Under Orders

By: Dick Francis

Narrated by: Martin Jarvis

Sid knows the perils of racing all too well, but in his day jockeys didn't usually cross the finish line with three .38 rounds in the chest-which is how he found Huw Walker, the winner of a coveted race only a few hours earlier. Now Halley's quest for answers will push him to his very limits-both on and off the track.©2006 Dick Francis; (P)2006 Penguin Audio, a member of Penguin Group (USA) Inc., and Books on Tape

I enjoyed this one

I enjoyed this story very much and I think the performance was excellent. The accents were great (though I have always wondered why neither of the narrators who worked the Sid Halley novels didn't give him a Liverpool accent, since that's where he was born & raised. Shouldn't he have sounded more like John Lennon in the early days?) Back to the story and why I enjoyed it. Sid Halley is my favorite Dick Francis protagonist. I've read the other books as well, and the personality is consistent. The thing that is most different about this one, aside from the technological advances, is that it isn't as violent as the others. The story is more mind-games than go-beat-'em-up action. I know many won't appreciate that, but it's nice that there was only one martyred Sid episode in this one. No, it isn't edge of the seat, but it's a nice read anyway. Kept me going while I was doing other, mindless things.

Another good Sid Halley story.

if you like Dick Francis, you love Sid Halley. Here is another chance to enjoy the character.

Dick Francis is a reliable read - always good.

I've been hooked on Dick Francis books since I was in high school (a long time ago!). I originally read this one some years ago, after reading Come to Grief (same main character) and thought it would be worth a listen. It definitely was. Martin Jarvis is a good narrator - well-paced and engaging. If you're looking for something entertaining with an interesting story line, this will fit the bill.

Great read

Another great read by Dick Francis and the narrator! The Sid Halley series is excellent.

Always an enjoyable read - mystery and suspense too!

I have been a fan of Dick Francis’ books for many years. With each book I learn a little more about so many different topics. And STILL he manages to weave in some intrigue and mystery.