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Title: Vintage Francis: A stand-up guy hero, wicked foes, horses.
Review: The hero of Dick Francis' new thriller is a bit younger than his usual -- he's just 17 when the novel opens. Otherwise, the author sticks with his winning formula: incorruptible and modest hero, wicked foes trying to smear his reputation, beautiful horses to ride. Like most Francis heroes, Benedict Juliard has had an unusual childhood with an absentee parent. His father George summons Ben shortly before his 18th birthday to help him campaign for a seat in Parliament. But George quickly makes enemies, who become ever more jealous and violent as his political star rises. Benedict, feeling like a true son to his father for the first time, is determined to protect him as he seeks the job of prime minister.The good guys may be a bit too flawless in this book, and if you don't understand the British political system, it could be tough going. Otherwise, dive in and hang on! I read it in five hours.
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