- Paperback: 248 pages
- Publisher: Ladcrooks; First Edition. Wraps. edition (1 Nov 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0954911202
- ISBN-13: 978-0954911201
- Product Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.2 x 1.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,516,172 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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This book was not written solely for the horse racing fraternity. The actions I took were the result of Ladbrokes not honouring a bet I had placed. What would you do with £260,000? I don't know - I did not get the chance to spend it. Now was I going to let them get away with it without a fight? You can bet I didn't, but how far does one go? Sledge was a good mate of mine. He only stood about 3 foot high and weighed 14lb, but we had some smashing times together! Ladbrokes were a war unto themselves. I thought that two could play at that game. The trouble is that Ladbrokes hide behind an outdated act - the Gentleman's agreement act, 1845. When one takes the legal route for 5 years and gets no joy from the system, then they may take the law into their own hands. It was a shame that I could not be protected. When you haven't got a care in the world, your life can change dramatically. I thought that free from care was free from stress - wrong! I played Sherlock Holmes for 10 years. Did I get the answers that I needed? You will have to read my story to find out. "Ladbrokes, how do they say it in America? - Oh yeah! Have a nice day!"
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Dead Cert for a good read (and a true story, too),
By Scary "Scary" (UK) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Straight From The Horses Mouth (Kindle Edition)
The author of this book is no Crichton, King or even Dickens, for these are all arguably fiction writers of the finest calibre. This man is merely telling a true story about his terrible experiences with a well-known High Street bookie. So yes, his prose may not be eloquent, nor his grammar perfect. But what would you do if you won a huge bet and the bookie concerned refused to pay up?Well, here he relates his own experiences in his everyday "Geezer" style the consequences he suffered for his fight for a pay-out that never came. We can laugh with him at his attention-seeking-streaking antic at Glorious Goodwood and then sympathise for his time served in prison for his cause, but these are just two of the many ways this man tried to get justice for a fair bet that was never honoured. Read his book and judge for yourselves. And remember, the bookies were founded on a so-called "Gentleman's Agreement". I can see no such honourable agreement in these pages. Shame on them...
5.0 out of 5 stars
STRAIGHT FROM THE HORS`ES MOUTH, WOW!,
This review is from: Straight from the Horse's Mouth (Paperback)
I read this book on a recomendation, and glad I did.
Firstly and foremostly, there are too many bullies out there, and this book covers one mans plight and fight against them. You have to be a very brave and determined man to put up with what Keith Hughan put up with. The sheer audacity of (Lad*rooks) to bully and fob the punter off astounds me. This book is written with a rare form of wit and desperation that I have not experienced before. Its very clear to see that Keith is a loveable rogue but true to his heart, it has put me off betting for life. This is a sad, funny energetic book which you will find hard to put down. I read this book in two sittings, which is very rare for me. Even though this book is not supposed to be a comedy, I was grinning hours after completing it. Thanks Keith for making me feel sad and happy at the same time. Would highly recomend. P.S. Does anyone know if Keith Hughan has written any more books.
5.0 out of 5 stars
A bet gone wrong,
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This review is from: Straight From The Horses Mouth (Kindle Edition)
I do love a true story, non fiction draws me in deeper to the book I am reading. And this book sure did! I read it in a day as I could not put it down. One man against the big boys, Ladbrokes. Dont go thinking this book is about horse racing, some but mostly about one mans plight at getting back at the bookies. Revenge comes in many forms, this is where I laughed the most, and felt sad at the same time. A spell in prison came from his what he called, 'Custards Last Stand.' This book is so intriguing,how many men on this planet would have done what he did? Keith Hughan - I salute you. Thanks for sharing something that was personal. This is without a doubt,one of the best reads I have had for a long time! I still chuckle to myself over this book. Get it, you wont regret it!
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