Proof (Dick Francis Novel) - Softcover

Francis, Dick

Softcover

ISBN 10: 042520393X ISBN 13: 9780425203934

Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons, 2005

Synopsis

Incomparable New York Times bestselling author Dick Francis offers a compelling tale of fine living, fast horses, and shattering suspense...

Wine merchant Tony Beach has expertly catered his latest society soiree, but the fun's over when a team of hit men crash the party...literally. The event leaves Tony with a bitter aftertaste of suspicion--and sets off a mystery that's an intoxicating blend of deception, intrigue, and murder.

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Review:

Praise for Proof

"Absolutely brilliant."--Larry King

"A vintage blend...Proof can be savored with pleasure."--Chicago Tribune

"Great fun."--People

"[A] stunning climax...It's a corker."--Publishers Weekly

"A mainline fix for Francis addicts...The novel is proof that the master has no lost his touch."--The Nashville Banner

More Praise for Dick Francis

"[The] master of crime fiction and equine thrills."--Newsday

"It's either hard or impossible to read Mr. Francis without growing pleased with yourself: not only the thrill of vicarious competence imparted by the company of his heroes, but also the lore you collect as you go, feel like a field trip with the perfect guide."--The New York Times Book Review

"[Francis] has the uncanny ability to turn out simply plotted yet charmingly addictive mysteries."--The Wall Street Journal

"A rare and magical talent...who never writes the same story twice...Few writers have maintained such a high standard of excellence for as long as Dick Francis."--TheSan Diego Union-Tribune

"Few things are more convincing than Dick Francis at a full gallop."--Chicago Tribune

Book Description:

A mystery that begins with sham scotch and counterfeit claret from the Grand Master of Crime Fiction.

About this edition

• Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 042520393X
• ISBN 13: 9780425203934
• Binding: Mass Market Paperback
• Number of pages: 368