Even Money

In the fast-paced world of horse racing and high-stakes betting, Ned Talbot, a small-time bookmaker on the verge of throwing in the towel, is about to face his biggest gamble yet.

When a man claiming to be his father, long thought dead, appears out of the blue and is then murdered, Ned feels compelled to find out exactly what is going on. But the more he discovers, the longer the odds become for his survival.

And They’re Off..

Dick and Felix Francis have trotted out another winner. Saddle up and enjoy the ride!

Classic Dick Francis

Really enjoyed this story and the narration. I love how DF always writes a protagonist I love to love.

Even Money is a good bet

It's been quite a few years since I read Dick Francis. I'm happy I returned for this one by Dick and Felix Francis. The numerous subplots are mostly believable and keep the reader's interest. One also learns the ins and outs of bookmaking at English race tracks and in betting parlors.

My only quibble is with the narrator, who was very good but sounded much older than the 37 year old protagonist he was supposed to be and also sounded a bit more upper class than I would have imagined the typical English bookie.

All things considered, I am very glad that I purchased Even Money. If you like Dick Francis, I believe you will find Even Money a good bet.

unusual for the genre but excellent none the less

this one is from the Viewpoint of the book maker versus the jockey so that is a refreshing new take on Dick Francis novels

He's back

I grew up in reading Dick Francis and I relished every chapter. 'Even money' was no disappointment, Felix will bring a new generation along to the race course. The narrator (performer) Martin Jarvis is excellent. This is a wonderful story, beautifully told.