New York Times bestselling author Dick Francis brings back one of mystery’s most intriguing heroes, ex-jockey Sid Halley, in a compelling tale of crime and justice. When Halley becomes convinced that one of his closest friends — and one of the racing world’s most beloved figures — is behind a series of shockingly violent acts, he faces the most troubling case of his career. No one wants to believe that Ellis Quint could be guilty — so the public and the press are turning their wrath against Halley instead. Now he’s facing opposition at every turn — and finding danger lies straight ahead….