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The Francis flair is clear for all to see (Daily Mail )
The novel confirms Francis's seat at the head of crime fiction (Racing Post )
From winning post to top of the bestseller list, time after time (Sunday Times ) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
The novel confirms Francis's seat at the head of crime fiction (Racing Post )
From winning post to top of the bestseller list, time after time (Sunday Times ) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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The Francis flair is clear for all to see Daily Mail The novel confirms Francis's seat at the head of crime fiction Racing Post From winning post to top of the bestseller list, time after time Sunday Times
--This text refers to the
Paperback
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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I'll admit I had some reservations before buying this. Though Felix's collaborations with his father had all been very good books, there was still doubts in my mind about how much or that was Dick and how much Felix actully did (i.e. was he in a similar role to Mary or was he more involved in the writing?). Figuring he must of had a large role in order to get a co-writers credit, I gave the book a go and was not disappointed in the least.
Felix has shown that he has a similar writing style to his father, which helped make the books he wrote with his father a success, but he's not an exact copy of Dick, which is good because it allows him to stand on his own two feet, even if the book does have a very noticable 'A Dick Francis Novel' on the cover, obviously trying to draw people who were on the fence like me in. It worked but I hope it doesn't continue onto the next books he writes because it would be unfair for Felix to stand in his father's shadow. With this book he's proved he can write on his own and produce a damn good novel.
The plot is very interesting, it starts of in a very similar vein to Dick but quickly goes off in a diffent direction that you'd expect. The trademark Francis suspence is there to enjoy and the book is a bit racier then I was expecting but I'm not complaining. I did think I had the murderer pegged and was about to congratulate myself when the reveal was made, only to be proven wrong (and proved wrong in a good way i.e. the actual murderer makes just as much sense as the guy I pegged and wasn't a 'oh it's actually this guy who has absoulty no reason to do it." twist).
Can't recommend higher. If you're torn over this book, have no fear Felix is on a winner ( *wince* sorry, obligiatory pun is obligiatory)
Felix has shown that he has a similar writing style to his father, which helped make the books he wrote with his father a success, but he's not an exact copy of Dick, which is good because it allows him to stand on his own two feet, even if the book does have a very noticable 'A Dick Francis Novel' on the cover, obviously trying to draw people who were on the fence like me in. It worked but I hope it doesn't continue onto the next books he writes because it would be unfair for Felix to stand in his father's shadow. With this book he's proved he can write on his own and produce a damn good novel.
The plot is very interesting, it starts of in a very similar vein to Dick but quickly goes off in a diffent direction that you'd expect. The trademark Francis suspence is there to enjoy and the book is a bit racier then I was expecting but I'm not complaining. I did think I had the murderer pegged and was about to congratulate myself when the reveal was made, only to be proven wrong (and proved wrong in a good way i.e. the actual murderer makes just as much sense as the guy I pegged and wasn't a 'oh it's actually this guy who has absoulty no reason to do it." twist).
Can't recommend higher. If you're torn over this book, have no fear Felix is on a winner ( *wince* sorry, obligiatory pun is obligiatory)
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I was expecting great things from this book - that it would prove to be a worthy addition to my complete collection of Dick Francis's fiction. I was disappointed: it certainly isn't. To a great extent it reads like a first novel. The language is mawkish, sometimes stilted, occasionally approaching the childish. The result is a lack of tension and of suspense in the text, which was one of the trademarks of Felix's father's work. Worse, there are errors of continuity that affect the flow of the reader's understanding of the storyline. The whole thing could have done with vigorously competent editing. For all that, I did finish reading the book, and I haven't thrown it away. If Felix writes another, will I buy it? I probably will, hoping that it has got to be better. Or I won't buy any more.
21 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Not everything grows in the Amazon sometimes Tesco or Asda is worth a look. However let us consider the book whichis a whodunwhat rather than a whodunit. On the first page you might consider that you have read this story before but do not despair this goes off at a different tangent. In fact I made the mistake of picking up this book to read at 11 pm and I did not put it down till 5 am.- so you have been warned about its insidiouness. The plot rapidly gets technical since it shines a light upon independent financial advice and that is what I like about the Dick Francis genre is that they delve into the technical backroom of life as we know it. The technical explanations are lucid and while you will not become an expert; you will not remain an ignoramus. Yes the hero is an ex jockey and th story meanders on the edge of horse racing because that is where its milieu starts in order to bring the characters and plot together.As always the hero is in a YOYO (you are on your own) situation and the situation he finds himself is highly plausible simply because in this day and age the number of ways to commit crime have expanded exponentially especially in the field of fraudulent scams. But as ever crime leads to murder and that is where you start on page one.
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Great read
I've been addicted to Dick Francis books for years, so was very sad at his death. Immediately bought Felix Francis's new book Gamble and was not disappointed in the least. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Susan
Seamless
I was not sure what to expect from this book after Dick Francis had sadly passed away and this being Felix's first solo book. Read more
Published 2 months ago by A. Jones
OK Plot
It was in the style of Dick Francis and almost up to his high standard but a bit predictable. Hopefully the next book will be stronger.
Published 2 months ago by Peterr
Gamble
The usual Dick Francis magic... Great book, highly recommended to all. Great mystery throughout, didn't want to put this book down, interested in a follow up.
Published 2 months ago by Trebor
Splendid
Exactly as described, excellent condition, good price, very well packaged. My first port of call when looking for a book is Amazon - wouldn't consider looking elsehwere!
Published 3 months ago by jellypan
An excellent read but not quite done
For those of you who were as devastated as I was to say goodbye to the master of crime on the racecourse, the arrival of Gamble by his son, Felix, with little pomp or circumstance... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Charliebird
Stands on it's own 2 feet
Like others I was on the fence as to whether or not this could live up to the previous standard as in my house a "Dick Francis" novel at Christmas is a long standing tradition... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Ms K Scott
good read
Bought this for my mother for Christmas as she is a Dick Francis fan. She loved it and said it was up to his usual good standard
Published 4 months ago by Ms. S. Davies
Gamble by Felix Francis
I am so glad that Felix Francis has taken over the reins (!) from his father. This book has all the pace of the former Dick Francis novels and I look forward to reading his next... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Penelope Snow
What a let down
I've been a fan of Dick Francis for years. His plots are always intriguing, and the lead character is always compelling. Not so with this book. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Ellie
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