he is being stalked and threatened–is it the killer? With his life and reputation on the line, Sid races to solve the case before someone else ends up dead.

This pulse-pounding addition to the beloved series will enthrall listeners.

©2025 Felix Francis (P)2025 Recorded Books

My favorite Felix Francis book so far

This is definitely my favorite Felix Francis book so far! I was wondering if the reminders to weigh in were gonna go anywhere but they never did. I also don’t care for the male reader. The only thing that would have been nice near the end was to go back to Imogen’s point of view for a while. Over all I really enjoyed this one!

A very captivating, and intriguing plot.

I liked everything about it.I loved the incorporation of Sid Haley into the story,It is one of the best books of the Dick and Felix Francis series. Dick Francis would be proud.

Dark Horse, indeed!

Only thing I didn’t like was the readers voice for Sid Halley. Sounded somehow too old, too upper class. But enjoyed it immensely just the same. I was in the dark until the very last!

Ruined by narration in part 2

As far as story line goes this was probably my favorite Felix Francis title. I like the two distinct genres (mystery and legal fiction) in the same book format and how those two genres weave back together at the end.

I'm giving it an overall rating of just 3 because of the horrible narration in part 2. As another reviewer noted, slurring and talking through a mouth full of saliva do not result in a good experience for the listener. Anna Burnett's narration was just fine; she should have been given the opportunity to narrate both parts.

Exceptional

Loved the two narrators and the way the story moved seamlessly from one to the other.

Excellent addition to the Sid Halley canon.