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Forfeit
507 pages
A tense, high-stakes English mystery where a journalist's pursuit of the truth turns into a dangerous race for survival.
What it feels like
Reading this book feels like stepping into the gritty, fast-paced world of investigative journalism, where a simple tip can unravel into a deadly conspiracy. The narrative moves at a brisk, determined clip, mirroring the relentless instincts of a reporter with a nose for trouble. There is a pervasive mood of escalating danger and shadowy threats, grounding the high-stakes world of horse racing fraud in very personal vulnerabilities. The prose is sharp and direct, pulling the reader through a tense emotional arc that shifts from sudden shock to a fierce, protective drive to expose the truth. It is a perfect fit for readers who crave classic English mysteries steeped in professional grit, hidden corruption, and the thrilling pursuit of an explosive scoop.
- Mood
- tense
- shadowy
- high-stakes
- dangerous
- Tone
- urgent
- gritty
- determined
- suspenseful
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- journalistic integrity · hidden corruption · protecting loved ones · uncovering the truth
- The writing
- Sharp, direct, and investigative, reflecting the relentless instincts of a seasoned reporter.
- The arc
- Moves from sudden shock and investigative curiosity to a fierce, protective drive against escalating threats.
- Who it's for
- Readers who love classic English mysteries where ordinary professionals are thrust into dangerous, high-stakes conspiracies.
Content notes
- death by falling
- fraud
- threats to family
- physical disability
About the book
Brett Checkov was a fleet street racing corresponsdent with an unnerving talent for tipping non-startersfor big races.But the advice he give James Tyrone,a few minutes before he fell to his death was of a completly different nature.....
Not one for the quiet life,Tyrone has a bloodhounds nose for trouble and pretty soon he'scaught up in an incresingly dangerous game. One that threatens him,his crippled wive and the credibility of the racing world
Blowing the roof off is the number one policy of the sunday blaze... and Tyrone has stumbled upon explosive material
Description from Open Library.
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