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Odds Against

By: Dick Francis
Narrated by: Geoffrey Howard
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It’s amazing what bodily injury can do for a man. A fall from a racehorse left brilliant jockey Sid Halley dangerously depressed, with a wrecked hand and the need for a new career. It was a bullet wound that helped him find one.

Although he’d been with a detective agency since his racing accident, it isn’t until some two-bit hoodlum drills a slug into his side that he is sent out on a case of his own. That is where he meets Zanna Martin, a woman who just might make life worth living again. But it is an even-money bet that he will be killed before she has the chance.

©1965 Dick Francis (P)1998 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

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too much joy for years and years!

since ny first book i devoured every one loved characters and complex exciting plots!

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Great story

Enjoyed it. The suspense was nail biting and the characters were well developed. The narrator was excellent.

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I love Dick Francis💞 Mr. Francis writes so well.

Racing comes to life in his writing
and mayhem isn't far behind.
I had to listen twice! It was great

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Rereading is Rewarding

Been quite awhile since I have focused on my favorite books and Audible makes it enjoyable as my eyesight is wanning.
Thanks Audible

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Timeless

Dick Francis is one of my favorites! This book is no exception. It is simply marvelous!

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One of my favorites of his

I have listen to many Dick Francis, and this is one of my favorites. Enjoy.

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Timeless Thriller

Published in 1965, Odds Against provides a riveting and early exemplar of this genre. Francis carefully crafted plot with twists and well-seeded clues, coupled with lovely character development and apt descriptions and turns of phrases. I was introduced to this author’s work in a college Brit Lit course, and I’m so happy to revisit his work on Audible, lo these many years later. Highly recommend!

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Fun read

Gripping story. I expected it to show its age now over 50 years after it was published, but it was wonderful.

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loved it

What a great series! I have always love Dick Francis novels, especially sid haleys adventures!

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A classic that has aged gracefully

This 1965 novel is gripping and memorable. I recommend it wholeheartedly. You will be impressed by this early work by an accomplished author.

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