Dick Francis Collection 10 Books Set - Come To Grief, Nerve and Bonecrack by Dick Francis - Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set:
Come To Grief
Knock Down
Nerve
Bonecrack
Whip Hand
Smokescreen
Risk
Bolt
10-Lb Penalty
Reflex

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback

Overview:
This ten-book collection from the acclaimed Dick Francis gathers ten standalone thrillers set in the adrenaline-charged world of horse racing. Each novel blends fast-paced mystery with authentic racing knowledge, delivering high-stakes plots, clever twists, and a uniquely British sensibility. Readers new to the author will find a perfect entry point, while longtime fans will relish the chance to own a complete set in a uniform, paperback format. The stories stand alone but share a signature voice: crisp prose, sharp wit, and every race as a gateway to danger, humanity, and justice. Fans of traditional crime fiction will appreciate the clean plotting, while racing enthusiasts will spot insider details that feel both earned and exhilarating.

What Makes This Collection Special:
A complete Dick Francis ten-pack offers a cohesive, immersive journey through a world where sport and suspense collide. The titles showcase the author’s knack for turning a familiar setting—the racecourse—into intricate puzzles of motive, risk, and consequence. The uniform paperback format creates a striking, ready-to-read set that’s as comfortable on a bedside table as it is on a bookshelf display. Whether you’re new to Francis or a devoted collector, the collection provides breadth, consistency, and a binge-reading arc that invites you to start at any title and finish with a satisfying finish-line payoff. This isn’t just reading—it’s an invitation to inhabit a richly imagined racing universe.

Books Included in This Collection:
Come To Grief
Come To Grief follows a spate of brutal horse mutilations that shock owners and the public. In a sport ruled by speed and reputation, investigators must untangle a web of motives, where loyalty, fear, and ambition collide and danger lurks behind every stable door. The tension rises as clues point toward a human game as dangerous as any race. A taut, high-stakes thriller that keeps readers guessing until the last turn.

Knock Down
Knock Down follows Jonah Dereham, a bloodstock agent and former jockey, whose quiet life becomes a trap when ruthless thugs target his business. With industry insight and stubborn resolve, he confronts threats that reach from the dusty yard to the boardroom, where every decision could cost more than money.

Nerve
Nerve centers on Rob Finn, a winning steeplechase jockey whose form suddenly falters. The fall from grace forces him to confront secrets from the track and from his own past, testing nerve, pride, and the limits of trust in a world where every rival could be hiding something.

Bonecrack
Bonecrack opens with a midnight break-in and the kidnapping of Neil Griffon. Coercion follows, forcing a desperate choice between safety and integrity. In a landscape where alliances shift with a single decision, survival hinges on nerve, timing, and trusted contacts.

Whip Hand
Whip Hand follows ex-jockey Sid Halley as he works as a private detective, using racing insight to crack crimes the police can’t solve. The plot tightens with each clue, blending brisk pacing, sharp characterization, and a relentless pursuit through the sport’s darker corners.

Smokescreen
Smokescreen follows Edward Lincoln through a life of extraordinary feats—scaling the Himalayas, surviving deadly car chases, and defeating assassins—that now collides with a fresh, high-stakes mystery demanding precise judgment and cool nerves in every decision he makes.

Risk
Risk tracks Roland Britten, an amateur jockey turned meticulous accountant who discovers he’s on the hate list of fraudsters. With disciplined intellect and racing instincts, he threads a perilous path through treachery, threats, and a web of financial deceit that could ruin him.

Bolt
Bolt follows Jockey Kit Fielding as his patron, Princess Casilia, faces trouble. A ruthless business partner aims to weaponize the firm to manufacture arms, and Kit’s loyalty—and his racing instincts—pull him into a dangerous clash of power and crime.

10-Lb Penalty
10-Lb Penalty follows Benedict Juliard, a seventeen-year-old jockey hopeful whose career is derailed when he’s falsely accused of drug use. The accusation triggers a tense chase for truth in a sport where reputations can crumble with one devastating misstep.

Reflex
Reflex centers on Philip Nore, a jockey and amateur photographer who knows the sting of a fall all too well. In this brisk, precise tale, a routine tumble becomes a catalyst for a suspenseful mystery seen through a racing insider’s eye.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
This collection is ideal for adult readers who love intelligent crime fiction with a racing backdrop. Fans of tight plotting, authentic atmosphere, and resourceful protagonists will feel instantly at home, while horse-racing enthusiasts will savour the authentic details and insider ambience. It’s a superb gateway for newcomers to Dick Francis and a satisfying, complete library for long-time fans seeking a portable, uniform edition to enjoy cover-to-cover or in short bursts. Perfect as a gift for birthdays, anniversaries, or a thoughtful coffee-table-style addition to any mystery lover’s shelf.

Key Benefits:

• Ten standalone thrillers in one collectible paperback set
• Uniform edition for a cohesive reading and gifting experience
• Authentic racing world woven into suspenseful mysteries
• Great value for fans who want a complete Dick Francis collection
• Ideal for gifting to crime-fiction lovers and racing enthusiasts
• Engaging, fast-paced narratives that stand alone or read in sequence

About the Author:
Dick Francis is a celebrated British author known for suspense novels set against the backdrop of horse racing. His tightly plotted mysteries blend insider knowledge of the sport with accessible, high-velocity storytelling that appeals to readers who enjoy clever twists, character-driven drama, and a distinctly British voice. This collection showcases his signature ability to turn a familiar, high-stakes world into compelling, page-turning fiction that resonates with both casual readers and dedicated mystery fans.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
Owning the complete Dick Francis collection in one handsome set is an invitation to immersion. Ten distinctive mysteries share a consistent tone and craftsmanship, while also offering varied premises, pacing, and emotional arcs. The compact, paperback format makes it easy to carry, gift, or display, turning reading into a repeatable ritual—start at any title and enjoy a complete journey through a uniquely atmospheric racing universe.

Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.