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Twice Shy

By: Dick Francis
Narrated by: Tony Britton
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When physics teacher Jonathan Derry is unwittingly given some computer tapes containing a bookie-breaking betting system, his sharp-shooting abilities come in extremely handy against the thug who comes looking for them.

Fourteen years later, Jonathan's brother William is about to fall victim to the same thug. But this time, William is determined to play a cautious and crafty game. After all, once bitten ...

©1981 Dick Francis (P)2014 Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd. Mystery Fiction Suspense

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two novels.in one with a thrilling storyline and a gifted novelist and narrator. just marvellous

wow.what a story

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A thoroughly enjoyable book with two related stories sharing a common theme but from very different perspectives. The "East Middlesex Comprehensive School" in Part One more meets the description of a public school or certainly that is the feel. This apart the stories seem to stand up to scrutiny. Tony Britton reads superbly and lends authenticity to the audiobook.

Two stories in one, cleverly knitted together

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only negative was Tony Brittons appalling accents at times! otherwise a great story to the end.

another fantastic Francis.

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As usual from both author and narrator an excellent story. This was a little marred by the sound variations. Only to be expected. I suppose owing to the age of the recording and the fact that it was probably recorded on tape which stretches and degrades. However with modern technology it should not be beyond Audible/Bolinda to improve this audiobook since they are charging for it.
Although I thought I knew the Dick Francis books this one was new to me but still very engrossing

Excellent story and narration spoiled a little by technical quality

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It is a shame that the producers can't be bothered to sort out the sound quality yet again.

A brilliant twisting together of two stories

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One of my favourites from Dick Francis. Narration recording a bit wonky, but don't let that put you off.

Great story

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Fast paced, gripping crime novel. Brilliantly read by Tony Briton. Excellent audio version. Highly recommended

Classic Francis

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Audio quality is poor AGAIN Speech slows and is slurred like being read by your very drunk uncle

Sound quality again

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Another cracking story from Dick Francis. This one split into two related tales centring on a computer betting system. The description of the computer program dates this one a little, but it's still absolutely first rate. Recommended.

Classic Francis

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It was a great story & brilliant narrator however the recording was somewhat faulty & the quality of recording jumped btw chapters. A bit annoying as Francis is one of my favourite authors so it’s spoilt the experience

Great book, love Dick Francis

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