Eleven Furlongs by Tyler Mathis

Eleven Furlongs by Tyler Mathis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Eleven Furlongs by Tyler Mathis is a well-written mystery that takes place in the horse racing world. The setting is well described and the characters are fully drawn. If you know little about horse racing, this is an immersive book that combines the perfect atmosphere of that business with a mystery. A jockey by the name of Peter is offered a deal he almost can't refuse, throw a race for a substantial amount of money, or maybe not. Of course, he doesn't want to throw a race because that goes against everything he believes in. This is a great moral dilemma and provides a great backdrop for this fast-paced story. The story is melded together in such a way that it keeps you reading, there is plenty of mystique and an interesting setting and tone that keeps you engaged as you try to figure out the plot. A different kind of story that sets itself apart from the run of the mill mystery. Highly recommend.

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